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Jefferson County, WA · Puget Sound
Fort Worden State Park
202 Eisenhower Ave, Port Townsend, WA 98368
A decommissioned coastal artillery fort turned state park at the mouth of Puget Sound, with two miles of beach below Point Wilson Lighthouse. Concrete gun batteries honeycomb the bluff, Officers Row still stands, and the Port Townsend Marine Science Center sits on the pier. Strong currents where Admiralty Inlet meets the Strait — wade, don't swim out.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
NWS alert active · 28 mph wind · 54°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Cloudy, with a high near 59. Southeast wind 13 to 28 mph, with gusts as high as 44 mph. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. South southeast wind 18 to 31 mph, with gusts as high as 48 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 59°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 28 mph wind — strong wind — umbrellas will flip
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 54°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- NWS alert active — gale warning issued november 7 at 8:35am pst until november 8 at 4:00am pst by nws seattle wa
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0 Swim
11 Sunbathe
51 Walk
64 Photo
Best for photography today
Gale/Storm Gale Warning
Gale Warning issued November 7 at 8:35AM PST until November 8 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 kt. * WHERE...Admiralty Inlet. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
59°F
Cloudy
Wind
13 to 28 mph
SE
Rain
14%
Today
Air Quality
31 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Port Townsend
UV Peak
1 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~200m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
54°F
Light Rain Likely
Water
Water Temp
54°F
Too cold to swim
Next Low Tide
8:50 PM
-0.4 ft · in 2.3h
Wave Height
1.0 ft
13s · NW swell
Barometer
29.93 inHg
1014 hPa · buoy PTWW1
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:05 AM
Sunset
4:43 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
54°
Light Rain Likely
59%
7
52°
Light Rain
81%
4
56°
Light Rain
91%
3
61°
Slight Chance Light Rain
21%
24
58°
Chance Light Rain
48%
15
54°
Light Rain Likely
71%
4
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 13 to 28 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 54°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 59°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Multiple lots throughout the fort grounds. Discover Pass required.
Dogs
Leashed dogs allowed throughout; no off-leash area. Cougars are occasionally reported in the park.
Entry Fee
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Address
202 Eisenhower Ave, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Fort Worden State Park today?
Fort Worden State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Fort Worden State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs allowed throughout; no off-leash area. Cougars are occasionally reported in the park.
Is there an entry fee at Fort Worden State Park?
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Are there lifeguards at Fort Worden State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Fort Worden State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Fort Worden State Park?
Amenities at Fort Worden State Park include restrooms, showers, drinking water, campground, marine science center, lighthouse, historic batteries, hiking trails.
When is the water warmest at Fort Worden State Park?
Puget Sound and the Salish Sea stay cold year-round. Surface temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 55-62°F, and the deeper channels stay in the low 50s. Swimming is short-dip territory for most people; wetsuits are normal. Shallow, sun-warmed bays like Birch Bay run several degrees warmer than the open Sound.
Where is Fort Worden State Park located?
Fort Worden State Park is in Jefferson County, WA, at 202 Eisenhower Ave, Port Townsend, WA 98368.
Nearby Beaches
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