Dosewallips Cabins
Burn Ban - Level 1
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
General
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Dosewallips State Park has shut off the water for the winter due to cold temperatures. It will re-open in March of 2025. The winter water supply is located near the dump station.
The day use area is also shut down for the winter. There are vault toilets available at Dosewallips Meadows Park, 1 mile to the north on 101 from the main park.
Dosewallips State Park
306996 Highway 101, Brinnon, WA 98320
Visit the mountains or beach at Dosewallips State Park. Dig for clams or watch a herd of elk wander through camp. This diverse and dynamic park is perfect for a day trip or overnight stay.
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Wildlife
Guests may share space with the local elk herds that wander through camp. Stay back 100 feet, and never offer food.
Swimming
The park does not have a formal swimming area, but park visitors may enjoy swimming in the river. Please note the river can be swift and not suitable for young children.
Activities
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Beach Exploration
Biking
Bird Watching
Camping
Fishing
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
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Shellfishing
Swimming
Winter Camping
Amenities
Accessible Campsites
Accessible Restrooms
ADA Buildings
Drinking Water
Double campsites
Fire Pit
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Firewood
Park Ranger Station
Restrooms
Showers
Trash Service
Grill
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Accessible Parking
Parking
Trailer Dump
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Ball Fields
Amphitheater
Interpretive Opportunities
Observation Deck
Hiking Trails
Park features
Field
Forest
Freshwater
Mountain View
River
Rocky Beach
Saltwater
Viewpoint
Wetland
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Wildlife
Guests may share space with the local elk herds that wander through camp. Stay back 100 feet, and never offer food.
Swimming
The park does not have a formal swimming area, but park visitors may enjoy swimming in the river. Please note the river can be swift and not suitable for young children.
Map & visitor guide
47.69636536, -122.9194565
Dosewallips State Park is a year-round camping park with 5 miles of shoreline on Hood Canal and the Dosewallips River. All camp areas are grassy and located in scenic, rustic settings.
Fishing
Bring your fishing poles and shovels to collect freshwater or saltwater fish, clams, oysters and crabs.
Freshwater activities are nearby on the banks of the Dosewallips River, and saltwater activities can be found on nearby Hood Canal. There is a watercraft launch 7 miles south of the park at Triton Cove State Park.
Picnic and day use facilities
The park provides a kitchen shelter without electricity, and sheltered picnic tables. There are braziers and restrooms nearby.
Camping
The campground has cabins, standard and utility sites. The park accommodates RVs and combinations of 40 feet or less in length.
During winter months (Nov. 15 through March 15), the campground is winterized and only sites 21-29 have water. Winter water supply is still available.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Interpretive opportunities
In summer months, campfire programs are conducted on most weekends.
Park History
Rentals
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