![Pine-covered McMicken Island rises above it's reflection in glassy waters. A shoreline spans the distance under a blue sky. A rocky beach with shallow puddles is in the foreground.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-08/mcmickenisland_view.jpg?itok=Epo6JW6O)
![A lone person strolls down a wide, rocky beach with shallow water on either side and tall pines rising in the background.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-08/mcmickenisland_beach.jpg?itok=k5klvtWk)
![A small island dotted with pines and shrouded in mist sits atop glassy ocean water under a pale blue sky.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-08/mcmickenisland_fog2.jpg?itok=umf0NUqQ)
![Ariel View of McMicken State Park](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2024-02/McMicken%20ArielView3%20%28002%29.jpg?itok=Q27MfaIl)
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.
No fires permitted at any time.
Eastsound, WA 98245
On the waters of South Puget Sound, McMicken Island is surrounded by moorage buoys. This tiny island can only be accessed by boat, making it a unique getaway filled with natural splendor.
Beach Exploration
Boating
Crabbing
Fishing
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Shellfishing
Restrooms
Buoys
Moorage
Hiking Trails
Island
Meadow
Rocky Beach
Saltwater
Wildlife Viewing
McMicken Island Marine State Park is a small day use only island park with 1,661 feet of beautiful South Puget Sound saltwater shoreline. It is only reachable by boat, except during low tide when you can walk across a tombolo to and from Harstine Island for a few hours each day.
There are two vault toilets and limited picnic tables at this park. No potable water or garbage receptacles are available. Make sure you bring everything you need for an enjoyable visit and pack it out when you leave.
There is no camping on the island.
Visitors may harvest shellfish and dig for clams only in season and with a permit.
Moorage is available around the island with five buoys available for overnight moorage.
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.