Sakai Park and pond – Bainbridge Waterfront Park loop from Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial

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Sakai Park and pond – Bainbridge Waterfront Park loop from Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial

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Sakai Park and pond – Bainbridge Waterfront Park loop from Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial

01:49

6.77km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

2.00 km

Colorful Birdhouses at Sakai Park

Highlight • Structure

This park is named after a Japanese family who cultivated berries here during their World War II internment. It's now a tranquil, almost 23-acre nature preserve, featuring a pond and even some small wetlands.

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2.01 km

Sakai Park and pond

Highlight • Natural

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2.50 km

Pia the Peacekeeper troll

Highlight • Monument

Pia the Peacekeeper, an 18-foot-tall troll crafted from wood sourced from Sakai Park, brings a charming and adventurous atmosphere to the park, offering a great photo opportunity for everyone.

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5.60 km

Stone sculptures

Highlight • Monument

These quirky stone "people" — shown doing everything from hauling a chain (perhaps to moor a stone boat somewhere nearby?) to unicycling — are the creations of sculptor Ethan Currier.

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6.28 km

Bainbridge Waterfront Park

Highlight • Beach

Bainbridge Waterfront Park offers expansive, sunny lawns right next to the water. Aside from its easy waterfront access, it is very popular for community festivities including concerts, festivals, picnics and more.

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6.77 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.91 km

1.26 km

620 m

Surfaces

2.72 km

1.67 km