Schafer Cabins
The Parks headquarters Information Center is moving from its current location in Tumwater to the Department of Ecology building at 300 Desmond Drive SE in Lacey. Our customer service team is located at the front desk, just inside the main entrance.
Burn Ban - Level 1
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Schafer State Park
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.
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Activities
Biking
Bird Watching
Boating
Camping
Fishing
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
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Kayaking
Metal Detecting
Swimming
Amenities
Accessible Campsites
Accessible Restrooms
Drinking Water
Fire Pit
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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
Park features
Freshwater
River
Rocky Beach
Seasonal Wildflowers
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
- Horses not Allowed
Map & visitor guide
47.0978241, -123.4658585
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.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Picnic and day use facilities
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.
Trails
The park has two miles of hiking trails.
Water activities and features
Fishing (with permit) and swimming are available in designated areas.
Interpretive opportunities
A series of outdoor exhibits detail the park's natural and cultural history.
Park History
Rentals
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