Welcome to THE PORT OF MANCHESTER
Manchester, Washington
COVID-19 and The Port of Manchester
The Port of Manchester boat launch and Pomeroy Park are open and welcoming visitors.
The Port office is temporarily closed to the public.
If you would like to purchase an annual pass, we can accept payment via phone and mail the pass to you via USPS the next business day.
If you have any further questions or concerns please contact our office during regular
business hours, Monday-Friday, 8 - 4:30.
Thank you and stay safe.
Dennis O'Connell
Port Administrator
AMENITIES
Port of Manchester facilities include an elevated boat launch, tow vehicle parking, and picnic area.
The Port has two floating docks for short-term moorage, vehicle parking, and restroom.
Within short walking distance is a family restaurant, pub, library, and post office.
Visitors can bask in the sun on our sandy beach, paddle to nearby Blake Island State Park, or simply enjoy the views and local establishments.
FACILITIES
- Daily boat launch fee $7.00.
- Overnight boat launch fee $10.00
- Free public parking and access to Pomeroy Park.
- Port facilities open from dawn until dusk.
- No launch fee for kayaks.
- No park or picnic area reservations accepted.
- Launch fee kiosk with automated pay station accepts cash and credit/debit cards.
- Annual passes for the calendar year are available for purchase.
LOCAL EVENTS
The Port welcomes the opportunity to host community events and encourages visitors to come share in the fun!
NEWS
Learn about our borrow a Life Jacket Program
Storm Water Improvements and Pier Replacement
Learn about our borrow a Life Jacket Program
The Port has partnered with The Washington State Drowning Prevention Network to provide life jackets for children and teens for public use. In Washington state, an average of 25 children and teens drown every year. Most of them are swimming, boating or just playing in or near water. We can prevent drownings if we all do our part!
Friends of the Manchester State Park
Storm Water Improvements and Pier Replacement
Learn about our borrow a Life Jacket Program
A new group was recently formed called Friends of the Manchester State Park. Their goal is to highlight upcoming events, park amenities, and provide input to decision makers regarding the park.
Storm Water Improvements and Pier Replacement
Storm Water Improvements and Pier Replacement
Storm Water Improvements and Pier Replacement
Manchester Storm Water Improvements and Pier Replacement Summer / Fall 2015 improvements included:
- removal of the old storm water pipe from the beach
- a new foot pier and walkway
- new picnic tables and sod
- shoreline enhancements
All of these changes mean cleaner water for all of Puget Sound!