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The village streets of this once bustling logging town haven't changed much since the 1850s.
The original New England Victorian-style homes have been preserved, along with the town's general store and stately church.
Port Gamble is a National Historic site. While you're there, visit the hilltop cemetery and look for the grave of the first US Navy man killed in battle in the Northwest.
Prior to its closing in 1995, the Port Gamble Mill was the oldest continuously operating sawmill operating in North America.
Port Gamble is also home to the Kitsap Peninsula Visitor & Convention Bureau , which is located on Rainier AVE, a few doors east of the store and the Port Gamble Historic Museum.
The General Store and Cafe is still just that, selling groceries, clothing, a wide variety of gifts, toys and gourmet foods. A deli features homemade favorites. There are also antique shops, a trading company featuring local artists, a day spa, a now famous truffle shop and more . . .
Port Gamble hosts a number of festivals throughout the year, a Sunday Market featuring food and crafts (May-October), a Sunday Antique Market (May-October), weekly car shows and more.
Trail Map for Hiking, Mountain Biking and Horseback Riding Bring your horse or mountain bike and explore 4,000 acres with trails. Discover the extensive network of logging roads or find your own trail. Keep an eye out for eagles, osprey and other regional wildlife. Plenty of free parking is available.
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