Maybe it's needed on the other side where the beach is, we have one no big deal though. You do not need a Discover Pass if you are camping and have paid and made reservations, the guy at the front checks you in and you get an all access yellow pass to hang for the duration of your stay. A lot of bunnies and the crows are ruthless when you are still sleeping in the morning, they carried my unopened chocolate bar off! YES that happened. If you have little ones and want to go to the "beach" it is best you drive there and make a few hours of it and then come back to camp, as it is on the other side. You get 3 minutes per coin for the shower and that is really all one needs to feel clean, maybe 2 tokens if you have a lot of hair? The trails are well maintained and dog friendly, however bikes are not allowed on the trails and I was ok with that since I hike and trail run anyways. Our camping spot #122 was perfect and offered a decent amount of privacy minus some people that had to walk back and forth to restrooms which are extremely close to this camp site. It is a perfect weekend get away and during the week when not a lot of people are there it is very quiet and serene. Tacoma is located to the south.We went on Memorial weekend which meant it was completely packed, however it was not bad. The closest commercial center isĪlong SW 320 th Street in Federal Way where you’ll find grocery Hours, you can easily drive out of the park and find a place to grab a bite toĮat or grocery stores to load up on provisions. Whether you’re staying overnight or visiting for a few One of the perks of visiting Dash Point State Park is how There are cabins as well, which feature futons, bunk beds, tables and chairs,įirepits, and basic heat. The park has 114 standardĬampsites, 27 utility campsites, a dumping station, restrooms and showers. I-5 so it’s surrounded by lots of natural gorgeousness. It’s close to two of Washington state’s largest cities, it’s tucked back off of Into the middle of nowhere, Dash Point State Park is the perfect option. If you want to go camping, but don’t want to drive far out Bring along a picnic! There are lots of tables throughout the park. Both start in theįor a full trail map, click here. Stretch, or enjoy the short and sweet Raven Beach Trail. The extensive trail network if you want to hike for longer than a short Hop onto the Thames Creek Trail to access While there are a few short trails near the beach, most of the trails head into Of biking trails and 11 miles of hiking trails, so there’s plenty to explore. Is not located in a protected bay so make sure you’re aware of larger and fasterīoats around you or stay close to the shore. Point, you can bring along a kayak or canoe and launch right from shore. While there is not a boat launch for motorized boats at Dash Ride waves, but you won’t find a whole lot of waves here unless there’s a storm!) Dash Point State Park located between Seattle and Tacoma is amazing at low tide. Your board and slide on top of the water or sand (there are skimboarders who You’ll need to bring your own skimboard, but the gist isĮssentially surfing without waves. Sometimes starfish and tiny crabs, as well as lots of birds.Īlso at the beach, you can fish from the shore or give You’ll spot sand dollars, clam shells, seaweed, and Your group is wearing shoes that can handle getting wet as you’ll have to crossĪll kinds of wet areas, some will be an inch or more deep. Young kids, bring a shovel and bucket or other sand toys. The shoreline, you’re doing it wrong! Especially during low tide, the 3,301įeet of shoreline is a treat as the water retreats far out and exposes anĮxpansive landscape of sand filled with tidepools to check out. If you go to Dash Point State Park and don’t head down to (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || ).push() If you don’t already have one, you can purchase a day pass ($10) or annual pass ($30 and good at any Washington state park) at automated pay stations located in the park.
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