Harstine Island State Park
2 notices: Burn Ban · Burn Ban No fires at any time — 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) 426-9226
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Fire restriction Burn BanNo fires permitted at any time.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Fire restriction Burn Ban No fires at any timeNo fires permitted at any time. Learn more about this Burn Ban alert
Posted by the park 2026-04-01. Official alert
Overview
In Mason County, about 11 miles east of Shelton, Harstine Island State Park covers about 403 acres.
Things to do include surfing, historic sites, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. On the water side, there is 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
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 birdingBoatingHikingFishingCanoeing and kayakingSwimmingHistoric sites and toursSurfingPicnicking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Explore a unique trail | — | — | McMicken Island Marine State Park can be reached by foot from Harstine Island State Park. A Tombolo connects the two islands at low tide and creates a temporary trail for visitors to enjoy. It's not recommended to start your hike during an incoming tide. Fun fact: a tombolo is a beach feature made of sand that connects two points. In this case, the tombolo connects Harstine Island with McMicken Island. |
Trail descriptions from the park
Explore a unique trail
McMicken Island Marine State Park can be reached by foot from Harstine Island State Park. A Tombolo connects the two islands at low tide and creates a temporary trail for visitors to enjoy. It's not recommended to start your hike during an incoming tide.
Fun fact: a tombolo is a beach feature made of sand that connects two points. In this case, the tombolo connects Harstine Island with McMicken Island.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
Water
- Swimming beach
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
✓ 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 restrooms
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Parking
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires not Allowed
- Horses not Allowed
Please help keep the park and surrounding islands beautiful by taking trash with you when you leave. Pack it in, pack it out!
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.
Getting there
- Address
- East Yates Road
Shelton, WA 98584 - Nearest town
- Shelton — about 11 mi east (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 47.2653, -122.8779
- Phone
- (360) 426-9226
- jarrell.cove@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
- 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