Penrose Point State Park
4.34134 reviewsPenrose Point State Park
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Price
$30 - $45/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Allowed
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Price
$30 - $45/night
Booking
Reservable
Sites
Varies
Season
Year-round
Cell
Unknown
Pets
Allowed
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$30.00 - $45.00 / night
Campsite Fees
Reviewer-reported camping rates in reviews range from about $30–$45 per night; one reviewer reports an extra $10/night for additional vehicles....
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Standard Site Fee$0.00
Hookup Site Fee$0.00
Premium Site Fee$0.00
Hike and Bike Site Fee$0.00
Group Site Fee$0.00
Food Storage Locker Fee$0.00
Total Campsite Fees$0.00
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Based on 134 reviews
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"Visitors consistently praise Penrose Point for its beautiful, heavily wooded shoreline, well-marked trails, family-friendly shallow cove and generally clean restrooms. Common negatives are crowding and noise in peak season, closely spaced sites, and lack of RV hookups."
Fees & Passes at Penrose Point State Park
$30 - $45/night
Campsite fees
Prices verified December 14, 2025
Prices may vary by season and site type. Always confirm current rates on the official Washington State Parks website.
Best Time to Camp at Penrose Point State Park
While summer brings warm days and full campgrounds, many seasoned campers swear by visiting in September or the shoulder seasons when the crowds thin out and you'll have more space to yourself. The coastal location means you should come prepared: mosquitoes can be thick during certain times of year, and occasional wildfire smoke may affect air quality in late summer. If you're seeking solitude and don't mind cooler temperatures, the off-season offers a completely different—and wonderfully quiet—experience of this beautiful park.
Spring (Mar-May)
Wildflowers bloom, mild temperatures, fewer crowds. Great for hiking and photography.
Best
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Peak season with warm weather, perfect for water activities. Book early.
Fall (Sep-Nov)
Beautiful fall colors, cooler temps, quieter campgrounds. Ideal for peaceful trips.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Off-season, limited services. Check for closures before visiting.
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About Penrose Point State Park
Tucked away on a forested peninsula where Carr Inlet meets Puget Sound, Penrose Point State Park offers a peaceful retreat beneath towering maples, cedars, and firs. You'll discover sandy and rocky beaches, quiet coves, and well-maintained trails winding through old-growth forest—all within a family-friendly campground that fills up quickly during summer months. Note that sites are tent and RV-friendly (no hookups), and the park's popularity means you'll want to book ahead for peak season.
Campground supports both tent camping and RV camping (rustic/no-hookup sites); offers a mix of single sites, double/tandem sites, and some pods/loops that can feel more private. A bike-specific area is noted for bicycling campers.
Weather and SeasonsWhile summer brings warm days and full campgrounds, many seasoned campers swear by visiting in September or the shoulder seasons when the crowds thin out and you'll have more space to yourself. The coastal location means you should come prepared: mosquitoes can be thick during certain times of year, and occasional wildfire smoke may affect air quality in late summer. If you're seeking solitude and don't mind cooler temperatures, the off-season offers a completely different—and wonderfully quiet—experience of this beautiful park.
Natural Features and SceneryThis gem of a peninsula park wraps around multiple coves and beaches along Carr Inlet, giving you plenty of shoreline to explore—from sandy stretches perfect for wading to rocky tidepools teeming with marine life. The forest canopy overhead creates a cathedral-like atmosphere, with mature cedars and firs sheltering campsites and a network of peaceful trails. Whether you arrive by land or water (there's moorage available), you'll find thoughtful amenities including picnic areas, a playground for kids, and beach access points that make it easy to spend your days between forest and sea.
Geological RegionSmall forested peninsula on Carr Inlet / Puget Sound (Key Peninsula)
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Tents are allowed
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RV vehicles are allowed
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Primitive are not allowed
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Amenities available
Showers
Fire rings
Picnic tables
Dump station
Flush toilets
Activities you can enjoy
Forest hiking trails, Puget Sound shoreline and tidal flats, beachcombing and shallow-water play, boating/moorage options, and saltwater fishing/shellfishing (subject to seasonal/regulatory closures) are common uses of the park.
Hiking
Miles of well-marked wooded trails through mature maple/cedar/fir that periodically open to shoreline viewpoints and beach access.Fishing
Saltwater fishing and shellfish (oysters/clam) harvesting have been reported historically; signage and reviewer notes indicate closures or restrictions can be in effect—check current regulations before harvesting.Swimming
A shallow, slowly-sloping cove is popular for wading and family swims, though water is cold and tidal conditions matter.Advertisement
Campground rules
- Pets are allowed
- Reviewers report that campfire and charcoal use may be restricted during fire season (one review specifically noted no fires and no charcoal allowed); check current park fire restrictions before arrival.
Hazards
General hazardsNarrow, curvy campground roads and some sites with significant front‑to‑back slope can make backing trailers difficult; rocky spits and mudflats at low tide can be sharp/slippery. Mosquitoes and raccoons have been reported by campers; limited/awkward put‑ins for kayaks or canoes were noted by some visitors.
Weather at Penrose Point State Park
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Common complaintsCampground can be crowded and noisy in peak season; many sites are closely spaced reducing privacy; no electric/water/sewer hookups for RVs; narrow/curvy roads and some sloped/awkward sites can make backing large trailers difficult; showers operate on a paid token/coin system; mosquitoes and raccoon activity reported by some campers.
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Penrose Point State Park
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4.3
134 reviews
Penrose Point State Park is recommended, placing it in the top 40% of campgrounds based on reviews
Visitors consistently praise Penrose Point for its beautiful, heavily wooded shoreline, well-marked trails, family-friendly shallow cove and generally clean restrooms. Common negatives are crowding and noise in peak season, closely spaced sites, and lack of RV hookups.
Review Summaries
Based on 134 reviews
What Campers Love
Mature forest canopy and scenic Puget Sound shoreline; well-maintained trails and viewpoints; family-friendly shallow beach for wading and paddle sports; clean restrooms and token showers;...
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Common Concerns
• **Crowding and noise in peak season:** Multiple TripAdvisor users describe in‑season camping as too crowded, with barking dogs, loud music, yelling, and late‑night drunken noise around 2 a.m.[1]
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Pro Tips & Recommendations
Bring coins/tokens for showers and a Discover Pass for vehicle entry; visit in shoulder/off-season for quieter conditions; bring levelers/chocks for sloped sites; expect no hookups and pack...
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Camper Quotes
"DON'T FORGET YOUR DISCOVER PASS."; "Showers run on the token system."; "Rustic, so no hookups. Dump station at exit."
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