Millersylvania State Park
Notice: Burn Ban Level 2 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- YesAlso cabins
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(360) 753-1519
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
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
Overview
Millersylvania State Park is a 903-acre park in Thurston County, about 6 miles south of Tumwater.
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and biking. Water access includes a swimming beach. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites and showers. There are also cabins for rent.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other — Summer | Daily | 6:30 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Other — Winter | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
Summer: 6:30 a.m. - Dusk
Winter: 8:00 a.m. - Dusk
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 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Trailer Dump Fee: $5 per use
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 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
- Millersylvania Lakeside Cottagehttps://parks.wa.gov/find-park/state-parks/millersylvania-state-park/millersylvania-lakeside-cottage
Retreat Center
Millersylvania Retreat Center is nestled amongst the trees on the shores of Deep Lake at Millersylvania State Park. This facility offers swimming, fishing and canoeing. Offering miles of hiking trails, a fitness trail and wildlife viewing, this facility has something for everyone.
Rentals: Millersylvania Lakeside Cottage
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingHikingCanoeing and kayakingSwimmingPicnickingHorseback riding
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Park or camp store
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
- Amphitheater
Water
- Swimming beach
Camping
- Tent camping
Lodging
- Cabins
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
Firewood gathering is prohibited. Downed trees and branches provide necessary ground cover for nature. Local Boy Scouts of America troops sell firewood Memorial Day through Labor Day at the woodshed near campsite 132. Firewood can also be purchased from Camp Host or at the Ranger Station/Gift Shop.
Deep Lake is 5 MPH, with no wake allowed. Boat launch is hand-carry only.
Due to the disrepair of the boardwalk, the trail near campsite 31 is closed indefinitely.
Getting there
- Address
- 12245 Tilley Road S
Olympia, WA 98512 - Nearest town
- Tumwater — about 6 mi south (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 46.9107, -122.9087
- Phone
- (360) 753-1519
- millersylvania@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
“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