Dash Point State Park
Washington

Dash Point State Park

Available Activities
  • Hiking
  • Camping
  • Swimming
  • Bird Watching
  • Geocaching
  • Cycling
  • Paddling
  • Winter Sports
  • Metal Detecting
Verified by America’s State Parks Editorial Team – Updated February 2026

Dash Point State Park offers 3,300 feet of Puget Sound shoreline, 111 campsites, 7 cabins, and 11 miles of forested trails—all minutes from Tacoma!

Camping

AccommodationCount
🏕️ Standard Sites111
Utility Sites27 (RV up to 40ft)
🏠 Cabins7 (queen futon + bunks)
👥 Group CampUp to 96 guests

Puget Sound Beach

FeatureDetails
🏖️ Shoreline3,300 ft sandy beach
🦀 Low TideCrabs, starfish, sand dollars
🛶 BoatsHand-launch kayaks/canoes

Trails

11 miles hiking + 8 miles mountain biking through second-growth forest!

FAQ

How early should I reserve?

Reservations open 9 months in advance. Summer weekends book fast!

🌊 Tacoma’s Coastal Escape

Reserve at WA State Parks.

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Last updated: February 20, 2026

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