Deception Pass State Park

Washington State Park

⚠️ Water Closure

Posted Aug 27, 2026 - Due to toxic levels of algae, Pass Lake will be closed to fishing, people and pets, until further notice.

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Construction
Posted Aug 27, 2026 - North Beach will be closed starting September 8th through September 10th, and there will be no restroom or water available.

General
Posted Aug 25, 2026 - Bowman Bay and West Beach area have restrictions for vehicles and trucks with trailers over 25' in length due to limited maneuverability.

Part of the Park is Closed
Posted Dec 30, 2025 - Approximately 150 feet of the northeast corner of the West Beach ADA Trail has been washed out, due to recent storms, and is no longer accessible.

🔥 Burn ban in effect

Entrance fee$10 / vehicle

CampingYes

Cabins / lodgeYes

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About Deception Pass State Park

Two islands joined by a series of iconic bridges, with rugged ocean cliffs and quiet old-growth forest. The Civilian Conservation Corps Interpretive Center at Bowman Bay occupies a bathhouse the CCC built.

Things to do

🥾 Hiking
🚲 Biking
🛶 Paddling
🏊 Swimming
🎣 Fishing
⛵ Boating
🐎 Equestrian
🐦 Birding
🧭 Geocaching

Amenities & facilities

🏕️ Campsites
🚿 Showers
🚻 Restrooms
🛖 Cabins
🚤 Boat Ramp
🚐 RV Dump Station
🌿 Nature Center
♿ Accessible Facilities

Camping options

Campsites
Cabins

Lodging options

Deception Pass Cabins · Reserve

Entrance fee

$10 per vehicle — Discover Pass: Annual Pass: $45; One-day Pass: $10. Moorage - Docks and buoys: $23 for buoy, $1 per vessel foot for dock; Watercraft Launch Fee: $7 for the day; Trailer Dump Fee: $5 per use; Overnight Unattended Vehicle Fee: $10 per night