We're updating our camping and moorage fees to continue providing great experiences for visitors amid inflation and rising costs. You will see a rate increase for camping stays booked for May 15 and beyond. Moorage fees will increase Jan. 1. Learn more here.
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Lake Sammamish is currently closed due to loss of power and storm damage. If you were planning to come for the day, please visit one of our other parks. If you had reservations at this park, you will receive an email with information about your refund. Contract parking will be operating out of the West Soccer Field parking lot.
2010 N.W. Sammamish Road, Issaquah, WA 98027
Close to Seattle, Lake Sammamish State Park offers two swimming beaches, trails, sandy volleyball courts, soccer fields and more. Here, you’ll enjoy outdoor family time off the urban grid.
The Homestead Trail will be closed until further notice due to trail washout.
Dogs are welcome but must always be on a leash and under physical control. Dogs are not permitted in designated swim areas.
Biking
Bird Watching
Boating
First Day Hike Events
Fishing
Geocaching
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Swimming
Winter Camping
Automated Pay Station
Accessible Restrooms
ADA Buildings
Drinking Water
Park Ranger Station
Recycling
Restrooms
Trash Service
Boat Ramp
Buoys
Dock
Pumpout
Event Table Rentals
Grill
Kitchen Shelter
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Accessible Parking
Parking
Trailer Dump
Ball Fields
Playgrounds
Soccer Field
Volleyball
Boardwalk
Concessions
Interpretive Opportunities
Accessible Trails
Bike Trails
Hiking Trails
Creek
Field
Forest
Freshwater
Lake
Meadow
Sandy Beach
Seasonal Wildflowers
Wetland
Wildlife Viewing
The Homestead Trail will be closed until further notice due to trail washout.
Dogs are welcome but must always be on a leash and under physical control. Dogs are not permitted in designated swim areas.
Hike or bike one of the paved walking paths, compacted dirt or gravel trails to the wetlands for a chance to see a great blue heron or bald eagle. Take a break for the kids to play at the brand-new, state-of-the-art playground.
Check out one of the year-round community events, including the annual summer Parkadilly Fair, paddling and cycling events, summer concerts, holiday boat parades and much more.
Barbeque grills, unsheltered picnic tables and one sheltered picnic table are available at Sunset and Tibbets beach areas on a first come-first served basis.
Playgrounds are be found at Sunset Beach, Tibbets Beach, and along the trail between Sunset and Tibbets.
Sandy volleyball courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Nets can also be placed on the beach.
Three reservable shelters offer electrical outlets, picnic tables and a sandy volleyball court. Rotunda Shelter has a central firepit.
Groups having special activities other than simple gatherings (for example using a bouncy house or bringing in outside vendors) MUST contact the park at (425) 649-4275 regarding a special activity permit. Failure to do so can result in the cancellation of the event.
Individual camping is not permitted. However, Hans Jensen Group Camp is available. This private area offers a picnic shelter, tables, fire rings and vault toilets.
Reserve the group camp online.
Learn about seasonal closers and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Sunset Beach Café offers a selection of food, snacks, beverages, coffee, Italian sodas and Ben & Jerry's ice cream. Pizza from Zeek's Pizza is also available. The café is open weekends in May and Sept. and daily from mid-June to Labor Day. For more information, visit them on Instagram or Facebook.
Issaquah Paddle Sports offers a variety of kayak, pedal boat and standup paddleboard rentals from their location at Tibbets Beach. They also offer a large variety of small watercraft trainings and skills classes. They are open from 10-7 on weekends in May and daily from 10-7 June through Labor Day. For more information and to see class listings, visit them online.
Outdoors for All provides opportunities for people with disabilities to ride a bike that works for them. Free adaptive bike rentals, such as recumbent trikes, handcycles, and tandems, are available at the Sunset Beach bath house. Operating hours are May 1 through Sept. 30, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., last rentals go out at 5:30 p.m. No reservation necessary, bikes available on first-come first served basis. Visit Outdoors for All website for additional information.
Visit the Friends of Lake Sammamish State Park (FLSSP) website for more information on volunteer opportunities, community events, educational programming and more.
