We're updating our camping and moorage fees to continue providing great experiences for visitors amid inflation and rising costs. You will see a rate increase for camping stays booked for May 15 and beyond. Moorage fees will increase Jan. 1. Learn more here.
Burn Ban
No fires permitted at any time.
Hope Island Marine State Park - Mason County
Mason, WA 98502
A hidden gem only reached by watercraft, Hope Island Marine State Park is a special place to those who live in the area. Visitors may explore the trails, catch a glimpse of seals in the water, watch eagles soar in the sky or have a picnic under historic fruit trees.
Rules
- Dogs not Allowed
- Fires not Allowed
- Horses not Allowed
- Boat-in Only
Garbage must be packed out when visitors leave.
Open fires are not permitted on the island.
Dogs are not allowed on the island due to wildlife sensitive areas.
Activities
Beach Exploration
Bird Watching
Boating
Camping
Fishing
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Shellfishing
Swimming
Winter Camping
Amenities
Restrooms
Buoys
Moorage
Picnic Tables
Interpretive Opportunities
Hiking Trails
Park features
Forest
Island
Rocky Beach
Saltwater
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs not Allowed
- Fires not Allowed
- Horses not Allowed
- Boat-in Only
Garbage must be packed out when visitors leave.
Open fires are not permitted on the island.
Dogs are not allowed on the island due to wildlife sensitive areas.
Map & visitor guide
47.18704987, -122.9286041
Hope Island is a boat-in only park located in the Squaxin Passage. Hike among the Douglas-fir, cedar and hemlock trees or watch the eagles and great blue heron snack on shellfish.
Boating
Located in Mason County on Puget Sound, five buoys are provided. For information on moorage permits, visit the moorage permit page.
Picnic and day use facilities
The park provides unsheltered picnic tables for day-use visitors. Tables are available first come, first served.
Camping
The park offers eight primitive campsites and one group campsite. All are first come, first served. Payable by cash or check. No water is available, but two vault toilets are provided.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.