The Department of Natural Resources has lifted its statewide burn ban, however recreation fires and other burning is still prohibited in many parts of the state. Please visit our Alerts page to know the current burn ban restrictions at the park you plan to visit.
Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
Pearl Island, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Posey Island is a one-acre marine park located north of Pearl Island, near Roche Harbor. This tiny island has two primitive group campsites and is a terrific overnight stop for kayakers.
Pack out what you pack in as there are no services here.
If you arrive on a motored vessel, you may visit the island for day use only.
Do not paddle around the northwest side of Spieden Island during tide shifts, as the waters are unpredictable and dangerous.
Keep harbor seals safe and do not approach rock formations where they are resting.
Beach Exploration
Bird Watching
Boating
Camping
Crabbing
Fishing
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Swimming
Winter Camping
Fire Pit
Restrooms
Picnic Tables
Island
Rocky Beach
Saltwater
Seasonal Wildflowers
Viewpoint
Wildlife Viewing
Pack out what you pack in as there are no services here.
If you arrive on a motored vessel, you may visit the island for day use only.
Do not paddle around the northwest side of Spieden Island during tide shifts, as the waters are unpredictable and dangerous.
Keep harbor seals safe and do not approach rock formations where they are resting.
No drinking water or services are available on Posey Island. Make sure you bring everything you need for an enjoyable visit and take it with you when you leave. There is one composting toilet.
All camping is reserved for users arriving by human or wind powered watercraft and are part of the Cascadia Marine Trail (PDF).
The two primitive campsites can be reserved May 15 - Sep. 30. Friday or Saturday nights are limited to one site and one night per reservation. Reservations are also limited to a total of any five Friday and /or Saturday one-night reservations per month.
Reservations for Sunday - Thursday nights May 15-September 30 are limited to one site and a maximum of two nights per reservation. Reservations are also limited to a total of six one- or two-night weekday reservations per month.
They are first-come, first-served the rest of the year and on nights when they have not been reserved.
Learn about seasonal closers and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Kayaking is one of the best ways to enjoy Posey Island. Paddle around Spieden Island and watch antelope and long-horned sheep grazing on the meadows. Keep an eye out for orca whales, seals and porpoises that are often spotted in these waters. Posey Island is a popular stop for commercial kayak tours and can get busy during the summer.
