Burn Ban - Level 1

Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.

Construction

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There will be construction at Lake Sammamish State Park Boat Launch. This work starts on July 14,2025 and ends on July 31,2025. The permitted "in-water" work will begin July 16th. Work will occur Monday through Thursday. Expect up to two lanes being closed per day with intermittent traffic delays within the launch area. Repairs will allow for continued safe use by visitors. 

 

Entrance sign at Lake Sammamish State Park. Features the pre-2023 logo, the name of the park, the words "welcome" and "cooperating agencies" with accompanying identifiers for the cooperating agencies. These small signs are however unreadable. In the background lush, green leaved trees, evergreens, and grass are visible.
Grassy area with lush deciduous trees, picnic tables, and a paved walking path in sight. Lake Sammamish is visible in the midground, with a limited view of Tibbets beach.
Family with 2 young children and 3 adults exploring the sand at Sunset Beach. One adult is wearing light colored jeans and a peach colored jacket, another is in black track pants and a grey and pink sweatshirt, and the third in a grey or blue sweatshirt and jeans. One of the youth is wearing a green and white stripped shirt and the other is in a floral pattern. The swimming buoys are visible on the water and it appears to be golden hour where the sun creates a soft, golden glow.
Multi-colored kayaks in green, purple, orange, red, and blue arranged in a line along a sandy beach. In the background lush trees are visible as is Lake Sammamish and some aquatic vegetation.
Tibbets beach is sandy with some buoys on the water indicating aquatic recreation areas. Roughly 9 visitors are enjoying the beach. Lush green trees and grass are visible on the right side of the image.

Lake Sammamish State Park

2182 NW Sammamish Road, Issaquah, WA 98027

Close to Seattle, Lake Sammamish State Park offers two swimming beaches, trails, volleyball courts, soccer fields and more. Here, you’ll enjoy outdoor family time off the urban grid.

Rules

  • Day-Use Only
  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas

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. 

View live Park camera

Boat Launch

Activities

Biking

Bird Watching

Boating

First Day Hike Events

Fishing

Geocaching

Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running

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Kayaking

Metal Detecting

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Paddleboarding

Swimming

Winter Camping

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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Dock

Pumpout

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Event Table Rentals

Grill

Kitchen Shelter

Picnic Shelters

Picnic Tables

Accessible Parking

Electric Vehicle Charging

Parking

Trailer Dump

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Ball Fields

Playgrounds

Soccer Field

Volleyball

Boardwalk

Concessions

Interpretive Opportunities

Accessible Trails

Bike Trails

Hiking Trails

Park features

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Creek

Field

Forest

Freshwater

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Lake

Meadow

Mountain View

Sandy Beach

Seasonal Wildflowers

Wetland

Wildlife Viewing

Rules

  • Day-Use Only
  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas

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. 

View live Park camera

Boat Launch

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 or hit the water with kayak, paddleboard, or pedal boat rentals from Lake Sammamish Paddle Co. at Tibbetts Beach.

Check out one of the year-round community events, including paddling and cycling events, summer concerts, and much more.

Day-use facilities

Barbeque grills, unsheltered picnic tables and one sheltered picnic table are available at Sunset and Tibbetts beach areas on a first come-first served basis. 

Playgrounds are be found at Sunset Beach, Tibbetts Beach.

Volleyball courts are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Nets can also be placed on the beach.

Reservable shelters

Four reservable shelters offer electrical outlets, picnic tables and a 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.

Reserve the group camp online.

Winter Schedule

Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.

Food service

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.

Kayak, paddle board, & pedal boat rentals

Get out on the water with Lake Sammamish Paddle Co. by Wheel Fun Rentals, your go-to spot for kayak, stand-up paddleboard (SUP), and pedal boat rentals at beautiful Tibbetts Beach! Whether you're up for a quick paddle, or a full day of fun, they've got hourly, half-day, and full-day rentals along with tour options to fit any adventure. Open 7 days a week in the summer from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and on weekends in September and October, weather permitting.

Reservations are highly recommended - boats go fast on sunny days!

Reserve your rental or learn more at Lake Sammamish Paddle Co. 

Click here for hours of operation.

Adaptive cycling

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. 

Volunteer opportunities

Visit the Friends of Lake Sammamish State Park (FLSSP) website for more information on volunteer opportunities, community events, educational programming and more.