Map of Camano Island State Park

Description:
This map shows trails, hiking, boat launch, canoe access, picnic areas, group camp, ranger stations, fishing, restrooms, camping areas, and cabins in Camano Island State Park.

About Camano Island State Park

Camano Island State Park is a 244-acre public recreation area located on the southwestern shore of Camano Island in Island County, Washington, United States. The park features 6,700 feet of saltwater shoreline along Saratoga Passage in Puget Sound and offers views of the Olympic Mountains and the Cascade Range. Established in 1949, it is managed by the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.

Geography and Location

The park is situated approximately 50 miles north of Seattle and is accessible via State Route 532. It occupies forested terrain with dense stands of Douglas fir, western red cedar, and hemlock trees. The elevation ranges from sea level at the beach to approximately 150 feet in the upland areas.

The shoreline consists of sandy and rocky beaches that are exposed during low tide, providing opportunities for intertidal exploration. Saratoga Passage, which the park overlooks, is a narrow waterway separating Camano Island from Whidbey Island to the west.

Facilities and Activities

Camano Island State Park contains 88 standard campsites, five primitive campsites, and one group camp that accommodates up to 100 people. The park includes amenities such as restrooms with hot showers, picnic areas, kitchen shelters, and a playground. A boat launch provides access to Saratoga Passage for kayaking, boating, and fishing activities.

Hiking trails extend throughout the park, with approximately 5.4 miles of dirt paths and old logging roads connecting various areas. Popular activities include beachcombing, shellfish harvesting (when permitted), birdwatching, and scuba diving. The park remains open year-round, though some facilities may have seasonal closures.

Wildlife and Ecology

The park supports diverse wildlife including bald eagles, great blue herons, harbor seals, and occasionally orcas in the adjacent waters. The intertidal zone hosts various marine species such as sea stars, anemones, crabs, and small fish. The forested areas provide habitat for deer, squirrels, and numerous songbird species.