Birch Bay State Park

Washington (Puget Sound) · WA State Park · Beach · Open to all

GrillingPropane & charcoalNone for personal grills; Discover Pass required…

On the waterSwimming · Fishing · Boat launch

Things to doHiking · Playground

AccessOpen to allOpen to all. Discover Pass required per vehicle.

About this place

194-acre park near the Canadian border with both saltwater (Birch Bay) and freshwater (Terrell Creek) shoreline; picnic tables and grills along the beach day-use area.

Good to know

SwimmingOK

FishingLicense allowed; recreational license required

DogsLeash Dogs Allowed on Leash

Seasonal bans possible in dry, high-wind spells. Check Washington DNR's current status ↗

What's here

Picnic tables

Playground

Restrooms

Parking

Shower

Hiking

Boat launch

Location

Birch Bay State Park

RegionWashington (Puget Sound)

Coordinates48.9106° N, 122.7610° W

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Common questions

Can you grill at Birch Bay State Park?

Yes — both propane and charcoal grilling are allowed at Birch Bay State Park. None for personal grills; Discover Pass required per vehicle. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

None for personal grills; Discover Pass required per vehicle.

Can you swim at Birch Bay State Park?

allowed.

Are dogs allowed?

Dogs Allowed on Leash.