Griffiths-Priday State Park
Notice: Burn Ban - Level 1 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(360) 289-3553
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
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
Overview
In Grays Harbor County, about 10 miles north of Ocean Shores, Griffiths-Priday State Park covers about 496 acres.
Popular activities here are wildlife watching, fishing, hiking, and picnicking. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach.
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 | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
8:00 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 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 •
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
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
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.
Things to do
Wildlife viewing and birdingFishingHikingPicnicking
Fishing
Fishing and shellfish harvesting
This small park offers saltwater and freshwater fishing and clamming during open season. 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.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
Water
- Swimming beach
✓ 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.
Rules and permits
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires not Allowed
- Horses not Allowed
Seashore Conservation Area rules and safety
Griffiths-Priday is one of 10 parks located within the Seashore Conservation Area. Learn more about the rules and safety precautions you will need to observe when visiting this visiting these coastal parks at our Seashore Conservation Area page.
Beach hazards
Washington's coastal parks are dynamic and beautiful. They are also potentially dangerous! Learn about beach hazards and how to stay safe when you go to play or camp at coastal parks.
Wind advisory
The Washington coast sometimes has strong winds that whip up water and sand. Visitors are advised to take precautions in these conditions, especially when using fire or personal watercraft.
Beach access
Vehicle access to the beach is closed due to road erosion.
Getting there
- Address
- 30 Benner Road
Copalis Beach, WA 98535 - Nearest town
- Ocean Shores — about 10 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 47.1147, -124.1780
- Phone
- (360) 289-3553
- Ocean.City@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