Dash Point Cabins
Burn Ban - Level 1
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Dash Point State Park
5700 SW Dash Point Road, Federal Way, WA 98023
Hidden in plain sight, this park offers miles of forested hiking and biking trails, but its main draw is the beach. Whether you're out for an afternoon or a camping trip, you'll be delighted by this oasis tucked between two urban hubs.
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Clamming is not recommended.
Alcohol is allowed only in the campground by registered campers of legal age at their campsite only. It is not allowed in any other areas of the park.
Activities
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Beach Exploration
Biking
Bird Watching
Camping
Geocaching
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
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Kayaking
Metal Detecting
Mountain Biking
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Paddleboarding
Ranger Talk
Swimming
Winter Camping
Amenities
Accessible Campsites
Automated Pay Station
Accessible Restrooms
Drinking Water
Fire Pit
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Firewood
Park Ranger Station
Restrooms
Showers
Trash Service
Grill
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Accessible Parking
Parking
Trailer Dump
Amphitheater
Interpretive Opportunities
Bike Trails
Hiking Trails
Park features
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Creek
Field
Forest
Ocean Beach
Saltwater
Sandy Beach
Viewpoint
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Clamming is not recommended.
Alcohol is allowed only in the campground by registered campers of legal age at their campsite only. It is not allowed in any other areas of the park.
Map & visitor guide
47.31436539, -122.406189
Dash Point State Park is set on the Puget Sound in western Washington and is a popular destination for water recreation. This 461-acre camping and day-use park features 3,301 feet of saltwater shoreline with unobstructed views of Puget Sound and opportunities for sea-life study.
Water activities
Dash Point is a hotspot for skim boarding, bringing together camps, competitions and gatherings on the park's sandy shores.
Boating is available to smaller boats (e.g., canoes and kayaks) that do not require a watercraft launch. Additional information can be found on the Boating Program page.
Picnic and day use facilities
Reserve a covered picnic shelter or snag one of the first come, first served unsheltered picnic tables.
Camping
The campground offers cabins, as well as standard and utility sites. The park accommodates RVs and combinations of 32 feet or less in length.
The park has a group camp that includes individual campsites and a large communal fire ring.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Interpretive opportunities
Interpretive events are held June through August. Amphitheater programs are held on Fridays and Saturdays or enjoy walking talks Fridays through Sundays. Times and subjects are posted at the park.
Park History
Rentals
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