Park overview:
Deception Pass State Park is a 4,134-acre marine and camping park with 77,000 feet of saltwater shoreline, and 33,900 feet of freshwater shoreline on three lakes. Rugged cliffs drop to meet the turbulent waters of Deception Pass. The park is outstanding for breath-taking views, old-growth forests and abundant wildlife.
Want to support Washington State Parks? Get involved by joining a friends' group. For more information, visit the Friends' Group web page. Park hours/updates:
Summer: 6:30 a.m. to dusk.
Winter: 8 a.m. to dusk.
The park is open year round for camping and day use. The campground is partially open during the winter. Click the winter schedule for more information.
Camping:
Check-in time, 2:30 p.m.
Check-out time, 1 p.m.
Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
Please note: U.S. Navy jets from nearby Naval Air Station Whidbey Island may fly over the campground at any time for several hours. Navy personnel conduct training missions which are not announced ahead of time. Depending on the direction of the wind, their flight pattern may put them above the park, creating noisy conditions for campers. State Parks cannot be responsible for this significant intrusion into your camping experience.
Winter Schedule for all Washington State Parks
Current alerts:
Cranberry Lake west beach closure: Enterococcus bacteria levels are elevated at the west beach on Cranberry Lake in Deception Pass State Park. Visitors, including young children, the elderly and those with compromised immune systems, are advised to avoid swimming, wading or playing where water could be swallowed or get into the mouth, nose or eyes when at the west beach. The swimming advisory will remain in effect until water quality improves. For more information, contact Island County Public Health at (360) 679-7350.
Due to maintenance issues there is no moorage at Bowman Bay, Deception Pass State Park. This will be in effect until further notice.
Cornet Bay Environmental Learning Center at Deception Pass State Park: Please note there are still reservations available for weekends in June and July as well as midweek in both months. August is completely booked up. The camp can sleep up to 186 people and charges $10.58 per person/per night plus tax. There is a minimum of 80 persons per night. There are two indoor gathering halls with full kitchens, 16 cabins and one duplex. Groups must bring all their own linens including sleeping bags, pillows and towels, and food/drink.
Agency information:
Don't move firewood: Please protect the Pacific Northwest from invasive species by obtaining or purchasing your firewood at or near your camping destination (within 50 miles). Firewood can carry insects and diseases that threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by buying and burning your firewood locally. For more information, visit online at www.dontmovefirewood.org or the Washington Invasive Species Council website.
The Discover Pass now can be used on either of two vehicles!Annual pass: $30
One-day pass: $10
(Transaction and dealer fees may apply)
A Discover Pass is required for motor-vehicle access to state parks and recreation lands managed by the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.
Exemptions: Your purchase of the Discover Pass supports recreation on state lands. However, the Discover Pass is not required if you are camping or renting overnight accommodations, for the duration of your stay at that state park. For additional exemptions and more information, please visit the Discover Pass
website.
