Nisqually 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(253) 559-2354
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 3
Fire restriction Burn BanNo fires permitted at any time.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Construction Park is Completely ClosedNisqually State Park is closed until further notice while ongoing construction occurs. For your safety, and the safety of our construction workers,… (more)
Nisqually State Park is closed until further notice while ongoing construction occurs. For your safety, and the safety of our construction workers, please do not visit the park during this closure. For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Nisqually@parks.wa.gov.
Posted by the park 2025-10-01. 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 2026-08-02. Official alert
Overview
Covering about 1,286 acres, Nisqually State Park lies in Pierce County, about 3 miles west of Eatonville.
Popular activities here are horseback riding, biking, wildlife watching, fishing, and hiking. 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 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 |
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 Dogs are required to be under physical control on an 8 ft.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingFishingHikingHorseback riding
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trails | — | — | Take a nature walk, horseback ride, or trek down ten miles of shaded trails on the foothills of Mount Rainier. The trill of songbirds keeps you company while you stay protected from the sun under a canopy of firs. Cool your feet and take a lunch break on the rocky shores of the Nisqually River. |
Trail descriptions from the park
Trails Take a nature walk, horseback ride, or trek down ten miles of shaded trails on the foothills of Mount Rainier. The trill of songbirds keeps you company while you stay protected from the sun under a canopy of firs. Cool your feet and take a lunch break on the rocky shores of the Nisqually River.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Parking
Water
- Swimming beach
Recreation
- Horse trails
✓ 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 facilities listed: 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 Allowed Visitors will soon be able to explore more of this park. For now, some areas may be temporarily inaccessible or off limits while we develop the park for expanded recreation and use. Dogs are required to be under physical control on an 8 ft. or shorter leash at all times while on park property. Please park in designated parking spots. A Discover Pass is required for vehicle access in all Washington State Parks. Off-Road vehicles are not permitted on park property.
Getting there
- Address
- 43371 Mashel Prairie Road
Eatonville, WA 98328 - Nearest town
- Eatonville — about 3 mi west (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 46.8632, -122.3293
- Phone
- (253) 559-2354
- nisqually@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