Anderson Point County Park Trails

A Waterfront County Park in the SE Corner of Kitsap County

All by itself on Puget Sound in the southeast part of the county, Anderson Point County Park features a decent trail with switchbacks leading down to a picturesque beach, which is perfect for a picnic or even sunbathing on a warm day.

The trail in addition to a walk down the beach create a longer and more enjoyable route than the trail by itself. Residents and visitors to South Kitsap won’t regret a stop here.

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Anderson Point Trail Maps

The trail maps below show Anderson Point County Park’s location near Oalla as well as a more detailed trail map

Introduction

As the 3D maps illustrate, the road to Anderson Point as well as the parking area are on fairly level ground, but once you start the trail, it is all down hill to the beach. The trail occupies an unpaved road bed that is wide enough for several people at a time. It is suitable for mountain biking, but is not long enough to justify bringing a bike.

Initially you can see downslope as you walk, but glimpses of the water don’t appear until you get further into the park. After almost 3/4 miles the trail rounds its final curve and empties into a sandy area above the beach. Some much shorter segments cross this area allowing you to check out the interesting vegetation growing in the sand.

The beach is certainly the highlight of this park and the trail is the only way to get there. At lower tides the beach is very walkable unlike many Puget Sound beaches and is lined with driftwood and colorful rocks. You will likely find a few other people Here, but everyone tends to spread out after arriving on the beach.

Boat traffic, Vashon Island, and Mount Rainier views on a clear day give you plenty if incentive to linger for an hour or longer and walk the full length of the beach.