Sakai Park: A Blend of History and Nature
Explore nature and history at Sakai Park on Bainbridge Island, featuring trails, a pond, and the enchanting 'Pia the Peacekeeper' troll.
Sakai Park on Bainbridge Island offers a serene escape with walking trails, a pond, and the 'Pia the Peacekeeper' troll sculpture [3, 5]. The park's history is intertwined with the Sakai family, who farmed the land before their internment during World War II [3, 4].
A brief summary to Sakai Park
- Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island, Washington, 98110, US
- Visit website
- Monday 6 am-10:30 pm
- Tuesday 6 am-10:30 pm
- Wednesday 6 am-10:30 pm
- Thursday 6 am-10:30 pm
- Friday 6 am-10:30 pm
- Saturday 6 am-10:30 pm
- Sunday 6 am-10:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning for a peaceful experience and stunning sunrise views [5].
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking the trails and exploring the park [5].
- Pack a picnic to enjoy in one of the designated areas amidst the beautiful scenery [5].
- Don't forget your camera; the park's views and the troll sculpture are perfect for photographs [5].
- Check the local calendar for any community events or activities happening at the park [5].
Getting There
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Walking
From the Bainbridge Island Ferry Terminal, Sakai Park is approximately a 1-mile walk [2, 3]. Follow the Sound to Olympics Trail (STO) alongside Highway 305 [3]. Turn left and cross the street at the junction with High School Road NE [2, 3]. At the next intersection, turn right onto Madison Ave N [2, 3]. The park entrance will be on your right [3]. This route is mostly paved and suitable for pedestrians [3].
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Public Transport
From the Bainbridge Island Ferry Terminal, take Kitsap Transit bus route 95 towards Agate Point [2, 3]. Get off at the stop near Safeway, which is about a quarter-mile from Sakai Park [2, 3]. From there, walk north on Madison Ave N to reach the park entrance [3]. A single ride on Kitsap Transit costs $2 [17].
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Ferry
From downtown Seattle, take the Washington State Ferry to Bainbridge Island [5, 16]. The ferry ride is about 35 minutes [5, 8, 15]. From the Bainbridge Island Ferry Terminal, you can walk or take public transportation to Sakai Park [2, 3]. Adult passenger ferry fares are $10.25 [9].
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