Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park: March 4, 2018

Topographic Map of the park and neighborhood.

Today I hiked 5 miles with Nancy Whitaker, and another 3 going to and from the Bainbridge ferry from my condo. I carried a backpack of only 11 pounds, probably. Total elevation gain was about 900 feet.

The hike was in Port Gamble Forest Heritage park, which straddles the Kitsap Peninsula, which is linked to Bainbridge Island by the Agate Pass bridge. Nancy joined me at the Bainbridge Island dock and drove to the park, leading me along trails she was familiar with.

The park is being developed, with trail improvements and the selective thinning of trees. And it  is quaint for its names: Twisted Sister, Forbidden Forest, ET and Ankle Biter trails -- the list goes on. It is frequented by mountain bikers and hikers. Wildlife include black bear.

This represents the first significant hike I've taken since returning from Mexico. Cold weather discouraged hiking until now. There was a 50% chance of rain today, and there was some sprinkling, but nothing significant.

The path we hiked today. The green box indicates where I turned on the Map My Hike software.

The trail included unimproved paths which are frequented by mountain bikes.

Distance: 8 miles
Elevation gain: 900 feet.
Weight: 11 pounds
Distance year to date: 20 miles
Elevation gain year to date: 4,865 feet.