Bainbridge Waterfront Park – Sakai Park and pond loop from Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial

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Kitsap County

Bainbridge Island

Bainbridge Waterfront Park – Sakai Park and pond loop from Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial

Moderate

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Bainbridge Waterfront Park – Sakai Park and pond loop from Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial

02:31

9.30km

120m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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435 m

Bainbridge Waterfront Park

Highlight • Beach

Bainbridge Waterfront Park offers expansive, sunny lawns right next to the water. Aside from its easy waterfront access, it is very popular for community festivities including concerts, festivals, picnics and more.

Tip by

1.05 km

Stone sculptures

Highlight • Monument

These quirky stone "people" — shown doing everything from hauling a chain (perhaps to moor a stone boat somewhere nearby?) to unicycling — are the creations of sculptor Ethan Currier.

Tip by

1.95 km

Hayano Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

6.88 km

Pia the Peacekeeper troll

Highlight • Monument

Pia the Peacekeeper, an 18-foot-tall troll crafted from wood sourced from Sakai Park, brings a charming and adventurous atmosphere to the park, offering a great photo opportunity for everyone.

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7.36 km

Sakai Park and pond

Highlight • Natural

This park is named after a Japanese family who cultivated berries here during their World War II internment. It's now a tranquil, almost 23-acre nature preserve, featuring a pond and even some small wetlands.

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7.37 km