BAINBRIDGE ISLAND SAILING FIELD GUIDE
A Day Sail to Blake Island — Then Sleep at Anchor Under Puget Sound Stars
A 6-hour sailing adventure from Eagle Harbor to Blake Island that combines beach exploration, wildlife viewing and a tranquil night at anchor — this guide explains what to expect and how the trip flows.
A Day Sail to Blake Island — Then Sleep at Anchor Under Puget Sound Stars.
From Bainbridge’s Eagle Harbor you set a course into Puget Sound for Blake Island, a compact state-park isle reachable only by boat. The outing compresses plenty of sailing and shoreline time into a single 6-hour adventure, then tucks you into a calm harbor for an overnight anchored on the water. Expect beaches, hiking trails and an abundance of wildlife — otters, seals, eagles, deer and even clam-digging raccoons — followed by a slow morning return to the dock.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Close Encounters on a Wild Shore
Blake Island’s shorelines gather an unusual mix of animals in a small area: otters and seals forage in the tidelines while eagles wheel overhead and deer sometimes browse the beaches. These frequent sightings are a defining part of the visit.
Beaches and Trails on a State Park Isle
The entirety of the island is state park land and accessible only by boat, with a network of trails and stretches of beach that make for easy exploration once ashore.
A Quiet Night at Anchor
After an afternoon ashore the boat anchors in a tranquil harbor for an overnight afloat; the captain sets the anchor, rows you ashore if you wish, and returns in the morning to raise anchor and bring you back to port.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
This is a compact, deliberate outing: a sail from Eagle Harbor across Puget Sound, a stretch of island time spent walking beaches and scanning for wildlife, then an unhurried evening anchored in a quiet harbor where the boat becomes your night’s accommodation. The morning is similarly gentle — the captain weighs anchor and guides you back to Bainbridge with the kind of easy fatigue that follows a day spent outdoors.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip works best for.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing is a 6-hour sailing experience that includes island time and an overnight at anchor.
The trip departs from the operator’s home port in Eagle Harbor on Bainbridge Island; the island itself is accessible only by boat.
Bring clothing and footwear suitable for beach walks and the evening aboard; plan for modest overnight needs since the night is spent at anchor.
The experience is offered for all ages and is limited to up to six participants aboard the vessel.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The sail is a 6-hour experience.
Where does the trip depart from?
The voyage departs from the operator’s home port in Eagle Harbor on Bainbridge Island.
Is Blake Island accessible by land?
No — the entirety of Blake Island is state park land and is accessible only by boat.
How many people can join and is it family-friendly?
The trip is suitable for all ages and is limited to up to six people per outing.
Will I spend the night on the boat?
Yes — after island exploration the boat anchors in a tranquil harbor for an overnight afloat; the captain will return in the morning to weigh anchor and bring you back to the dock.