Bay Center is an unincorporated community located approximately 16 miles south of South Bend. Bounded by the Palix River and Willapa Bay, Bay Center is the geometric center of Willapa Bay and home to several commercial oyster-growing operations. In this community, commercial fishing and aquaculture dominates the marina. The Port facilities accommodate a thriving shellfish and crabbing industry. The current population of Bay Center is 300. A growing residential community will present a number of opportunities for the Port and the community in the coming years. The Port owns no upland property in Bay Center.
