Is Blake Island State Park first-come first-served or reservation?

Blake Island State Park accepts online reservations. We recommend booking in advance, especially during peak season (typically summer weekends). Use campsite alerts to get notified when spots become available.

Can I see photos of campsites at Blake Island State Park before I book?

Yes! Blake Island State Park has 1 campsite photos on Outdoorithm, contributed by campers who've stayed there. Browse real photos of individual sites to see what to expect before you reserve. You can also add your own photos after your trip to help the next family plan theirs.

Are there showers at Blake Island State Park?

Yes, Blake Island State Park has shower facilities available for campers. Check the amenities section for details on hours and any fees.

Can I have a campfire at Blake Island State Park?

Fire policies at Blake Island State Park: Some Cascadia Marine Trail campsites include campfire rings and picnic shelters; follow park/ranger guidance for current fire rules and restrictions.. Always check current fire restrictions before your trip, as conditions change seasonally.

How many campsites does Blake Island State Park have?

Blake Island State Park has 77 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Blake Island State Park?

Pets are not allowed at Blake Island State Park. This policy helps protect local wildlife and other campers. Consider nearby pet-friendly campgrounds if traveling with animals.

What amenities are available at Blake Island State Park?

Blake Island State Park offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Blake Island State Park?

Popular activities at Blake Island State Park include Hiking, Fishing, Swimming, Biking, Boating, Wildlife Viewing. The surrounding area offers plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities for all skill levels.

Blake Island State Park

4.43

84 reviews

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49 ft

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77 campsites

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Year-round

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Unknown

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Real-Time Availability

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49 ft

Price

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Reservable

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77 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Unknown

Pets

Check Policy

Showers

Book on Washington State Parks Official Website

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Blake Island State Park

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Blake Island State Park

47.5425, -122.4834

Nearby places

Seattle — a few miles (off downtown Seattle)

Nearby supplies

Small camp store at the marina (limited hours

stocks basics like firewood and snacks). Full supplies available on the Seattle mainland.

Weather at Blake Island State Park

Best Time to Camp at Blake Island State Park

Summer delivers the warmest, calmest conditions for island camping. Expect daytime highs in the mid-60s to low-80s°F and long daylight for paddling and beachcombing. Water activities peak July through August, when the camp store and pay showers run most reliably. Weekends book solid and moorage crowds the docks, so arrive on weekdays if you want elbow room. Off-season the island stays open, but services scale back or close entirely. Bring extra water and plan to be self-sufficient. Trails get muddy fast after Pacific Northwest rain.

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Summer(Jun-Aug)

4.5 / 5

Summer is warmest and calmest; water activities and beach use peak July onward.

Planning Tips

About Blake Island State Park

Blake Island State Park sits a few miles offshore in Puget Sound, accessible only by private boat or water taxi from Seattle. The 77 tent sites spread across marina-area spots with showers and a small camp store, plus more secluded Cascadia Marine Trail sites along the west shoreline. Expect forested trails, pebbled beaches, and views of the Olympic Mountains and Seattle skyline. Budget extra time on busy summer weekends when moorage fills early.

Shoreline and Cascadia Marine Trail campsites (beachfront tent sites and paddler sites) with nearby marina/moorage for boaters; no road access — island visited by private boat, kayak or passenger cruises.

Historical Significance

The island hosts Tillicum Village, a recreated longhouse that offers traditional Coast Salish dance performances and salmon dinners through organized excursions. Oral-history displays and cultural programming appear throughout the park.

Weather and SeasonsSummer delivers the warmest, calmest conditions for island camping. Expect daytime highs in the mid-60s to low-80s°F and long daylight for paddling and beachcombing. Water activities peak July through August, when the camp store and pay showers run most reliably. Weekends book solid and moorage crowds the docks, so arrive on weekdays if you want elbow room. Off-season the island stays open, but services scale back or close entirely. Bring extra water and plan to be self-sufficient. Trails get muddy fast after Pacific Northwest rain.

Natural Features and ScenerySecond-growth coastal forest covers the island's interior, crisscrossed by interconnecting trails that turn muddy after rain. Sandy coves and pebbled beaches ring the shoreline, scattered with driftwood and tidepools. Several beachfront sites put you right on the water. Waves lapping at night, deer wandering through camp at dawn, bald eagles overhead. West-side sites face the Olympics and catch the best sunsets. The entire island sits at just 49 feet elevation, so terrain stays gentle.

Geological RegionPuget Sound (forested marine island)

Scenic ViewsWide marine views across Puget Sound with frequent sightlines to the Seattle skyline and ferries/boats passing by. West-side campsites and beaches are noted for sunset views of the Olympic Mountains; Mount Rainier is also visible from some vantage points on clear days.

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Total Campsites77 campsites

Best CampsitesWest-side shoreline and Cascadia Marine Trail sites get the most praise for seclusion, direct waterfront access, and Olympic Mountain sunset views. Marina-adjacent sites trade scenery for convenience. Closer to restrooms, pay showers, and the small camp store, but also more foot traffic and denser spacing.

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Amenities available

Marina-side services include public restrooms and pay hot showers, a small camp store/ranger station selling firewood and shower tokens, and seasonal potable water in some restrooms. Cascadia Marine Trail and shoreline campsites provide picnic tables, shelters and fire rings; flush toilets are available at marina/restroom areas.

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Activities you can enjoy

Typical Puget Sound marine-park activities: hiking on interior and perimeter trails, boating and mooring, beachcombing and tidepooling, wildlife viewing, paddling (Cascadia Marine Trail), and swimming at beaches.

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Policies & Safety

Hazards & AlertsBold raccoons that will seek out food in tents and boats and may open unsecured containers; dock and mooring crowding (especially on summer weekends) making landing/anchoring difficult; deep water near some anchoring spots on the west side; trails can be muddy and slippery when wet. Wildlife (deer, eagles) should not be fed.

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4.4

84 reviews

Recommended

Blake Island State Park is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews

Reviews are mixed but consistently praise the island's scenery, trails, beaches and proximity to Seattle; commenters highlight good marina-side facilities (restrooms, pay showers, small camp store) and strong wildlife viewing. Common negatives are frequent/very bold raccoons, crowded moorage on busy days, and complaints about strict ranger enforcement.

Review Summaries

Based on 84 reviews

What Campers Love

Beautiful, close-to-Seattle setting with forested trails, beach campsites and views of the Seattle skyline and Olympic Mountains; Cascadia Marine Trail and west-side shoreline campsites receive high...

Based on 84 reviews

Common Concerns

• **Strict or overbearing rangers:** Multiple TripAdvisor reviews describe rangers as overly aggressive or “harassing,” with citations for rule violations and frequent patrols at night; some campers...

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Paddlers on the Cascadia Marine Trail or boaters who can arrive midweek get the best of it: shoreline sites, Olympic Mountain sunsets, tidepool beaches, and Seattle skyline views without the weekend moorage scramble.

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Rangers actively patrol and issue citations for rule violations, and multiple reviewers describe the enforcement style as aggressive. If that kind of oversight ruins a trip, the vibe here won't work for you.

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