Manchester 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) 871-4065
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
Manchester State Park is a 123-acre park in Kitsap County, about 5 miles northeast of Port Orchard.
Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. Camping is available: campsites, including 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 |
| Trailer Dump Fee | $5 |
| Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee | $10 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • 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
- Camping
- Not required
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
There are three campsites designated for human-powered bicyclists, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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
The park has standard and partial hookup sites. All sites can be used for tents or RV's depending on site size. Each campground loop has a full restroom with showers. There are three campsites designated for human-powered bicyclists, available on a first-come, first-served basis. There are also two Cascadia Marine Trail sites near the beach for those arriving by wind/human powered watercraft.
Group camp
A group camp is available, which includes 12 RV hookup sites. The large grass area can be used for pitching tents. There is a private restroom with showers, a covered shelter and fire pit. Reservations are available Apr. 1 – Oct. 31.
Camping amenities listed: Accessible Campsites, Double 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
- Manchester Torpedo Warehousehttps://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/manchester-state-park/manchester-torpedo-warehouse
Rentals: Manchester Torpedo Warehouse
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingGeocachingHikingCanoeing and kayakingSnorkeling and scubaSwimmingPicnickingHorseback riding
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Restaurant or food service
- 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
Metal detecting
Metal detecting is allowed but not on the beach. Visit the Metal Detecting webpage for more information.
Getting there
- Address
- 7767 E Hilldale Rd
Port Orchard, WA 98366 - Nearest town
- Port Orchard — about 5 mi northeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 47.5770, -122.5550
- Phone
- (360) 871-4065
- Manchester@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