Burn Ban - Level 1

Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.

Park is Completely Closed

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Lake Sylvia State Park is currently closed due to heavy rain and related storm impacts. The current atmospheric river has elevated lake levels that are placing increased stress on the dam.

For public safety, we ask folks to also stay off the trail system leading to Lake Sylvia during this event. Recreation on the lake is closed until further notice. 

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General

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City of Montesano held a town hall meeting regarding Lake Sylvia Dam. View the Lake Sylvia Dam Town Hall Meeting held on Dec. 11.

General

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Effective immediately, the boat launch is closed to trailered watercraft. Hand-carried watercraft (such as kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards) may still be launched at this site. Please note: Kayak and paddle board rentals are no longer available through the park store.

glistening waters of the lake and shoreline reflection
Winding down forest lined road past the entrance sign
View across the lake with blue skies above and thick trees reflecting on lake
View from swim beach across the lake with sun rays shining through the thick trees
View across the lake with blue skies above and thick trees reflecting on lake

Lake Sylvia State Park

1812 N. Lake Sylvia Road, Montesano, WA 98563

Set beside a charming, placid lake, Lake Sylvia is a popular park with a classic Western Washington forest feel. Cast a line from the fishing bridge in summer or take in seasonal colors on a fall hike around the lake.

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
  • Horses not Allowed

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

Biking

Bird Watching

Camping

First Day Hike Events

Fishing

Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running

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Kayaking

Metal Detecting

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Paddleboarding

Swimming

Winter Camping

Amenities

Accessible Campsites

Automated Pay Station

Accessible Restrooms

Drinking Water

Fire Pit

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Firewood

Park Ranger Station

Restrooms

Showers

Trash Service

Grill

Kitchen Shelter

Picnic Shelters

Picnic Tables

Sink

Accessible Parking

Parking

Trailer Dump

Playgrounds

Bike Trails

Hiking Trails

Park features

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Creek

Forest

Freshwater

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Lake

Meadow

Seasonal Wildflowers

Wetland

Wildlife Viewing

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
  • Horses not Allowed

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

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Camping

The park has 31 standard campsites, 4 walk-in sites, 2 hiker/biker sites, 3 partial hookup sites, and one group camp. Additional amenities include a sewer dump station with fresh water, restrooms, and showers. Campsites are reservable from April 1 - Sept. 30.

Picnic and day use facilities

The park features two reservable day-use facilities. The Legacy Pavilion is a fully enclosed space that accommodates up to 60 guests, with optional retractable walls that open to a scenic lake view. The Beach Shelter, located in the day-use area, provides a charming setting ideal for smaller gatherings. Additional park amenities include a swim beach and an ADA-accessible playground.

Trails

There is one half mile of ADA hiking trails and five miles of hiking and biking trails at the park, including a loop around the park's namesake lake.

Winter Schedule

Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.