West Bay Park Phase I Design and Development 

The City of Olympia has acquired over 17 acres on the west side of West Bay for a shoreline park and trail. This spectacular site provides outstanding views to the State Capitol, ship canal and Olympic Peaks.

A Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program Water Access Grant and an Aquatic Lands Enhancement Grant will help fund acquisition, development and shoreline enhancement. Funding from the Washington Department of Natural Resources will pay for the removal of creosote treated pilings along the shoreline.  A partnership with local Rotary Clubs will result in a developed overlook, hand held boat launch and other improvements. The Phase I area is approximately 4 acres and will include a segment of the West Bay Trail and natural and cultural history interpretation. Intertidal and riparian habitat areas will be cleaned up and enhanced.

Project design has begun. Phase I project improvements are scheduled to be completed in 2009.  Until these improvements are complete, the park will remain closed to public access. 

Park Map

Phase I Site Plan

For more information about the environmental clean up, visit the Department of Ecology's website.  To learn more about Rotary Point and how to make a donation or volunteer, visit www.rotarypoint.info.