Burn Ban - Level 1
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Notification
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Shellfish season is CLOSED for the 2025 season.
Penrose Point State Park
321 158th Avenue SW, Lakebay, WA 98349
Penrose Point is a richly forested 237-acre marine park with nearly 2 miles of Puget Sound shoreline, 2-1/2 miles of trails, overnight moorage, picnic sites and a shady campground, make this park an excellent destination for both relaxation and adventure! Come for a day or stay for a weekend to immerse yourself in nature, and unwind
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Shellfish season is open March 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025. 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.
There is no designated swim area at this park.
Park closures
The Marine Pump Out is no longer in service.
Activities
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Beach Exploration
Biking
Bird Watching
Boating
Camping
First Day Hike Events
Fishing
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
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Kayaking
Metal Detecting
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Paddleboarding
Ranger Talk
Scuba Diving
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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
Recycling
Restrooms
Showers
Trash Service
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Buoys
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Dock
Moorage
Grill
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Accessible Parking
Parking
Trailer Dump
Horseshoe Pits
Interpretive Opportunities
Hiking Trails
Park features
Forest
Rocky Beach
Saltwater
Sandy Beach
Viewpoint
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Shellfish season is open March 1, 2025 - April 30, 2025. 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.
There is no designated swim area at this park.
Park closures
The Marine Pump Out is no longer in service.
Map & visitor guide
47.2577, -122.7485
Picnic and day use
A spacious day-use area at the beach features a large lawn, a small picnic shelter without electricity, picnic tables, braziers and a restroom. Another picnic area is located near the dock and has tables, braziers and a fire ring with benches. All picnic tables and shelters are first come, first served.
Camping
There are 82 standard campsites, one hiker/biker site and one Cascadia Marine Trail (PDF 1.1MB) campsite. A dump station, restrooms and showers are located nearby. All sites are in shade or partial shade. Most campsites have vehicle parking with 35 feet of space. Be aware park roads in the campground are narrow and winding.
Group Camp
The group camp has a capacity limit of 50 people in tents or RVs, and includes 17 picnic tables, a fire ring with benches, water and a vault toilet.
Showers are open and available May 15 to October 1.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Boating
Boat launch
The nearest public boat launch is located in the town of Home, three miles from the park. The nearest state park boat launch is located at Joemma Beach State Park, 4.8 miles from the park.
Moorage
There are 270 feet of moorage available and eight moorage buoys. Moorage fees are charged year round for docks, floats and buoys from 1 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Moorage is located at Latitude: 47º 15' 53" N (47.2647) Longitude: 122º 44' 38.99" W (-122.7441).
Pumpout
Penrose Point pumpout is no longer in service.
Fishing
A mile from the park is Bay Lake, a popular trout fishing spot. A boat launch is available there, but you will need a Discover Pass or Department of Fish and Wildlife Vehicle Access Pass to park.
Interpretive activities
Explore a 0.2 mile self-guided interpretive trail built by Eagle Scouts. A brochure is available at the trailhead.
On Saturdays during the summer, kids can take part in Junior Ranger Programs. Park staff can tell you more about available programs and dates.
Park History
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