The ruins of these old buildings are perfect for exploring and reflecting on times past. Fort Worden has two camping areas, one on the beach and one in the trees. We are camped in the beach area. This is a sand dune area with saw grass and other beach plants. There are level grassy sites with full hookups, cement pads and fire rings.
Beach walks are wonderful here.
Currently, this is the only state park which will take reservations by specific site. The Fort is located just outside of the small town of Port Townsend, and today was the last day of both a crafts fair and the wooden boat festival. The wooden boat festival attracted hundreds of spectators and dozens of all-wood craft. You could buy boat building plans, or get a kit to help you get started building. The usual food concessions and a dance band completed the scene.