Camano Island State Park
Notice: Burn Ban - Level 1 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 6:30 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(360) 387-3031
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Fire restriction Burn Ban - Level 1Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert Boating and MoorageStarting Monday, October 19 the docks at Lowell Point boat launch will be pulled and the launch will be winterized until Spring 2026. The boat launch… (more)
Starting Monday, October 19 the docks at Lowell Point boat launch will be pulled and the launch will be winterized until Spring 2026. The boat launch will still be open for use, however, the docks will be removed.
Posted by the park 2026-09-30. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 273 acres, Camano Island State Park lies in Island County, about 11 miles southwest of Stanwood.
The park supports snorkeling and diving, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and biking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach and a boat ramp. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and showers. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 6:30 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
6:30 a.m. - Dusk year round
Winter Schedule: Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Discover pass: Annual Pass | $45 · year |
| One-day Pass | $10 |
| Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee | $10 |
| Watercraft Launch Fee | $7 · boat |
| Trailer Dump Fee | $5 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night • Watercraft Launch Fee: $7 for the day • Trailer Dump Fee: $5 per use • Entrance fees: Varies
Washington park passes
- Discover Pass (annual) — $45. Day-use vehicle access to state parks (and DNR/WDFW lands) Details
- Discover Pass (one-day) — $10. Day-use vehicle access for one day Details
From the Washington state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Camping
- Not required
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
One primitive campsite is available first-come, first-served as part of the Cascadia Marine Trail, and you may camp here only if you arrive on human-or wind-powered watercraft.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs Allowed on Leash • Dogs Allowed on Leash
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Camping
There are 77 standard, reservable campsites. Restrooms and showers are located nearby. Two hiker/biker sites are available first-come, first-served if you arrive on foot or bicycle. One primitive campsite is available first-come, first-served as part of the Cascadia Marine Trail, and you may camp here only if you arrive on human-or wind-powered watercraft. Lower loop campsites are open year-round and the upper loop campsites are open from May through September. Several campsites in the upper camping loop are pull-throughs and better suited for RVs.
One group camp is available and can accommodate up to 100 people and 28 vehicles. The group camp has its own restrooms and showers.
For a cozier stay, reserve one of five forest cabins. Each cabin can sleep up to five people and has peek-a-boo views of the water.
Please note: we recently removed invasive blackberry and added native plantings in campsites 61-63. Please be aware that these campsites will have minimal vegetation and reduced privacy while we wait for the native plants to mature. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Camping amenities listed: Accessible Campsites, Showers, Trash Service, Trailer Dump
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Cabins and lodging
- Camano Island Cabinshttps://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/camano-island-state-park/camano-island-cabins
Rentals: Camano Island Cabins
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingGeocachingHikingCanoeing and kayakingSnorkeling and scubaSwimmingPicnicking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trails | — | — | Hike or bike four miles of trails that loop through the forest, or head down a one-mile trail that leads to Cama Beach Historical State Park. Please note the Canyon Trail is closed indefinitely due to a slide on a section of the trail. In addition, the north staircase leading down to the beach in the North Beach Day Use Area is temporarily closed. The beach is still accessible via the south trail.Accessible |
Trail descriptions from the park
Trails
Hike or bike four miles of trails that loop through the forest, or head down a one-mile trail that leads to Cama Beach Historical State Park.
Please note the Canyon Trail is closed indefinitely due to a slide on a section of the trail.
In addition, the north staircase leading down to the beach in the North Beach Day Use Area is temporarily closed. The beach is still accessible via the south trail.
Boating and paddling
Boating
There is one boat launch at this park. Make sure you have an annual Natural Investment Permit or combination of a Discover Pass and daily launch permit. In Fall, the docks at the Lowell Point boat launch are pulled and the launch is winterized until Spring. The boat launch is still open for use at this time.
The boat launch is located at Latitude: 48º 7' 39.37" N (48.1276) Longitude: 122º 29' 57.12" W (-122.4992).
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
- Amphitheater
Water
- Swimming beach
- Boat ramp
Camping
- Tent camping
Lodging
- Cabins
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible campsites
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible campsites
- Accessible restrooms
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Campsites, Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Parking
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Horses not Allowed
Only light campfires in designated fire pits. Beach fires are not allowed.
Clamming is closed indefinitely while we focus on conservation efforts.
Getting there
- Address
- 2269 S Lowell Point Road
Camano Island, WA 98282 - Nearest town
- Stanwood — about 11 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 48.1264, -122.4932
- Phone
- (360) 387-3031
- camano.island@parks.wa.gov
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Washington State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Washington State Parks Find Parks directory (paged Drupal view), joined to WSPRC ParkBoundaries ArcGIS layer for coordinates/category
- Wikidata
- USGS PAD-US 4.1 (boundary and acreage)
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology