About Camano Island State Park
Camano Island State Park is a Puget Sound waterfront campground in Washington, a 90-minute drive north of Seattle. This forested 134-acre state park offers campsites steps from 6,700 feet of rocky shoreline and beach.
Camano Island State Park maintains 88 standard campsites for tents, RVs, and trailers up to 40 feet. Each site includes a picnic table and a fire ring. Two restroom buildings provide four total showers for campers.
The park's 6,700 feet of Puget Sound shoreline exposes tide pools at low tide. Olympic Mountain views stretch across the water from the beach. Forested trails connect to the 17-mile Camano Island Forest Trail system.
Harbor seals and bald eagles frequent the shoreline and forest canopy. Douglas fir, cedar, and alder trees shade the 134-acre park. The park operates year-round with reservations through the Washington State Parks system.
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What Amenities Does Camano Island State Park Offer?
Two ADA-accessible restroom buildings with four showers total. Three picnic shelters available for reservation. Two kitchen shelters with electricity. Two dump stations for RVs. Potable water spigots located throughout campground loops. No RV hookups, laundry, or camp store on site.
What Are the Rates at Camano Island State Park?
Standard campsite rate is $20 per night for Washington residents, $30 per night for non-residents. Additional vehicle fee is $10 per night. Washington State Parks Discover Pass required for day use parking, not included in camping fee.
What Are the Check-In Rules at Camano Island State Park?
Check-in time is 2:30 PM, check-out by 1:00 PM. Quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. Maximum stay is 10 consecutive nights. Reservations required via Washington State Parks reservation system up to 9 months in advance. Cancellation policy requires 2 days notice for refund minus $10 fee.
Where Is Camano Island State Park Located?
What Attractions Are Near Camano Island State Park?
Iverson Spit Preserve (3.2 miles). Cama Beach State Park (5.7 miles). Barnum Point County Park (4.1 miles). Elger Bay Preserve (7.3 miles). Stanwood, Washington (12 miles) for groceries, gas, and restaurants.
What Activities Are Available at Camano Island State Park?
6,700 feet of Puget Sound beachfront for tidepool exploration, beachcombing, and fishing (license required). 1.5 miles of hiking trails. Three picnic shelters. Two kitchen shelters. Birdwatching and wildlife viewing. No swimming pool, playground, or sports courts.
What Is the Atmosphere Like at Camano Island State Park?
Family-oriented atmosphere with mixture of tent campers and small to mid-size RVs. Most campers stay 2-4 nights. Quiet forest setting with minimal light pollution. Not a gated community; operated as public state park.
Are Pets Allowed at Camano Island State Park?
Pets allowed on leash no longer than 8 feet. Maximum 2 pets per site. Pets prohibited on swimming beaches and in park buildings. Pet waste must be collected and disposed of in trash receptacles.
