🏆 Official Guide: Nolte State Park — A 117-acre day-use park near Enumclaw, Washington, centered around the tranquil 39-acre Deep Lake — featuring sandy swimming beaches, a 1.4-mile lake loop trail through old-growth forest, fishing piers stocked with rainbow trout, non-motorized boating, playgrounds, and picnic shelters.
Nolte State Park is a peaceful, family-friendly retreat nestled in the foothills east of the Puget Sound lowlands. The 39-acre Deep Lake is surrounded by lush forest — including old-growth elements — creating a serene setting for swimming, fishing, paddling, and easy lakeside hiking just 45 minutes from Tacoma.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Enumclaw, Pierce County, WA |
| Size | 117 acres — 39-acre Deep Lake |
| Type | Day-use only — no camping |
| Hours | Year-round, 8 AM to dusk |
| Pass | Discover Pass required ($10/day or $45/annual) |
| Boating | Non-motorized only — carry-in launch |
Activities
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Swimming | Sandy beach areas along Deep Lake shoreline |
| Fishing | Wooden piers — rainbow trout stocked, WA license required (16+) |
| Kayaking/Canoeing | Non-motorized only — carry-in boat launch |
| Hiking | 1.4-mile lake loop — easy, flat, scenic |
| Nature Trail | Self-guided interpretive trail — local flora/fauna |
| Picnicking | Tables, grills, kitchen shelters (reservable) |
| Playground | On-site playground for children |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you camp at Nolte State Park?
No — Nolte is strictly a day-use park. For nearby camping, consider Kanaskat-Palmer State Park (15 minutes) or Federation Forest State Park, both along the Green River Gorge corridor.
Are motorized boats allowed?
No — Deep Lake is restricted to non-motorized watercraft only. Kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and small inflatables are welcome via the carry-in boat launch.
Keep exploring: The closest neighbors are Green River Gorge Resort (a short drive away) and Kanaskat-Palmer State Park (a short drive away).
Camping reservations: Book campsites and cabins for Washington state parks online at washington.goingtocamp.com.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Nolte State Park
- Pets allowed? statewide rule
- Pets are allowed in most Washington state parks but must be under physical control on a leash at all times.
- Leash rule statewide rule
- 8 ft maximum leash required; pets must be under physical control
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- Pets are not permitted on designated swim beaches
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Pets are not allowed inside vacation houses but are permitted in designated pet-friendly cabins and yurts (e.g. Cape Disappointment, Grayland Beach, Seaquest, Ike Kinswa), typically up to two pets, with a pet fee
- Pet fees statewide rule
- No day-use pet fee; $15 per night pet fee in pet-friendly cabins/yurts
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Director-designated off-leash areas are exempt from the leash rule and are conspicuously posted
Are dogs allowed at Nolte State Park?
Pets are allowed in most Washington state parks but must be under physical control on a leash at all times. Individual parks can post stricter rules — check signage on arrival.
Rules verified July 2026 via parks.wa.gov. More: Washington state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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