Illahee State Park
Notice: Burn Ban Level 2 — 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
- Yes
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(360) 478-6460
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 3
Fire restriction Burn Ban Level 2Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
Posted by the park 2026-08-02. Official alert
Weather GeneralPark Winterization The water to the campground is shut off from early November through March. Exact dates are dependent on the weather.
Posted by the park 2026-10-22. Official alert
Alert GeneralMaintenance is happening on the Beach Trail and will be closed until further notice.
Posted by the park 2026-04-13. Official alert
Overview
In Kitsap County, about 4 miles north of Port Orchard, Illahee State Park covers about 82 acres.
Things to do include snorkeling and diving, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach. For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites and showers).
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 |
| Moorage - Docks and buoys | $23 |
| Moorage - Docks and buoys | $1 |
| Trailer Dump Fee | $5 |
| Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee | $10 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Moorage - Docks and buoys: $23 for buoy, $1 per vessel foot for dock • Trailer Dump Fee: $5 per use • Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night
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.
Camping
Camping
Illahee has year-round camping. All sites are reservable, first-come, first-serve is available if a site is not reserved. The campground has 23 standard sites, one full-hookup site, a dump station and restroom with showers. The campsites can accommodate tents, campers and RV's depending on size. The maximum campsite length at this park is 40 feet with limited availability.
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.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingGeocachingHikingCanoeing and kayakingSnorkeling and scubaSwimmingPicnickingHorseback riding
Boating and paddling
Boating
The park offers a pier, a 356-fooot moorage dock and moorage buoys.
Moorage fees are charged year-round for mooring at docks, floats, and buoys from 1 p.m. - 8 a.m. All moorage is first-come, first-served. Moorage stays are limited to three consecutive nights . Boats larger than 45 feet are not permitted to moor at buoys and are required to use docks. There is a one boat and no rafting restriction on all buoys. Daily and annual moorage permits are available for purchase at the park.
The boat ramp is not recommended for trailer use.
Fishing
Fishing and shellfishing
During crabbing and oyster season, the beach is a great spot for harvesting. Fishing and crabbing can be done from the pier.
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 Website.
A state fishing license is usually required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Playground
- Parking
Water
- Swimming beach
Camping
- Tent camping
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
Getting there
- Address
- 3540 NE Sylvan Way
Bremerton, WA 98310 - Nearest town
- Port Orchard — about 4 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 47.5981, -122.5978
- Phone
- (360) 478-6460
- Illahee@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