Kitsap County Information

Located just nine miles west of Seattle, the Kitsap Peninsula is easily accessible by sea, land or air from launching points all over Puget Sound. Unspoiled, unhurried and unique, the Kitsap Peninsula offers a bounty of recreational, cultural, historical and shopping opportunities for those who are looking for a break from the hectic pace of city life.

The Kitsap Peninsula lies in the heart of Puget Sound surrounded by over 300 miles of saltwater shoreline and located between the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges in Washington State.

You’ll find spectacular views of mountains and water at every turn. The combination of Native American, Scandinavian, military and pioneer attractions makes Kitsap an easy-to-tour destination. Kitsap offers miles of accessible shoreline, world-class golf courses and endless recreational, cultural and scenic wonders.

Within a days drive you’ll find the Seattle and Tacoma Metropolitan areas; the Olympic Peninsula; Victoria and Vancouver, Canada; Portland, Oregon; and three National Parks. The Kitsap Peninsula is a destination on its own as well as the perfect home base to explore the Puget Sound region.