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.
9596 Scenic Beach Rd NW, Seabeck, WA 98380
Picturesque Scenic Beach has stunning views of the toothy Olympic Mountain range. Enjoy groomed trails through the forest and admire native rhododendrons in season. Stroll along the beach and past the historic Emel House, a popular wedding destination.
Metal detecting requires registration and is allowed in designated park areas.
A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting. Regulation and seasonal information for fishing and shellfish harvesting cam be found on the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website.
Clamming and oyster harvesting is closed until further notice due to the decline of shellfish populations in this area.
Beach Exploration
Biking
Bird Watching
Fishing
Geocaching
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Kayaking
Metal Detecting
Paddleboarding
Scuba Diving
Swimming
Windsurfing
Winter Camping
Automated Pay Station
Drinking Water
Fire Pit
Firewood
Park Ranger Station
Restrooms
Showers
Trash Service
Kitchen Shelter
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Accessible Parking
Parking
Trailer Dump
Horseshoe Pits
Playgrounds
Hiking Trails
Field
Forest
Mountain View
Rocky Beach
Saltwater
Viewpoint
Wildlife Viewing
Metal detecting requires registration and is allowed in designated park areas.
A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting. Regulation and seasonal information for fishing and shellfish harvesting cam be found on the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website.
Clamming and oyster harvesting is closed until further notice due to the decline of shellfish populations in this area.
This park has 50 standard campsites available for reservation, two hiker/biker sites, one dump station, two restrooms and four showers. Sites 1-25 are available for reservations year-round. Sites 26-50 are closed for winter season from Nov. 1 – March 31.
Learn about seasonal closers and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
The park has a group camp area for tents only. It can accommodate up to 40 people and 10 vehicles. This primitive area has a covered picnic shelter, a vault toilet, fire pits and a water spigot.
The park offers one kitchen shelter with electricity: available for reservation, six sheltered, and 60 unsheltered picnic tables.
The Vintage Emel House, built in 1911, is a charming day use facility ideal for weddings, reunions, and company events. View more information about the Emel House visit and make a reservation online. Reservations can be made up to nine months in advance from the booking date.
Automated pay stations: This park is equipped with an automated pay station for visitors to purchase a one-day or annual Discover Pass. The automated pay station is in the day use parking area.
A watercraft launch is 0.5 miles east of the park at Misery Point. It is managed by the Washington Department Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) and a Discover Pass or WDFW vehicle access pass is required.
Emel House at Scenic Beach
