Lake Cushman State Park
🌤 Weather at Lake Cushman State Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37–65 °F | 50–76 °F | 39–69 °F | 35–48 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Cushman Powerhouse #2, 9 mi away, elevation 21 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Lake Cushman State Park is a park in Washington near Hoodsport managed by the Skokomish Tribe (as Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman). Spanning 500 acres and established in 1926, this park offers a peaceful retreat into nature for visitors of all ages.
Quick Facts
| State | Washington |
| Nearest City | Hoodsport |
| Park Size | 500 acres |
| Established | 1926 |
Location & Getting There
Lake Cushman State Park is located near Hoodsport, Washington. The park’s coordinates are 47.4800, -123.2500.
Things to Do
Skokomish Park covers more than 500 acres with 41,500 feet of shoreline on Lake Cushman and three paved boat-launch ramps in a protected cove. The campground has over 60 sites, including 31 standard campsites and 30 RV sites with power, water and sewer, plus walk-in and group areas. The day-use area has picnic sites, a shelter and a gravel beach with a swim area, and you can rent single and tandem kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and canoes. Trailheads for Big Creek, Mount Rose and Mount Ellinor in the nearby Olympic National Forest and National Park are close by. Source: Skokomish Tribe, as of October 2026.
Best Time to Visit
The operator announced in March 2026 that the park is open for the 2026 season. Kayak, paddleboard and canoe rentals run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Memorial Day through Labor Day. The operator lists no opening or closing dates for the campground, so check with the park before an off-season trip (as of October 2026).
Visitor Tips
Lake Cushman State Park is now Skokomish Park at Lake Cushman, so the Discover Pass and the Washington State Parks reservation system do not apply. Day use costs $20 per vehicle ($25 on weekends and holidays). Campsites start at $49 a night for primitive and $56 for standard sites and are booked through the park’s own website. Cell service can be unreliable in the mountains.
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Wildlife & Nature
Lake Cushman State Park — 602 acres on the shore of Lake Cushman in Mason County — sits at the eastern edge of the Olympic Mountains. The 4,000-acre reservoir — created by Cushman Dam on the North Fork Skokomish River — is surrounded by old-growth forest and mountain peaks. The lake’s crystal-clear waters provide excellent fishing for kokanee salmon, rainbow trout, and cutthroat trout. Roosevelt elk browse in the surrounding meadows. Black bears are common (food storage required). Bald eagles and osprey fish from heights. The lake’s turquoise-colored water — from glacial flour and mineral content — is striking on sunny days.
Nearby Attractions
Staircase entrance to Olympic National Park — 15 miles west — offers rainforest hiking and the Skokomish River. Hoodsport — 10 miles east — has winery tasting rooms and Hood Canal shellfish. Potlatch State Park — 15 miles south. Hood Canal diving and kayaking are nearby. Lake Cushman Resort offers boat rentals.
Nearby parks: If you have extra time, Lilliwaup State Park is a short drive away, and Potlatch State Park is a short drive away.
Park Location
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