Penrose Point 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(253) 884-2514
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 2026-09-18. Official alert
Alert NotificationPenrose Point State Park will be closed to shellfishing for the 2026 season.
Posted by the park 2026-01-26. Official alert
Overview
In Pierce County, about 9 miles southwest of Gig Harbor, Penrose Point State Park covers about 236 acres.
Visitors come for snorkeling and diving, horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, and swimming. The official site lists about 2 miles of trails. 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 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 |
| Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee | $10 |
| Moorage - Docks and buoys | $23 |
| Moorage - Docks and buoys | $1 |
| Trailer Dump Fee | $5 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 • Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night • Moorage - Docks and buoys: $23 for buoy, $1 per vessel foot for dock • 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
There are 81 standard campsites, one hiker/biker site and one Cascadia Marine Trail campsite. Sites 13 and 14, 26 and 27, and 58 and 59 are double sites. Double sites are two sites that must be rented together. A dump station, restrooms and showers are located nearby. All sites are in shade or partial shade. Most campsites have vehicle parking with 35 feet of space. Be aware park roads in the campground are narrow and winding.
Showers are open and available May 15 to October 1.
Group Camp
The group camp has a capacity limit of 50 people in tents or RVs, and includes 17 picnic tables, one central fire ring with benches, water and a vault toilet.
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.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingHikingCanoeing and kayakingSnorkeling and scubaSwimmingPicnickingHorseback riding
Boating and paddling
Boat launch
The nearest public boat launch is located in the town of Home, three miles from the park. The nearest state park boat launch is located at Joemma Beach State Park, 4.8 miles from the park.
Moorage
There are 270 feet of moorage available and six moorage buoys. Moorage fees are charged year round for docks, floats and buoys from 1 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Moorage is located at Latitude: 47º 15' 53" N (47.2647) Longitude: 122º 44' 38.99" W (-122.7441).
Fishing
Fishing
A mile from the park is Bay Lake, a popular trout fishing spot. A boat launch is available there, but you will need a Discover Pass or Department of Fish and Wildlife Vehicle Access Pass to park.
A state fishing license is usually required.
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, 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
The shellfish season at Penrose Point State Park is closed for the 2026 season. For regulations, fishing season information or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
There is no designated swim area at this park.
Park closures
The Marine Pump Out is no longer in service.
Getting there
- Address
- 321 158th Avenue SW
Lakebay, WA 98349 - Nearest town
- Gig Harbor — about 9 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 47.2577, -122.7485
- Phone
- (253) 884-2514
- penrose.point@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