PORT OF MANCHESTER

Welcome to the Port of Manchester

About Us

In May of 1923, the Kitsap County Board of Commissioners set June 7, 1923, as the date for a special election to form the Port of Manchester.

The port, located on the eastern side of the Kitsap Peninsula at the north end of Yukon Harbor, would build a car ferry dock at Manchester for Mosquito Fleet steamers that ply the waters of Puget Sound. After almost 30 years, ferries ceased operations in the bay, but the port continued to operate a dock, boat ramp, park, and parking facilities for local residents and recreational boaters.

Amenities

Local Events

Facilities

Picnic area
Free parking to access the nearby library, parks and restaurants that are within walking distance
Visitors can paddle to nearby Blake Island State Park
Launch fee kiosk with automated pay station. Accepts: cash, credit/debit cards

Facilities

Local Events

Facilities

Elevated boat launch
Tow vehicle parking
Two floating docks for short-term moorage
Daily boat launch fee: $10
Overnight boat launch fee: $12
No launch fee for kayaks
Annual passes are available for purchase*

Boat Launch Information

Local Events

The Port of Manchester welcomes the opportunity

to host community events.

The facility at the port of Manchester has been an attraction for many weddings and special events
No park or picnic area reservations are required/accepted (first come, first serve basis)

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