CITY OF PORT ANGELES PARKS & FACILITIES GUIDE Map, Photos and Locations of public parks in Port Angeles
Welcome to Port Angeles The Parks and Recreation Divisions operate and maintain 36 facilities throughout the City of Port Angeles. 28 of these are city parks. In addition to the parks described herein, the divisions also manage the Senior Services and Community Center, the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, the Vern Burton Community Center, The Gateway and the Ocean View Cemetery. It is our goal to provide and maintain safe recreational facilities and programs for our community and visitors. The parks we maintain for your benefit and enjoyment include picnic areas, playgrounds, baseball fields, soccer fields, tennis courts, beach access, hiking trails and walking paths, and a picnic shelter, boat launch and restrooms. We welcome you to our parks and look forward to seeing you often as you enjoy the many recreational and relaxing opportunities our parks offer. Parks, Recreation and Beautification Commission Recreation Division 308 E. 4th St. Port Angeles, WA 98362 360-417-4550 recreation@cityofpa.us www.cityofpa.us
1. Harborview Park - Ediz Hook Harborview Park, located at the end of Ediz Hook, offers spectacular views of Port Angeles, the inner harbor, and the Olympic Mountains. Public restrooms Beach access 2. Sail & Paddle Park - Ediz Hook Sail & Paddle Park is located on Ediz Hook just east of the Nippon Paper Mill. Enjoy the great views of the harbor, Port Angeles, and the Olympic Mountains while eating a picnic lunch. View Parking Beach access Area with tables Wind shelters 3. Crown Park - 2000 Block West 4th St. Crown Park sits on the bluff overlooking the Nippon Paper Mill. It is a small, out of the way, park offering unobstructed views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the entire harbor to the east. Picnic table Open Space View parking
4. Ocean View Cemetery - 3127 West 18th St. The land for Ocean View Cemetery was given to the City of Port Angeles by the Federal Government, mainly through the efforts of Matilda C. Dudley-Cooper and Congressman John L. Wilson who succeeded in getting a bill passed giving the City 53 acres of land out of the Military Reservation on August 13, 1894.This historical cemetery provides a detailed look at the social, ethnic, cultural and economical style of the past. The Cemetery provides spectacular views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. 5. Volunteer Field - West 16th and L St. This 7 acre park is located adjacent to Fairchild International Airport northwest of Lincoln Park. Baseball and soccer are played here during different times of the year. Volunteer field is a scheduled for use facility only. Public restrooms Athletic field 6. Lincoln Park - 1521 West Lauridsen Blvd. Lincoln Park is located east of Fairchild International Airport. At 147 acres, it is one of the larger parks with many attributes, including two facilities available for private rentals. There are also two ponds in the north eastern corner of the park with fishing available year round for youth 14 years of age and younger. Public restrooms & trails Youth softball & baseball fields Rental facilities Frisbee golf course Horse shoe pits
7. Shane Park - 613 South G. St. Shane Park is located on the corner of 8th & G Street. This spacious piece of land is home to many outdoor sporting activities in Port Angeles including youth and adult soccer, softball and tennis. Public restroom Tennis courts Softball fields Walking paths Tot Lot Basketball court 8. Wolverton Park - West 11th off A. St. Wolverton Park is located in a residential neighborhood. The park is well secluded making it perfect for neighborhood kids to play and have fun. Tot Lot 9. Valley Creek Estuary - Cherry Street and Marine Drive The Friendship Bridge symbolizes the relationship between the cities of Port Angeles and Mutsu, Japan. This beautiful park was built through a combined effort between the City of Port Angeles and local organizations and has views of the Port Angeles Harbor, the Olympic Mountains, Strait of Juan de Fuca and Canada. Picnic Area Access to Waterfront Trail Lookout Tower Water View Beach access
10. Charles R. Willson Park - 511 West 7th St. Charles R. Willson Park is located between the 8th Street bridges. This is a great neighborhood park that is quiet and out of the way. Basketball court Swing set 11. Elks Playfield - 14th and Cedar St. Elks playfield is a large park accommodating several city sports, including soccer and baseball. It s a great destination for families to play. Pickleball courts Public restrooms Softball field 12. Hazel Porter Kiel Park - 100 West 13th St. This enclosed neighborhood park offers space for families to play and picnic. Tennis courts 13. 5th & Oak Park This park is one of our smaller, enclosed residential neighborhood parks. It is perfect for youngsters to explore the outdoors.
14. James View Point - West 2nd and Oak St. James Park is located at the top of the Zig-Zag that begins on the south side of Laurel Street. The small park offers a great view of the harbor, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and Canada. Water view 15. City Pier/Hollywood Beach - 315 North Lincoln Street The City Pier and Art Feiro Marine Life Center are located at the north end of Lincoln Street on the waterfront. The pier and Hollywood Beach offer beautiful views of the harbor and Port Angeles. The pier has become a focal point for several special events and festivals held throughout the year, and is used as a major access point for the Waterfront Trail. Beach access Public restrooms Access to Waterfront Trail Viewing tower 16. Haynes Viewpoint - Front and Peabody Haynes Viewpoint is located at the foot of North Peabody Street. It offers an all encompassing view of the harbor, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and Canada. A great place to sit and watch the world go by. View parking
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Oak Peabody Lincoln Peabody Chase 1 A St. 5th Cedar water Truck Route Pine 11 Cherry Tumwater 10 15th Motor Dolan Hancock Fogarty Forest 13th Columbus LAUREL STREET Cherry Cherry 1. Harborview Park 2. Sail & Paddle Park 3. Crown Park 4. Ocean View Cemetery 5. Volunteer Field 6. Lincoln Park 7. Shane Park 8. Wolverton Park 9. Valley Creek Estuary 10. Charles Willson Park 9 Oak 14th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th 11th 12th 12 Marine Drive Valley Orcas Lopez Laurel Laurel Whidbey Vashon 4th Park Ave Railroad Ave. 3rd 13 14 Chase LINCOLN STREET GATEWAY TRANSIT CENTER 2nd COURT HOUSE CITY HALL 19 Albert Albert PEABODY STREET Vine Vine Francis Eunice LAURIDSEN BOULEVARD 20 17 Whidbey Lopez FIRST STREET 18 Lopez Eunice 15 16 FRONT STREET 21 Francis RACE RACE STREET STREET 10th LEGEND 11. Elks Playfield 12. Hazel Porter Kiel Park 13. 5th & Oak Park 14. James View Point 15. City Pier/Art Feiro Marine Lab 16. Haynes Viewpoint 17. Veteran s Park 18. Vern Burton Community Center 19. Senior Community Center 25 Georgiana 23 24 Washington Washington 8th 9th 5th 6th 7th Chambers Chambers Park Avenue 22 27 Caroline 2nd 3th 4th Olympic Medical Center 26 FRONT STREET FIRST STREET 7th 8th Liberty 6th Ennis Ferries to Victoria Columbia Jones Liberty ENNIS ENNIS STREET STREET 20. Lions Park 21. Jessie Webster Park 22. Francis St. Park 23. Erickson Park 24. Civic Field 25. Rains Park 26. Georgiana Park 27. Fine Arts Center & Art Outside Park 28. Waterfront Trail Alder Water 3rd 4th 5th 6th Penn Ennis Creek Road THE PLAZA Del Guzzi n Viewcrest Ahlvers Park Ln Maple Hillcrest Vista View To Hurricane Ridge McDougal Grant Olympus Craig Campbell Mt. Angeles PENINSULA COLLEGE Melody Lane Woodhaven Golf Course 28 101 Lindberg Maddock 417-4550Cover Design and Port Angeles City Map created by Chris Hoy Graphic Communications. Your creative marketing outfitter on the Olympic Peninsula, WA 452-4422 - www.chrishoygc.com 9
17. Veterans Memorial Park - 217 South Lincoln St. Veterans Memorial Park, just north of the Clallam County Courthouse, contains memorials dedicated to all Veterans who have served our country in the time of war and peace. The park, originally named Central Park, was renamed to Veterans Park in 1986 in honor of those who served in all branches of the armed forces and in all conflicts since the Civil War. Veterans Memorial Reflection fountain 18. Vern Burton Community Center - 308 East 4th St. The Vern Burton Community Center, located at the City Hall, is home to one of the largest multi-purpose complexes on the Olympic Peninsula. This 8,000 square foot exhibition hall is designed to house a variety of events, having a capacity of 500-800 occupants. The adjoining meeting rooms and catering facility make the Vern Burton an ideal setting for meetings, conventions and special events. The Vern Burton is also home to the Recreation Administration office.
19. Port Angeles Senior Services and Community Center - 328 East 7th St. The Port Angeles Senior Services and Community Center provides services, educational opportunities and activities for the senior citizens of the community helping them live more enriched lives. The Senior Center is also the site to many special events throughout the year and is a great facility for meetings, wedding receptions and small events. 20. Lions Park - 600 Block of Whidby Lions Park is located on Whidby Avenue just off Lauridsen Blvd. The park is also accessible from Lauridsen Blvd. by a fenced path. This is a great neighborhood park with a lot of open space. Covered picnic area 21. Jesse Webster Park - 3rd and Eunice St. Jessie Webster Park is located behind Swain s General Store. The wooded park is the meeting place for the local Campfire USA organization which provides rental space for meetings and community gatherings. It is a pleasant shady park to visit on a warm summer day. Walking trail Doggy pot stations
22. Francis Street Park - North Francis St. A major access point for the Waterfront Trail users makes this a popular park. A monument dedicated September 11, 2002 to all the men and women who dedicate their lives to public safety greets each visitor. Sweeping views of the harbor makes this a showcase park for our community. Viewing pavilion Flag pavilion Picnic area Walking path to the Waterfront Trail 23. Erickson Park - 300 block of South Race St. Erickson Park is located on Race St. across from Civic Field. The 4.2 acre wooded park is a popular destination for the youth containing a fantastic community built playground, tennis courts and skateboard park. Dream playground Covered picnic area Public restrooms Tennis courts Skate park 24. Civic Field - 4th and Race St. Civic Field is located across from Erickson Park. It is home to the Port Angeles High School s home games for soccer, baseball and football. Its large stadium seating holds approximately 2500 spectators and it is a scheduled use facility for events such as baseball tournaments and Easter services. Public restrooms Rental facility Baseball field Stadium seating
25. Rains Park - 900 Block of East 8th St. Rains Park is located on 8th Street just east of Race Street. It is a small open area neighborhood park. Picnic table 26. Georgiana Park - Chambers at Georgiana St. Georgiana Park is an enclosed park situated in the medical district of town. This park has plenty of open area for kids to let loose and run off some energy. 27. Port Angeles Fine Arts Center and Webster s Woods Art Park - 1203 East Lauridsen Blvd. The Port Angeles Fine Arts Center(PAFAC) is located in the shadow of Olympic National Park. The 8.5 acre estate provides a singular natural setting, a majestic and tranquil ambiance for the enjoyment of cultural experiences. The PAFAC is located in Esther and Charles Webster former home. Lectures, concerts, readings, and other special programs complement the changing exhibitions of visual art. Sweeping vistas of the City, the harbor, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and the horizons of Canada frame the artistic visions in the gallery. Gallery hours (Mar.-Oct.) 11am-5pm, Wednesday-Sunday. (Nov.-Feb) 10am- 4pm, Wednesday-Sunday. Art Outside is open year round during daylight hours. Admission is free.
28. Waterfront Trail The Waterfront Trail follows the waterfront of Port Angeles. It extends from the Coast Guard Station entrance gate on Ediz Hook and wraps around the waterfront, connecting with the Olympic Discovery Trail. The Olympic Discovery Trail extends to Sequim with plans to lengthen the trail even further to the east and west. Walking trails Beach access Length: 9.5 miles Doggy pot stations Look for a mile-post marker for exact distances Approximate Mileage from: City Pier east to Francis Street City Pier east to Rayonier Parking Lot Rayonier Parking Lot east to Morse Creek City Pier east to Morse Creek Bridge City Pier west to Hill Street City Pier west to Sail & Paddle Park City Pier west to USCG Gate 370 Ft 1.0 Mi 3.5 Mi 4.7 Mi 1.8 Mi 2.8 Mi 4.5 Mi Art Feiro Marine Life Center at the City Pier A teaching lab, the Marine Life Center is located on the Port Angeles City Pier, featuring live exhibits of local marine life. Children especially love the large touch tanks featuring sea cucumbers and other creatures. The Marine Life Center is open Memorial Day through Labor Day 10am to 5pm, Monday through Sunday. During the off season it is open 12pm to 4pm, Saturday and Sunday. Call 417-6254 for more information.
Parks Fact The National Recreation and Parks Association identified 10 acres per 1000 population as the commonly accepted standard for parks in the majority of communities. Port Angeles is blessed with a sizeable amount of park acreage for a city of its size. Port Angeles currently has 17.3 acres of parks, open space and public grounds per 1000 population. There are several secluded small pocket parks throughout the city, in addition to the above parks. The citizens of Port Angeles also have access to a number of recreation facilities: Baseball fields 6 Softball fields 6 s 14 Football fields 1 Bike/Pedestrian Trail 9.5 miles Pickleball courts 6 Skateboard park 1 Tennis courts 7 We encourage you to use the City s Parks and Recreation facilities. To become a park sponsor please contact: Richard Bonine, Recreation Services Manager at 417-4551 or rbonine@cityofpa.us