Burn Ban - Level 1
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Part of the Park is Closed
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The Homestead Trail will be closed until further notice due to trail washout. Contact Park staff for further information.
Construction
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Major improvements to Lake Sammamish State Park’s Sunset Beach are ongoing. New picnic shelters and access trails will be added to revitalize popular community gathering place.
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Lake Sammamish State Park
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.
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Dogs are welcome but must always be on a leash and under physical control. Dogs are not permitted in designated swim areas.
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Activities
First Day Hike Events
Winter Camping
Biking
Bird Watching
Boating
Fishing
Geocaching
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Interpretive Activities
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Kayaking
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Paddleboarding
Swimming
Amenities
Automated Pay Station
Accessible Restrooms
ADA Buildings
Drinking Water
Park Ranger Station
Recycling
Restrooms
Trash Service
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Boat Ramp
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Buoys
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Dock
Pumpout
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Event Table Rentals
Grill
Kitchen Shelter
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Accessible Parking
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Trailer Dump
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Ball Fields
Playgrounds
Soccer Field
Volleyball
Boardwalk
Concessions
Accessible Trails
Bike Trails
Hiking Trails
Park features
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Creek
Field
Forest
Freshwater
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Lake
Meadow
Sandy Beach
Seasonal Wildflowers
Wetland
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Dogs are welcome but must always be on a leash and under physical control. Dogs are not permitted in designated swim areas.
View live Park cameras
Map & visitor guide
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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.
Day-use facilities
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.
Reservable shelters
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.
Camping
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.
Concessions
Sunset Beach Cafe
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
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.
