Burn Ban - Level 1
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
General
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Due to possible freezing temperatures, the water at each campsite is turned off from November 1st through March 31st. A potable water supply is located in campsite #93. Exact dates will depend on the weather.
Shellfish
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Seasons are subject to closure by the Department of Health for marine biotoxins. Please check the following links to determine closures or season changes.
Fort Flagler Historical State Park
10541 Flagler Road, Nordland, WA 98358
Fort Flagler Historical State Park is a camping park surrounded on three sides by saltwater shoreline. Offering unparalleled views of the Olympic and Cascade mountains and Puget Sound, this historic fort features many of the original military buildings used at Fort Flagler during the turn of the 20th century including gun batteries, noncommissioned officers' quarters and the hospital building.
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Due to the nature of historic buildings, not all buildings at Fort Flagler are completely ADA accessible.
Cell service varies depending on your carrier and location within the park.
Dogs and pets must be on leashes in all areas of the park. There is not an off-leash dog park at Fort Flagler.
Activities
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Beach Exploration
Winter Camping
Biking
Bird Watching
Boating
Camping
Crabbing
Fishing
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Interpretive Activities
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Kayaking
Metal Detecting
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Paddleboarding
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Paragliding
Scuba Diving
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Shellfishing
Swimming
Amenities
Accessible Campsites
Automated Pay Station
Accessible Restrooms
ADA Buildings
Drinking Water
Fire Pit
Park Ranger Station
Recycling
Restrooms
Showers
Trash Service
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Firewood
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Boat Ramp
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Buoys
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Dock
Moorage
Grill
Groceries
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Accessible Parking
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Trailer Dump
Basketball Court
Playgrounds
Boardwalk
Concessions
Interpretive Center
Accessible Trails
Hiking Trails
Park features
Field
Forest
Mountain View
Saltwater
Sandy Beach
Seasonal Wildflowers
Viewpoint
Wetland
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Due to the nature of historic buildings, not all buildings at Fort Flagler are completely ADA accessible.
Cell service varies depending on your carrier and location within the park.
Dogs and pets must be on leashes in all areas of the park. There is not an off-leash dog park at Fort Flagler.
Map & visitor guide
Trails
Fort Flagler features both beach and wooded trails. Other popular activities include visiting the museum, taking an interpretive tour of the historic hospital and gun batteries, paragliding, hiking, boating, kite-flying, beach exploration, saltwater fishing, clam digging and crabbing. There is also a small playground in the day-use area across from the Lower Campground, as well as a basketball half-court and swings at the end of Flagler Road next to the Battery Row trailhead.
Concessions
Beachcomber Cafe
Beachcomber Café serves up hot sandwiches and burgers as well as a variety of beverages including espresso. They also have snacks and grocery items, beach toys, clothing, camping supplies, bagged ice and firewood. The Beachcomber Café is open weekends in April, May, and September and daily Memorial Day through Labor Day. Hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visit them on Facebook.
Olympic Kayak Tours
Enjoy a full day, half day, sunset or evening bioluminescence tour where experienced guides will take you to see bird watching, marine life, shorelines and evening sunsets. Tours are offered April through October. Rent sit-on-top kayaks and SUP boards. For more information and reservations, contact OKT online, or visit them on Facebook or Instagram.
Interpretive opportunities
Fort Flagler Museum
Explore Fort Flagler’s Museum, featuring displays about the fort and military life at the turn of the 20th century. The museum is open daily, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day. Open Saturdays during the remainder of the year.
Tours and Programs
Join ranger-led programs about nature and history. Stop by the office or museum to learn about the Junior Ranger program.
Take guided walking tours of the historic gun emplacements and other historic sites at 3:30 p.m. on weekends. Learn about fort operations and what life was like for the soldiers. The tour is approximately 1.5 hours long and a donation of $2-$5 is suggested. Tours are offered from April to September.
Step back in time as you take a guided tour of a 1905 military hospital. Tours are offered on weekends at 11:30 a.m. The tour is approximately 1 hour long and a donation of $2-$5 is suggested. Hospital tours are offered from April to September.
Try to see local birds on birding and nature tours every fourth Saturday of the month. Bird walks are about two to three hours long. Wear sturdy footwear, dress for changeable weather and bring binoculars and your own water. If you have questions, please email Bevybirds53@gmail.com with the subject "Birdwatching Walk". Tour depends on good weather and is limited to five people.
Group Tours and Activities
To request an interpretive program, please complete the Interpretive Program Request Form. For questions about programming, contact Kelsey Lang.
Retreat Center
Fort Flagler Retreat Center is set on a bluff high above Puget Sound and is steeped in military history.
Fort Flagler Vacation Houses
