Saltwater State Park
Washington

Saltwater State Park

Available Activities
  • Hiking
  • Swimming
  • Fishing
  • Bird Watching
  • Paddling
  • Metal Detecting
✓Verified by America’s State Parks Editorial Team – Updated February 2026

Seattle Metro’s Only Saltwater Beach

Saltwater is the only state park in the Seattle metro area with saltwater beach access—scuba diving, tide pools, and picnicking on Puget Sound!

Scuba Diving

Popular dive site with an artificial reef. Easy shore access for certified divers.

Camping

TypeSitesDetails
Standard47Wooded, no hookups

Reserve: parks.wa.gov or (888) 226-7688.

Can I scuba dive here?

Yes! Saltwater is a popular scuba destination with an artificial reef. Shore entry.

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Last updated: February 20, 2026

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