Explore Parkwood, Washington, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Parkwood |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Kitsap County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.525175 |
| Longitude | -122.604375 |
| Population | 7,635 |
| Density | 1129.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 98133, 98366 |
| Area Code | 206, 253, 425 |
| County Seat | Port Orchard |
| School District | South Kitsap School District |
Parkwood remains a quiet enclave defined by the soft, persistent dampness that characterizes the Pacific Northwest. It lies 1.3 miles east-southeast of Port Orchard, WA (from Port Orchard, WA: bearing 112°T), and is situated 8.0 miles south of Kitsap. The landscape here slopes gently toward the nearby Port Orchard, where the tide pulls rhythmically against the shoreline and saltwater air permeates the evergreen canopy. Blackjack Creek carves a narrow, winding path through the local terrain, offering a cool, shaded corridor of moss and ferns that remains constant throughout the changing seasons. Further inland, the stillness of Deep Lake provides a quiet contrast to the shifting currents of the coast, reflecting the muted gray skies. On the distant horizon, the jagged, snow-dusted silhouette of the Olympic Mountains serves as a permanent, silent guardian to the west.
Parkwood grew from the modest, industrious roots of early timber and maritime development that once defined the surrounding region. The economy today relies upon a blend of small-scale commercial enterprise and a commuting workforce that looks toward the wider maritime connections of the sound. Workers often find their livelihoods linked to the services and trade sectors that support the local maritime infrastructure, maintaining a steady, unpretentious pace of life. Even the distant, expansive Olalla Valley influences the regional flow of goods and people, anchoring the area in a broader agricultural and economic history. Residents here value a sense of self-reliance, keeping the local rhythm tied to the practical demands of the climate and the land.
Cultural life in Parkwood centers on the shared outdoor spaces that define the daily experience of its people. Jackson & Lund Park serves as the primary gathering point, where neighbors cross paths beneath the towering conifers that dampen the noise of the outside world. The community maintains a reserved, observant character, shaped by the long, literate winters and the quiet beauty of the coastal fog. While the area lacks the neon distractions of a larger city, it possesses a sturdy, grounded identity that favors local connection over spectacle. Orchard Rocks stands as a distant, jagged landmark in the water, a reminder of the rugged geological forces that continue to shape the coastline.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Parkwood, Washington. Coordinates: 47.525175, -122.604375. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Parkwood includes the ZIP code (98133, 98366), telephone area code (206, 253, 425), county seat of Kitsap County (Port Orchard), and school district assignment (South Kitsap School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 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. |