#3 | The Mosquito fleet

Another interesting tidbit from Olalla’s history is the mode of travel that many enjoyed in their venture from one location or the other. The Mosquito fleet served the humble settlements of South Kitsap. A favorite a pointy-ender, the Virginia V, was built in Olalla with local timbers logged during Olalla’s logging heydays. Although she was seriously damaged in 1934 due to a bad storm, the vessel was repaired and is still in operation today sailing the Puget Sound. It is one of the last few vessels remaining of the Mosquito Fleet.

Today, Olalla is a quiet hamlet with forested hills, small farms, granges, community centers, and picturesque country roads. Olalla now partially relies on tourism and is a picturesque residential community that is close to shopping and conveniences offered in nearby cities and towns.