Rocky Point is one of those places in Kitsap County that feels both peaceful and connected. Tucked along the shoreline of Dyes Inlet, it gives you the sense of being surrounded by nature while still being just minutes away from downtown Bremerton.
Neighbors here wave when you pass by, kids ride bikes on the quiet side streets, and evenings often end with golden sunsets over the water.
If you’re thinking about visiting or moving here, this guide will give you a closer look at what Rocky Point has to offer.
1) Real Estate and Housing
Homes here range from mid-century ramblers and bungalows on the hills to a handful of shoreline places along Phinney Bay and Oyster Bay. Much of the housing stock reflects Bremerton’s shipyard growth years, when nearby neighborhoods expanded in the 1940s and after.
Most streets feed off Rocky Point Road toward Kitsap Way, so day-to-day errands are close. If you want a larger lot and trees, look uphill. If you want water views, look near Phinney Bay or the south ridge facing Port Washington Narrows.
2) Things to Do and Attractions
Downtown Bremerton is a short drive and has the Puget Sound Navy Museum, the USS Turner Joy, Harborside Fountain Park, the Boardwalk, and Evergreen Rotary Park. These are easy half-day outings and very kid-friendly.
On the peninsula itself, people launch kayaks on calm mornings, walk forested neighborhood loops, and head to nearby Lions Park or NAD Park for ballfields and trails. Evergreen Rotary Park also hosts a seasonal farmers market.
3) Demographics and Statistics
Rocky Point has about 3,133 residents and covers a land area of 7.23 square miles. The community includes hillside blocks west of Port Washington Narrows and shoreline pockets on Oyster and Phinney bays.
4) Best Restaurants, Food and Nightlife
Kitsap Way is your main food strip. Locals go to Hi-Lo’s 15th Street Café for breakfast, The Garage Bar & Grill for burgers, Brother Don’s for live music, and Tony’s Pizza for old-school pies. For a waterfront meal, cross to Manette for the Boat Shed.
5) City Services and Government Info
Rocky Point is unincorporated, so most services come from Kitsap County. Law enforcement is the Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office. Roads and maintenance are through Kitsap County Public Works. Building and land-use permits go through the county Department of Community Development. Health permits and septic information come from Kitsap Public Health District. 911 dispatch is managed by Kitsap 911.
Fire protection in the Rocky Point and Westgate area is served by South Kitsap Fire & Rescue’s Station 20 on Rocky Point Road. Within nearby Bremerton city limits, the Bremerton Fire Department responds.
For long-term planning, Rocky Point lies in the Bremerton urban growth area, meaning the county and city coordinate on annexation and service levels.
6) Schools and Education
Most Rocky Point addresses fall in Bremerton School District. Crownhill Elementary sits right on Rocky Point Road. Older students typically attend Mountain View Middle School and Bremerton High School. Always confirm boundaries before enrolling.
7) Transportation and Commute
By car, State Route 310 is Kitsap Way, which connects the neighborhood to SR-3. SR-3 is the north-south freeway for Silverdale, Poulsbo, and Bangor.
Transit riders use Kitsap Transit routes on Kitsap Way and the Wheaton Way corridor. Route 212 serves West Bremerton, and Route 20 runs the Wheaton-SR-303 spine to Silverdale. For trips to Seattle, use the Bremerton Seattle car ferry or the Kitsap Fast Ferry passenger-only service from the downtown terminal.
8) Jobs and Economy
Many residents work at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility or other Naval Base Kitsap commands. PSNS & IMF is one of Washington’s largest industrial employers, with roughly 14,000 to 15,000 personnel. Defense is the county’s anchor sector, with significant local economic impact.
The Port of Bremerton supports jobs through the Olympic View Industrial Park, Bremerton National Airport, and marinas. Industrial sites and FTZ-served land help attract manufacturers and logistics firms.
9) Events and Local News
Downtown hosts year-round happenings around the Boardwalk, Harborside Fountain Park, and the Kitsap Conference Center. Community festivals, waterfront concerts, and seasonal markets are popular with families and visitors.
10) Parks, Nature and Outdoor Activities
Close-in favorites include Evergreen Rotary Park on the Narrows, Lions Park on the shoreline east of Phinney Bay, NAD Soroptimist Park for trails and biking, and Harborside Fountain Park on the waterfront. Across the Narrows, Illahee State Park has camping, a long pier, and beach access.
11) Business and Industry
Beyond the Navy, the Port of Bremerton’s Olympic View Industrial Park and the Puget Sound Industrial Center area provide ready-to-build sites with utilities and access to SR-3 and the airport. The Port contributes significantly to the local economy through jobs, facilities, and regional partnerships.
12) Weather and Climate
Bremerton’s marine climate brings mild summers and cool, wet winters. Average highs range from the upper 40s in winter to the mid-70s in late summer, with most rain falling from October through April.
13) Moving Guides
New residents should check whether a home is on septic or sewer, confirm school boundaries, and set up services with the proper county offices. For commuting, get familiar with Kitsap Transit schedules and the Bremerton ferry terminal. County pages cover roads, permits, and solid-waste services, and Kitsap 911 explains emergency communications.
14) Instagrammable Spots and Photography
Try sunset across Phinney Bay from Lions Park, the cone fountains at Harborside Fountain Park, the Boardwalk with marina views, and the Navy Museum plaza near the ferry. On clear days, the light on the Narrows makes simple shoreline walks look dramatic in photos.
15) Healthcare and Hospitals
Most hospital services moved to St. Michael Medical Center in Silverdale, which serves the region. In Bremerton, you will also find clinics and urgent care through local providers and health systems.
Takeaway
Rocky Point may not be the biggest community in Kitsap County, but it has a strong local charm.
Living here means waking up to the sound of gulls, driving just a few minutes to the ferry, and having both nature and city convenience at your fingertips.
It’s a place where families settle in, commuters find balance, and neighbors still look out for each other. If you want the calm of the water and woods while staying close to town, Rocky Point makes a wonderful home.
We’re part of a bigger picture in Kitsap County, and if you want to explore what’s around, check out the “Cities in Kitsap County, Washington: The Complete 2025 Guide to Every City & Community” over at The Kitsap.
It walks you through the full range of places here, from the ferry-bridges of Bainbridge Island and Bremerton, to tucked-away villages like Keyport, Hansville, and even Rocky Point itself.
It’s a great way to see how Rocky Point fits into our county’s map of towns, shoreline living, and forested neighborhoods, especially if you or your readers are curious about nearby areas worth visiting or comparing.