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.
Burn Ban - Level 1
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Boating and Moorage
Starting Monday, October 14 the docks at Lowell Point boat launch will be pulled and the launch will be winterized until Spring 2025. The boat launch will still be open for use, however, the docks will be removed.
General
Please be aware that the dump station at Camano Island State Park is closed for maintenance.
The nearest dump station is the Smokey Point Rest Area off I-5, roughly 25 miles east. We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience.
Part of the Park is Closed
The stairs leading down to the beach in the North Beach Day Use Area are temporarily closed. We apologize for the inconvenience. The beach is still accessible via the south trail.
Part of the Park is Closed
The Canyon Trail at Camano Island State Park has been closed indefinitely due a slide on a section of the trail.
General
We recently removed invasive blackberry and added native plantings in campsites 61-63. Please be aware that these campsites will have minimal vegetation and reduced privacy while we're waiting for the native plants to mature.
Camano Island State Park
2269 S Lowell Point Road, Camano Island, WA 98282
Camano Island State Park feels a world away with its forested trails, rocky shoreline and sweeping views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains and Mount Rainier. Come for a fun and laid back camping weekend filled with boating, hiking, fishing and beach exploration.
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Only light campfires in designated fire pits. Beach fires are not allowed.
Clamming is closed indefinitely while we focus on conservation efforts.
Activities
Beach Exploration
Biking
Bird Watching
Boating
Camping
Crabbing
First Day Hike Events
Fishing
Geocaching
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Kayaking
Metal Detecting
Paddleboarding
Scuba Diving
Swimming
Winter Camping
Amenities
Accessible Campsites
Automated Pay Station
Accessible Restrooms
ADA Buildings
Drinking Water
Fire Pit
Firewood
Park Ranger Station
Restrooms
Showers
Boat Ramp
Dock
Grill
Kitchen Shelter
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Sink
Accessible Parking
Parking
Amphitheater
Interpretive Opportunities
Bike Trails
Hiking Trails
Park features
Field
Forest
Island
Mountain View
Rocky Beach
Saltwater
Viewpoint
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Only light campfires in designated fire pits. Beach fires are not allowed.
Clamming is closed indefinitely while we focus on conservation efforts.
Map & visitor guide
48.12644958, -122.4932022
Picnic and day use facilities
The North Beach picnic shelter is first-come, first-served and can accommodate a dozen people.
The North Beach meadow, Lowell Point kitchen shelter, and amphitheater can be reserved for weddings, family reunions or other special events. The kitchen shelter has electricity, a wood stove and large windows with sweeping views of Saratoga Pass and Whidbey Island. It is an indoor-outdoor space and can accommodate up to 44 people inside and an additional 36 people outside. Check out the informational sheet (PDF 254KB) for more details.
Camping
There are 77 standard, reservable campsites. Restrooms and showers are located nearby. Two hiker/biker sites are available first-come, first-served if you arrive on foot or bicycle. One primitive campsite is available first-come, first-served as part of the Cascadia Marine Trail, and you may camp here only if you arrive on human-or wind-powered watercraft. Lower loop campsites are open year-round and the upper loop campsites are open from May through September. Several campsites in the upper camping loop are pull-throughs and better suited for RVs.
One group camp is available and can accommodate up to 100 people and 28 vehicles. The group camp has its own restrooms and showers.
For a cozier stay, reserve one of five forest cabins. Each cabin can sleep up to five people and has peek-a-boo views of the water.
Please note that the trailer dump station is closed for maintenance until further notice. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closers and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Trails
Hike or bike four miles of trails that loop through the forest, or head down a one-mile trail that leads to Cama Beach Historical State Park.
Boating
There is one boat launch at this park. Make sure you have an annual launch permit or combination of a Discover Pass and daily launch permit.
The boat launch is located at Latitude: 48º 7' 39.37" N (48.1276) Longitude: 122º 29' 57.12" W (-122.4992).
Wildlife viewing
Numerous animals call this park home and wildlife viewing opportunities abound here. You may spot deer, rabbits, chipmunks, coyotes and skunks while hiking in the forest. Gaze out at the water and look for orcas, harbor seals, porpoises and gray whales. Look up to see eagles, herons, wrens, hummingbirds and owls swooping overhead.
Firewood
You can purchase firewood from the camp host or several grocery stores located on Camano Island. Please choose only wood sourced from western Washington to help us protect our forests from invasive insects.
Interpretive activities
Interpretive programs for kids and adults are held every Saturday during the summer. Check the display board at the campground entrance to see program hours. Take part in stargazing, giant bubble-blowing on the beach, arts and crafts, and guided shore and forest strolls. Listen to intriguing talks at the amphitheater ranging from the whales of Puget Sound to how your old shirt can save a salmon.
The Cama Beach Foundation hosts toy boat building workshops at North Beach on Saturdays May through September.