Is Jarrell Cove State Park first-come first-served or reservation?

Jarrell Cove 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 Jarrell Cove State Park before I book?

Yes! Jarrell Cove State Park has 2 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 Jarrell Cove State Park?

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

Is there cell service at Jarrell Cove State Park?

Cell phone service at Jarrell Cove State Park is generally available. Cell service is available. Coverage may vary by carrier and exact location within the campground.

How many campsites does Jarrell Cove State Park have?

Jarrell Cove State Park has 40 campsites. Sites vary in size, privacy, and amenities. Check availability online to find the best site for your needs.

Are dogs allowed at Jarrell Cove State Park?

Yes, pets are allowed at Jarrell Cove State Park. Dogs must typically be kept on a leash (usually 6 feet or shorter) and under control at all times. Be sure to clean up after your pet and check for any breed or size restrictions.

What amenities are available at Jarrell Cove State Park?

Jarrell Cove State Park offers: Restrooms, Showers, Potable Water, Electrical Hookups, Pets Allowed. See our detailed campground page for the full list of facilities and features.

What activities can I do at Jarrell Cove State Park?

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

Jarrell Cove State Park

4.39

139 reviews

Top 5% in WASummer

Family Friendly

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167 ft

Price

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Reservable

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40 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

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Quick Facts

167 ft

Price

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Booking

Reservable

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40 campsites

Season

Year-round

Cell

Has Service

Pets

Very Pet Friendly

ElectricShowersWiFi

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Jarrell Cove State Park

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Discovery Pass required for day use (as noted by visitors). Moorage fees reported in reviews (example: $.75/ft + $3/day for power) for dock users;...

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Jarrell Cove State Park

47.2858, -122.8811

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On-site small marina with a store selling boat fuel, ice (small inventory)

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Best Time to Camp at Jarrell Cove State Park

Summer delivers the best conditions: mid-60s to mid-70s°F days, 50s at night, and calm seas ideal for paddling and island hopping. Water stays cold year-round, around 45–55°F, so most visitors boat or kayak rather than swim. Long daylight hours peak wildlife viewing. Seals, shorebirds. And the cove stays sheltered even when the sound kicks up. July and August fill quickly; reserve ahead. Cool Puget Sound breezes keep things comfortable but bring layers.

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5.0 / 5

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Best conditions: mid-60s–70s, calm seas ideal for paddling and island hopping.

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About Jarrell Cove State Park

Jarrell Cove State Park sits on Harstine Island in South Puget Sound, offering 40 wooded campsites at 167 feet elevation. The small, well-maintained campground centers on a sheltered saltwater cove with docks, mooring buoys, and shore power, drawing boaters and kayakers. Sites are reservable, fees unknown.

Marine campground with a mix of tent and RV sites, a paddle‑in/primitive option and a larger group campsite.

Weather and SeasonsSummer delivers the best conditions: mid-60s to mid-70s°F days, 50s at night, and calm seas ideal for paddling and island hopping. Water stays cold year-round, around 45–55°F, so most visitors boat or kayak rather than swim. Long daylight hours peak wildlife viewing. Seals, shorebirds. And the cove stays sheltered even when the sound kicks up. July and August fill quickly; reserve ahead. Cool Puget Sound breezes keep things comfortable but bring layers.

Natural Features and SceneryThe park's 67 forested acres slope down through dense conifers and moss to nearly 3,500 feet of protected shoreline. The cove's calm, opal-tinted water hosts 650 feet of dock moorage and mooring buoys. Black-tailed deer browse the understory, shorebirds work the tideline, and seals appear offshore. Low tide exposes tide pools and beachcombing zones along the shore.

Geological RegionSouth Puget Sound (Harstine Island) - marine/coastal Puget Sound environment

Scenic ViewsMany campsites sit on a hillside with semi-private clearings and partial views of the cove; lower hillside sites and those near the main dock offer the best water proximity and views.

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Total Campsites40 campsites

Best CampsitesSites lower on the hillside near the water, especially those overlooking the cove by the main dock, get frequent mentions. Reservable sites 1–4 are standard; sites 8 and 10 offer partial hookups. Site 11 is ADA-accessible. A private group site sits deeper in the forest for larger parties.

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Small, well‑maintained marine campground with flush restrooms, hot showers, potable water, picnic areas and docks; marina services (store, fuel, ice, pump station) are adjacent to the park's anchorage. Recreation facilities include an amphitheater, sports field, horseshoe/volleyball pits and short forest trails.

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Activities you can enjoy

Jarrell Cove is a marine park focused on shoreline and paddling access plus short forest walks and family recreation. Popular activities include kayaking/paddleboarding, boating and moorage, beachcombing at low tide, short hikes, wildlife and bird watching, picnicking and casual field sports.

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Hazards & AlertsCold water temperatures, tidal changes affecting beach access, and reports of fleas/ticks affecting dogs in wooded/grassy areas. The campground is small with some tight vehicle maneuvering/limited parking that can be challenging for larger RVs.

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4.4

139 reviews

Recommended

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

Overall reviews are strongly positive: visitors call Jarrell Cove a peaceful, well‑kept, waterside gem with clean restrooms and reliable showers, friendly staff and excellent paddling/boating access. The small, wooded sites and sheltered cove make it popular with families and boaters.

Review Summaries

Based on 139 reviews

What Campers Love

Clean flush toilets and hot showers; potable water; friendly and helpful camp hosts and rangers; sheltered anchorage with docks, mooring buoys and shore power on the long dock; good launching and...

Based on 139 reviews

Common Concerns

A prominent theme in negative or mixed reviews is that the campground feels like a **very rule‑bound, quiet, family‑centric environment**, with some younger or more social groups feeling that noise...

Based on 139 reviews

Pro Tips & Recommendations

Bring kayaks or arrange rentals/delivery for best use of the cove; arrive earlier in the day to secure easier parking and backing‑in space; bring small bills/coins or check shower payment policy;...

Based on 139 reviews

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"Quiet, accessible, has toilets, showers, water, docks, electricity, mooring bouys..."; "Small but very nice and clean. They had the friendliest camp hosts ever."

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Paddlers and boaters get the most here: the sheltered cove, 650 feet of dock moorage, mooring buoys, and shore power make it an easy marine basecamp. Families who want clean showers, flush toilets, and a campground that actually enforces quiet hours tend to leave happy.

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Big RVs will fight the tight maneuvering and limited parking. The 'HOA of camping' label from reviewers is apt: if you're a social group, a late-night camper, or someone who's felt unwelcome in predominantly white, rule-conscious park environments, the enforcement culture here co

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