Tucked among the evergreens at 900 Park Avenue NE, Camp Yeomalt Cabin offers a truly unique setting for gatherings on Bainbridge Island. The 1,200-square-foot log structure features a dramatic open-beam ceiling, a large stone fireplace, and a small stage, perfect for cozy celebrations, performances, and community events. The cabin can host up to 50 guests and includes electric lighting, outlets, and a small patio area with an outdoor fireplace (available for use when there are no burn bans). Restrooms in the nearby Camp Yeomalt Classroom are available to renters.
Originally built in 1935 through Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Works Progress Administration, the cabin was constructed by unemployed island residents using mostly local materials. It served for decades as a beloved Boy Scout camp before taking on a new role during World War II as the headquarters for the U.S. Army 202nd Coast Artillery. In later years, the site was transferred to the Bainbridge Island Metro Park & Recreation District, which, along with passionate community members, worked tirelessly to preserve its legacy.
By the early 2000s, the cabin had fallen into disrepair, but a volunteer group known as Team Yeomalt—made up of craftspeople, historians, and local advocates—led a restoration effort using authentic materials and traditional building methods. Their dedication earned the cabin a place on the National Register of Historic Places in 2005.
Today, Camp Yeomalt Cabin stands as both a functional community space and a living tribute to Bainbridge Island’s spirit of collaboration. Whether hosting a youth camp, class, or private celebration, guests can enjoy the warmth and character of a place built—and lovingly restored—by generations of islanders.