Fort Ward Park was formerly designated as a state park, and prior to that the land was used as a military base named Fort Ward. The park sits on the Rich Passage at the island’s southern end, where it occupies 137 acres of mostly dense forest and underbrush. The area is incredibly beautiful, with views including the Olympic Mountains and the Rich Passage. Marine wildlife is abundant in the park. Popular activities including fishing, boating, picnicking, birdwatching, clamming, and scuba diving. Additionally, there are multi-use trails that can be used for jogging, biking, and walking. The park has a public boat ramp and two picnic areas, including one on the beach.

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