Schafer State Park
Also known as Schaefer State Park
Notice: Burn Ban - Level 1 — 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) 482-3852
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 1
Fire restriction Burn Ban - Level 1Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
In Mason County, about 18 miles northeast of Aberdeen, Schafer State Park covers about 122 acres.
Popular activities here are horseback riding, canoeing and kayaking, boating, swimming, and biking. On the water side, there is a swimming beach. For overnight stays there are campsites (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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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, 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
- Schafer Cabinshttps://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/schafer-state-park/schafer-cabins
Rentals: Schafer Cabins
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingBoatingCampingFishingHikingCanoeing and kayakingSwimmingPicnickingHorseback riding
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trails | — | — | The park has two miles of hiking trails. |
Trail descriptions from the park
Trails
The park has two miles of hiking trails.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Drinking water
- Picnic areas
- Picnic shelters
- Restaurant or food service
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- EV charging
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
A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.
Getting there
- Address
- 1365 W Schafer Park Road
Elma, WA 98541 - Nearest town
- Aberdeen — about 18 mi northeast (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 47.0978, -123.4659
- Phone
- (360) 482-3852
- Schafer@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