![Schafer Welcome sign with trees visible in the background and a fence surrounding the sign.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-03/Schafer_WelcomeSign.jpg?itok=ZdDeQR8e)
![Kitchen Shelter with large wood log columns, a stone fireplace, a wooden roof, and many picnic tables. There is a large grill and a path leading to the shelter.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-03/kitchenshelter4.jpg?itok=4lqPuliy)
![Bridge leading to restrooms. The bridge is wooden and a light brown with 5 horizontal boards along the side. The restroom building in the background has wooden shingles and appears to be made of stone. There are trees visible near the bridge with lush, green leaves. The undergrowth is also green.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-03/Schafer_BridgeToRestrooms.jpg?itok=lPdsRHJl)
![Five visitors and a dog walking down a dirt path surrounded by lush, green leaved trees. In the trees it looks like there may be a khaki colored tent set up.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-03/Schafer_Campers.jpg?itok=05C7VWDP)
![Campsite with a picnic, fire grate, and tent area surrounded by lush green leaved trees and green underbrush.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-03/Schafer_Campsite2.jpg?itok=Z7uanedl)
![Road near the day use area with a picnic shelter visible in background and a kiosk in the midground. The area is covered in large trees with lush green leaves.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-03/Schafer_Day%20Use%20Area.jpg?itok=1bpanvOA)
![Visitors, a parks employee, and a volunteer are interacting outside the park store. This small store with yellowish-brown wooden siding and a wood shingled roof. There is a green kiosk to the left of the park store. To the right is a recreational vehicle that appears to be camping.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-03/Schafer_ParkStore.jpg?itok=zNPUVyQ8)
![Two youths enjoying the river shoreline. There are rocks visible by the water, trees with green leaves visible on both sides, and in the distance what looks to be a bridge over the water.](/sites/default/files/styles/square_600/public/2023-03/Schafer_River2.jpg?itok=cw3GPc5-)
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.
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
There is currently construction in the East Campground. Construction is estimated to end on Feb. 28, 2025. This work includes the construction of two cabins in sites 1 and 29. Expect heavy equipment and disruptive noise on weekdays.
1365 W Schafer Park Road, Elma, WA 98541
Schafer State Park offers supreme fishing opportunities for steelhead, cutthroat trout and salmon as well as great camping in a cool and classic Western Washington forest.
Biking
Bird Watching
Boating
Camping
Fishing
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Kayaking
Metal Detecting
Swimming
Accessible Campsites
Accessible Restrooms
Drinking Water
Fire Pit
Firewood
Park Ranger Station
Restrooms
Showers
Trash Service
Wi-Fi
Grill
Kitchen Shelter
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Accessible Parking
Parking
Trailer Dump
Horseshoe Pits
Amphitheater
Interpretive Opportunities
Hiking Trails
Freshwater
River
Rocky Beach
Seasonal Wildflowers
Wildlife Viewing
In 2010, the park was designated a state and national historic site of statewide significance by its addition to the Washington Heritage Register and National Register of Historic Places. Enjoy this historic location for the day or overnight at a campsite. Bring an inner tube to float or swim the calm, shallow East Fork Satsop River.
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Multiple picnic areas with picnic tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis. An amphitheater and horseshoe pits are available for use. Reservable shelters are also available.
The park has two miles of hiking trails.
Fishing (with permit) and swimming are available in designated areas.
A series of outdoor exhibits detail the park's natural and cultural history.