Larrabee State Park
Washington

Larrabee State Park

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

Larrabee State Park—Washington’s first state park—features 8,100 feet of Samish Bay shoreline, Clayton Beach tidepools, 18+ miles of trails, and stunning Chuckanut Drive views!

Camping

Site TypeCount
🏕️ Standard Tent51
Utility (RV to 60ft)26
Primitive8
👥 Group CampUp to 40 people

🚂 Note: Campground near active train track—bring earplugs!

Beach & Tidepools

FeatureDetails
🏖️ Shoreline8,100 ft on Samish Bay
🦀 Clayton BeachSandstone cliffs + tidepools
🥾 Trails18+ miles (Fragrance Lake!)

FAQ

Is this Washington’s first state park?

Yes! Larrabee was established in 1915 as Washington’s first state park, pioneering the state park system.

🌊 Washington’s Historic First

Reserve at WA State Parks.

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Last updated: February 20, 2026

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