State Park
~1 hr 15 min from Seattle
Penrose Point State Park
Key Peninsula marine park with 82 standard campsites, a 35-foot equipment limit, forest trails, and Puget Sound shoreline; no hookups.
Key Peninsula marine park with 82 standard campsites, a 35-foot equipment limit, forest trails, and Puget Sound shoreline; no hookups.
Penrose Point State Park occupies a forested point between Mayo Cove and Carr Inlet on the Key Peninsula. The campground has 82 standard campsites without hookups, plus separate hiker/biker and Cascadia Marine Trail sites. Washington State Parks lists a 35-foot equipment limit, showers, drinking water, and a trailer dump. Showers operate May 15 through October 1. Shellfish harvesting is closed for 2026, and the park's marine pumpout is no longer in service; check current advisories before planning water activities.
Penrose Point lies between Mayo Cove and Carr Inlet on southern Puget Sound. Forest trails reach beaches and tidal shoreline used for paddling, wildlife viewing, and beach exploration. Shellfish harvesting is closed for 2026; consult the park alert and Washington health advisories before harvesting.
Practical guidance assembled from current operator maps, park pages, and clearly identified community observations.
Driftwood Loop sites closest to the beach fill first and offer the best tidal flat access — excellent for shellfish harvesting at low tide. Maple Loop sites are shadier, more private, and better for hot summer days. Sites 14–30 are the most level for RVs. The long waterfront walkway makes this a great evening stroll park. The shallow bay in front of camp drains significantly at low tide — worth checking tide charts.
| 📍 Nearest Town | Lakebay, WA |
| ⛽ Gas Station | 5 mi |
| 🛒 Grocery Store | 8 mi |
| 🏪 Costco | 30 mi |
| ☕ Starbucks | 15 mi |
| 🏕️ Nearest State Park | 5 mi |
Stock up in Lakebay, WA before heading out — services get limited near the campground.
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Reservable for May 15–September 15 arrivals; unreserved sites are first-come. Check the current winter schedule outside the main season. Confirm current rules, site dimensions, and conditions with the operator. Booking and availability are handled externally.