State Park

Kitsap Memorial State Park

Kitsap County, WashingtonAbout 63 acresEstablished 1949

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
YesAlso cabins
Official site
parks.wa.gov(360) 779-3205

Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current

Current alerts 2

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

Overview

In Kitsap County, about 5 miles north of Poulsbo, Kitsap Memorial State Park covers about 63 acres.

The park supports snorkeling and diving, surfing, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming beach. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and showers. Roofed lodging includes cabins.

Hours

Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.

FacilityDaysHoursSeason
ParkDaily8 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

ItemAmount
Discover pass: Annual Pass$45 · year
One-day Pass$10
Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee$10
Moorage - Buoys$23
Official wording

Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night • Moorage - Buoys: $23 for buoy

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

Check availability and book

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

Kitsap Memorial has year-round camping with 19 standard sites, three partial-hookup sites, eight full-hookup sites, three hiker/biker sites, four cabins, one restroom with showers and one ADA accessible restroom. All campsites can accommodate tents, RV or trailer depending on length. The park's group campsite can be reserved from April 1 - October 31.

Group camp

The group camp can accommodate up to 56 people. The area is self-contained with 2 Adirondacks; each with 8 wood beds (no mattresses). It has a vault toilet, eight picnic tables, two barbecue braziers, a fire pit and one water spigot. There is no electricity in the group camp area.

Camping amenities listed: Showers, Trash Service

From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.

Cabins and lodging

  • Kitsap Memorial Cabins
    https://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/kitsap-memorial-state-park/kitsap-memorial-cabins
  • Log Hall Heritage Area Wedding Day-Use Site
    https://parks.wa.gov/find-park/state-parks/kitsap-memorial-state-park/log-hall-heritage-area-wedding-day-use-site

Cabins

There are four cabins available for reservation year-round. One cabin is pet friendly and requires an additional pet fee. The four cabins at Kitsap Memorial have the added convenience of mini refrigerators and microwaves. Each cabin has a fire pit, picnic table, electricity, heat, air conditioning and sleeps five.

Rentals: Kitsap Memorial Cabins, Log Hall Heritage Area Wedding Day-Use Site

Things to do

BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingGeocachingHikingCanoeing and kayakingSnorkeling and scubaSwimmingSurfingPicnickingHorseback riding

Boating and paddling

Boating

The closest boat launch is at Salisbury County Park, four miles north on State Route 3. The park has one moorage buoy. Moorage fees are charged year-round for mooring at buoy from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Fishing

Fishing and shellfishing

A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting. Regulation and seasonal information for fishing and shellfish can be found on the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website. Shellfish harvesting is not allowed at this park.

A state fishing license is usually required.

Amenities

Facilities

  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Drinking water
  • Picnic areas
  • Playground
  • Parking
  • Amphitheater

Water

  • Swimming beach

Camping

  • Tent camping

Lodging

  • Cabins

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, ADA Buildings, 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
202 NW Park St
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Nearest town
Poulsbo — about 5 mi north (straight line)
Coordinates
47.8178, -122.6494
Phone
(360) 779-3205
Email
Kitsap.Memorial@parks.wa.gov

Google Maps directionsApple MapsOfficial park map (PDF)

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Sources and freshness

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