This Washington State Park with a sandy beach is only accessible by boat, paddleboard or kayak

Do you or someone you know have a boat? Are you looking to get out of the city and slow down without going far? If island time is what you’re in need of, then an adventure to Blake Island Marine State Park may be in store. The Island is one of Washington’s exquisite marine parks and has so much to explore.

Accessible only by boat, paddleboard or kayak, Blake Island State Park is one of Washington’s marine parks and is the perfect escape for those looking for a change of pace from the hustle and bustle of Seattle.

With a forest, mountain views, a rocky and sandy beach, you will have lots to check out on the Island.

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The island has 472 acres for you to explore with 5 miles of saltwater beach shoreline and approximately 655 acres of saltwater bedland. You can walk the shoreline, fish, dig for clams and even scuba dive. Or if you’d rather head inland, you can walk or bike inland down miles of trails where you will find forest animals and birds.

If you want to make a stay out of the experience you can camp at Cascadia Marine Trail campsites at the west end of the island for majestic sunsets over the Olympic Mountains.

There are also two picnic shelters with a fire circle available for reservation.

If you have a boat or are open to renting one, this is an unforgettable summer camping or day trip destination!

Blake Island Marine State Park

Where: Blake Island, Washington