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.
Burn Ban Level 2
Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
Obstruction Pass State Park
Olga, WA 98279
Obstruction Pass State Park gives you access to one of the few public beaches on Orcas Island. The 76-acre park features madrone trees, pebbly beaches and splendid water views.
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
No potable water is available at this park and you must pack out what you pack in.
A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Activities
Beach Exploration
Bird Watching
Boating
Camping
Crabbing
First Day Hike Events
Fishing
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Kayaking
Shellfishing
Swimming
Winter Camping
Amenities
Fire Pit
Restrooms
Buoys
Moorage
Picnic Tables
Parking
Hiking Trails
Park features
Forest
Island
Rocky Beach
Saltwater
Seasonal Wildflowers
Viewpoint
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
No potable water is available at this park and you must pack out what you pack in.
A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Map & visitor guide
48.6052, -122.8274
Picnic and day use facilities
The park has one day-use picnic table that is first-come, first-served. Be sure to bring ample water because there is no running water at this park. Two composting toilets are available.
Camping
There are nine first-come, first-served primitive campsites located on the south end of the park. If you kayak or canoe in, one Cascadia Marine Trail campsite is available first-come, first-served. Two composting toilets are located nearby. Campsites have fire pits.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closers and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Boating
Tie your boat up on a mooring buoy to spend the night on the water. Three moorage buoys are located just off shore at the south end of the park. Phone registration is available at buoys.
Moorage fees are charged year round for mooring at docks, floats, and buoys from 1 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Trails
Meander down a half-mile trail that travels through a low forest, up to the bluff where you can gaze out onto endless water, and back down to the beach. There is a total of 1.8 miles of hiking trails to explore. You can learn more about the geology, ecology, and culture of the area on a 0.6 miles long self-guided interpretive trail.