PGFHP Celebration | May 28

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PGFHP North Entrance Grand Opening Celebration

Thursday - May 28, 3-6pm, 2026


Kitsap County Parks is hosting a celebration for the new North Gateway Trailhead at Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park. The event will feature remarks, guided walks, and family activities at 3800 NE Carver Drive. Directions: turn left/south off 104, west of Port Gamble town, follow drive to parking lot at the top of the hill.

 

The afternoon schedule of activities includes:

3:00 PM: Welcome and opening remarks.

3:30 PM: Birding adventure with the Kitsap Audubon Society.

4:00 PM: Guided forest walk focusing on restoration. <<<

4:30 PM: Mountain bike ride park demonstration


Attending the Grand Opening Celebration is a great opportunity to hear about the many ways that you can experience Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park and meet others who care about this park.


We would love to hear from you, your thoughts about the park, what you enjoy most, and what you are interested in exploring next in the many different areas and trails.

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