Bangor Base Washington Map
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Interactive Map of Bangor Base, Washington
| City | Bangor Base |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Kitsap |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.7226 |
| Longitude | -122.7144 |
| Population | 6,112 |
| Density | 206.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Bangor Base, Washington
Bangor Base is a locality in Kitsap County, Washington, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,112. The population density is 206.2 people per km². Bangor Base is located at 47.7226°N, 122.7144°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98315.
Bangor Base, a sprawling naval installation, anchors itself to the western edge of Kitsap Peninsula, a land where evergreen forests meet the cool, gray embrace of Puget Sound. It lies 6.2 miles north-north-west of Kitsap, WA (from Kitsap, WA: bearing 327°T), and is situated 5.5 miles north of Silverdale. The air here carries the briny tang of the sea, mingled with the damp, earthy scent of Douglas fir and cedar, a fragrance that seems to deepen as mist rolls in from the water. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of rain and growth, define the terrain, their slopes often cloaked in a verdant, unbroken canopy that stretches towards the sound's tranquil inlets. Sunlight, when it breaks through the persistent cloud cover, casts a luminous, almost ethereal glow upon the landscape, highlighting the deep greens and shadowed blues of the natural world. The history of Bangor Base is intrinsically linked to the strategic importance of its deep-water access, a gateway to the Pacific and a vital hub for the nation's submarine fleet. Established during a period of burgeoning naval power, its development has shaped the local economy, drawing skilled personnel and fostering a sense of purpose that permeates the community. While the immediate landscape is dominated by the military’s presence, the surrounding areas retain a connection to their past as logging and fishing communities, a legacy whispered in the weathered docks and the occasional glimpse of a solitary heron against the tidal flats. The quiet hum of activity within Bangor Base, a constant undercurrent of preparedness, coexists with the slower, more deliberate rhythm of life in the adjacent townships, creating a unique duality where national defense and the enduring peace of the natural world converge.
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About This Bangor Base Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Bangor Base, Washington with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Bangor Base and Kitsap County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Bangor Base is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Bangor Base is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
