Eagle Harbor Neighborhood Overview

Eagle Harbor lies on the east-central shore of Bainbridge Island, and serves as the island’s busy “gateway” to Seattle — the harbor where the ferry lands, and a place with a mix of waterfront living, maritime history, and a variety of lifestyles.

With roughly five miles of shoreline along the harbor, Eagle Harbor’s character depends a lot on where you are: parts near the ferry and downtown area (close to the harbor mouth) feel active, connected, and social; parts toward the head of the harbor or in quieter coves feel much more peaceful, tucked-in, and ideal for privacy and marine-life watching.

Homes around the harbor span a wide range — from modest houses and historic farm-style buildings to moored houseboats, harbor-view condos, and high-end waterfront dwellings with docks. Between boat slips, marine traffic, ferry passages and serene coves, Eagle Harbor offers a lifestyle uniquely shaped by the sea.

Because of its central harbor location and ferry connectivity, living in Eagle Harbor provides a blend of “island-home calm” and “easy access to urban connection.” It’s ideal for people who want to live on the water — or near it — but also value being connected to the rest of the island or the mainland via ferry or marina.

📍 Points of Interest in & Around Eagle Harbor

• ⚓ Eagle Harbor Marina — A full-service marina for boaters, with moorage, harbor views, and even bald eagles and osprey often spotted overhead.

• 🛥️ Eagle Harbor Yacht Club (EHYC) — A welcoming, active boating community since 1978 offering sailing, social events and access to Puget Sound adventures.

• 🌿 Pritchard Park & Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial — A 50-acre waterfront park on the harbor shore, with restored natural areas, shoreline access, and a moving historic memorial.

• 🌊 Eagle Harbor Waterfront Park & City Dock — A 5.5-acre park plus a city dock, perfect for picnics, waterfront walks, boating, and community events — plus a pleasant walkable connection to restaurants and shops nearby.

• 🏡 Historic & Mixed Waterfront Homes — From preserved waterfront homesteads and cottages to modern condos and houses with docks, the variety of housing reflects Eagle Harbor’s layered history and maritime character.

• 🐟 Restoration & Habitat Projects — The harbor is undergoing habitat restoration (such as at Cooper Creek) aimed at improving conditions for salmon, trout, and other native marine life.

🎓 Schools Serving Eagle Harbor

Eagle Harbor is part of the Bainbridge Island School District (BISD). Based on residential zoning in Harbor-adjacent neighborhoods, local children typically attend:

• Elementary (PK–4): Captain Johnston Blakely Elementary School or Ordway Elementary School (depending on exact address)

• Intermediate (Grades 5–6): Sonoji Sakai Intermediate School

• Middle (Grades 7–8): Woodward Middle School

• High School (Grades 9–12): Bainbridge High School — with Eagle Harbor High School as the district’s alternative/independent-study option

These schools serve the broader island neighborhoods including those around Eagle Harbor, providing convenient access for families living along the waterfront or nearby.

Eagle Harbor is a vibrant, water-centered community where maritime life, history, nature, and everyday living meet. Whether you’re moored in a boat slip at the marina, watching ferries glide in and out, or strolling the harbor-side park at sunset, the rhythm of the harbor shapes daily life — offering a special blend of coastal calm, community, and connectivity. It’s a neighborhood that embraces its maritime heritage while offering modern comforts, making it perfect for boaters, waterfront-home seekers, history lovers, or anyone drawn to island living with a harbor-side heartbeat.