We crossed back over to Port Townsend again yesterday. We hung around town for a while, had something to eat, looked around the shops, and then noticed an RV park right on the water next to the marina. Since we were right there we popped in and found that yet again there was exactly one space available. The expensive one right on the water. So worth it though. What a great location. The beach was right out the door, the view was beautiful, and the sound and smell of the water was perfect.
This is what the water looks like on a weekday. Quite a difference from the last time we were here.
We were in no hurry to leave this morning, but leave we must—the place was booked solid. We stopped at Safeway for groceries on the way to Fort Worden. I only mention that because every time, today included, that we have stopped there we’ve had a Bum friend come up and say hi to us in the parking lot. I’m tempted to try again tomorrow just to see if it could possibly happen again.
Anyway, we drove up the road to Fort Worden where we found the campground full—big surprise. We hung around anyway. The kids built a fort of their own on the beach, after dismantling somebody else’s, and then we went off and explored the batteries. The whole place is a playground for adventurous kids. Lowe found locking me into small dark rooms to be hilarious, while Ouest wanted to drag me down pitch black hallways deep in the bowels of the buildings. I could have used a flashlight.
Our fallback camping spot for the night was the Fairgrounds. Wouldn’t you know it, the Fair starts this weekend. Fortunately, the camp host remembered us and let us dry camp at the back of the park.
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Couple of things. First, the picture of the three sailboats in the fog may be my favorite picture you’ve ever taken – and that’s saying a lot, as I love your photographs. Second, what the heck is that photo of the submarine and all the racing boats? It was very intriguing!
Looks like a Trident Ballistic Missile submarine escorted by two submarine tenders heading for Bangor Naval Base. The racing boats are Coast Guard boats providing security as you can see the diagonal slash of orange on one of the boats. Could be the Alabama as in the movie ‘Crisom Tide’. Can’t see the number. Don’t think it’s L.A. class fast attack sub.
Nice old-school feel to those photos. Congrats.
What great photos! Port Townsend is one of my favorite places.
Fort Flagler is nearby (Marrowstone Island) and may have some spots available, esp in the non power section. There’s a great beach and also a ton of batteries to go thru.
Great Photos….been there….
I’ve been following you for ten years now. As you are wanderers and not tourists and have probably received a ton of suggestions, I offer some suggestions. There are areas that are of great interest and spectacular beauty around your area. Weather forecast is warming trend into the 90’s by Monday.
Olympic National Park, one of the most scenic parks in the nation with views of MT.Olympus and panoramic view of glacier mountains, the ocean, Victoria and Vancouver, Mt. Baker and the Canadian and San Juan Islands. Steep climb to Hurricane Ridge so may not be practical in your rig.
Too bad you didn’t jumb on the Anacortes Ferry for a travel through the San Juan Islands to Orcas camping out at Moran State Park with a hike up Mount Constitution.
Heading east you could go to Port Angeles and hop on another ferry to explore Victoria BC. It feels as though you are in the UK.
A few miles west of Port Angeles to Sol Duc hot springs. Traveling on 101 west you hit Lake Cresent and Lake Cresent Lodge. Lots of recreation and then onto La Push, one of the most scenics area and good surfing spot. You could then travel down 101 to Lake Quinault Lodge and onto Ocean Shores/Westport area
Travel East over the majestic North Cascades highway to Wintrop. Another steep climb and there are several fires burning in the area.
You mentioned Seattle and not driving interstates. Take the back roads Hwy 9. Seattle is not too bad traffic wise on the weekends. Cut over to I-90 East and drop down to the Gorge. Sample the vineyards in Eastern Washington. Yakima, Walla Walla, Central Oregon Hop over to Hood River visit OutdoorPlay. Tree is up in that area.
http://sprinterlife.com/2010/07/walla-where.html
Or cut over to I-84 through Pendelton to Baker City and see parts of the Oregon Trail. Travel to Sumpter old gold mining town with many historic buildings. Fell in love with Baker City in the heart of the ‘Blues’
I’m sure you know these areas well.
Enjoy.
What a great parking spot.
I love the picture of the fog rolling in.
Mark and Cindy
There’s Lowe sporting that MJ tongue again.
If you have any interest in drinking some strong coffee and enjoy an alternative downtown, Olympia isn’t far. I can offer a South Sound cruise on our 42′ boat as well. Glad to see you enjoying being on the road! Erik & Marissa. Our girls are 5 and 10 months now.
If y’all are still in the Pt Townsend/Jefferson county area on Monday, I think my wife and I will be around there on our 20′ sailboat for a week starting on Monday. You’d be welcome to come along for a day sail in the hunt for ice cream and an IPA. Actually in Edmonds, our home town just across from Kingston, downtown there is a brew pub and gelato place right next door with adjoining outside patios. Hmm, maybe we’ll just stay home. 🙂
Enjoy the PNW. We love it in the Summer, not so much in the winter.