Saltwater State Park
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This park experiences heavy crowds, especially on weekends.
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Very crowded, parking fills up early
Best: Visit in off-season or try alternatives
Saltwater State Park is a 137-acre (55 ha) plot of second-growth timber on Puget Sound in the city of Des Moines, Washington, United States. The main attraction is 1,445 feet (440 m) of saltwater beachfront, including a sandy swimming beach in the southwest corner, and rocky tideflats along the west with a submerged artificial reef that is popular with scuba divers.
* State park fees vary by park, season, and residency. Confirm current rates on the official website.
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Harstine Island State Park
Jarrell Cove State Park is a Washington state park on Harstine Island in south Puget Sound.
Why go: Similar hiking, coastal scenery, forest experience
Around 27 miles away
