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Manchester Community
The Manchester community’s spirit is like no other town around—it resonates in the dedicated and involved members of the community. Manchester is known for its amazing views and public boat launch but the spirit lives through the members. It is evident in the events they hold. A few events include: Father’s Day Salmon Bake at the Manchester Library parking lot, a boat parade on the opening day of boating season, Mother’s Day and New Years Day events, fireworks and bonfire on the Fourth of July, and much more! For more information about Manchester visit the Kitsap Peninsula Visitor & Convention Bureau or the Manchester Community’s website.
Manchester Town CenterThe Anchors at Manchester is located in the Manchester town center, which is the heart of this Puget Sound waterfront community. Downtown you will find the following: Manchester Library, Post Office, Family Inn Restaurant, Capital Tavern, Beauty Salon and Massage, Barber Shop, The Department of Ecology, Kitsap Medical, Fishing Pier, Boat Launch, and a Café, Wine Bar & Market coming soon. Just a few minutes away are Manchester State Park and the Southworth Ferry that goes to Seattle.
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Right down the road from The Anchors is Manchester State Park, which was once used as a harbor defense installation for Bremerton's protection. A torpedo warehouse still remains and can be reserved as a large covered picnic shelter for a party. The park is a 111-acre camping park with 3,400 feet of saltwater shoreline on Rich Passage in Puget Sound. Kayak or canoe to the park from Manchester’s pier and enjoy the beautiful surroundings of the large, wooded, waterfront park and campground. It is open year round for camping and day use. There are hiking trails, diving, fishing, bird and wildlife viewing, horseshoe pit, mountain biking, volleyball/badminton court, and more! Bring your family and friends to come have a picnic on one of the park’s thirty-six tables, play sports and enjoy the views. It is one of the best views of ferries in the area. For more information visit Manchester State Park website.
Manchester Boat Launch & Beach
Launch your boat or have a picnic at the beach with your family while enjoying the stunning views! Right in front of The Anchors buildings is Manchester’s public boat lunch. The Port of Manchester has modernized the facilities, which includes a new pier and dock, wheel chair accessible restroom, enlarged picnic area, and additional tow vehicle and trailer parking. The boat launch area is perfect place to bring the family and take your boat out or stay on shore for an afternoon picnic and beachcombing. There is even a boat parade on the opening day of boating season. For more information visit Port of Manchester website.
Cafe, Wine Bar & Market Coming Soon!
The Anchors at Manchester is a brand new, beautiful architectural building in heart of Manchester, on Puget Sound shoreline. Manchester community is elated for the new committed tenants to open, which include the new and improved Manchester Food Center, an artistic café/coffee shop, a classy, urban wine bar, and Edward Jones Investment all of which will be in the commercial space below the condos and on the ground level.
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Boating and Kayaking
The Kitsap Peninsula offers over 350 miles of saltwater shoreline, great for boating and kayaking. Manchester in particular has some of the most breathtaking views of Puget Sound, Seattle, islands and mountains; making a day out on the water a relaxing event that lets you appreciate the natural surrounding beauty. There are public docks all along the coast. The shoreline has marinas in almost every community and boating is an excellent way to visit them. Visit BoatingKitsap.com for additional information on the Ports and boating communities on the Kitsap Peninsula.
Golf Courses
There are many golf courses in the surrounding areas that offer activities for the whole family.
Port Orchard - Horseshoe Lake Golf Course, McCormick Woods Golf Course, Trophy Lake Golf & Casting, and Village Greens Golf Course.
Gig Harbor - Canterwood Golf & Country Club, Gig Harbor Golf Club, and Madrona Links Golf Course.
Bremerton - Gold Mountain Golf Course, Olympic Golf Course, Cascade Golf Course, Kitsap Golf & Country Club, and Rolling Hills Golf Course.
Tacoma - Allenmore Public Golf Course, Brookdale Golf Club, Highlands Golf & Racquet Club, Lake Spanaway Golf Course, Meadow Park Golf Course, Williams Nine Golf Course, Meadow Park Golf Course, North Shore Golf Course, Oakbrook Golf & Country Club, Pacific Lutheran University Golf Course, and Tacoma Country and Golf Club.
Scuba Diving
One of the richest ecosystems in the world is the Puget Sound. Its unique waterfront environment is home for an abundance of marine life. Wildlife including octopus, crabs, sea slugs, and more lie just underwater off the Peninsula’s miles of shoreline. Manchester is considered a favorite dive spot by many who are willing to take the plunge to see the array of marine life and colorful creatures. For more information on scuba diving in the Kitsap Peninsula area visit this link.
Other Outdoor Activites
Swimming, beachcombing, fishing, horseback riding, hiking, and the farmer’s markets. For more information about outdoor recreational activities visit this link.
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