Burn Ban - Level 1

Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.

open campsite with picnic tables and tents surrounded by trees
flat campsite under trees surrounded by shrubs, with picnic table and fire ring
lake view look at a channel lined by flowing shrubs and trees
lake view from platform of very shrubby and tree lined shore
lake view peering through trees

Ocean City State Park

148 SR 115, Hoquiam, WA 98550

For a walk on the beach, clamming or camping, Ocean City State Park is the place to go. Smell the salty air, watch the sandpipers, build a sandcastle and fly kites on the soft sand. Relax around a campfire in the forested campground to end a fun-filled beach day.

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
  • Horses not Allowed

Beach hazards

Washington's coastal parks are dynamic and beautiful. They are also potentially dangerous! Learn about beach hazards and how to stay safe when you go to play or camp at coastal parks.

Wind advisory

Ocean City sometimes has strong winds that whip up water and sand. Visitors are advised to take precautions in these conditions, especially when using fire or personal watercraft.

Activities

Image
decorative image

Beach Exploration

Bird Watching

Camping

Fishing

Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running

Metal Detecting

Image
decorative text

Shellfishing

Winter Camping

Amenities

Accessible Campsites

Accessible Restrooms

Drinking Water

Double campsites

Fire Pit

Park Ranger Station

Restrooms

Showers

Trash Service

Picnic Shelters

Picnic Tables

Accessible Parking

Parking

Trailer Dump

Amphitheater

Hiking Trails

Park features

Ocean Beach

Seasonal Wildflowers

Wetland

Wildlife Viewing

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
  • Horses not Allowed

Beach hazards

Washington's coastal parks are dynamic and beautiful. They are also potentially dangerous! Learn about beach hazards and how to stay safe when you go to play or camp at coastal parks.

Wind advisory

Ocean City sometimes has strong winds that whip up water and sand. Visitors are advised to take precautions in these conditions, especially when using fire or personal watercraft.

Map & visitor guide

47.036672940054, -124.1604421635

Beach activities

The beach at Ocean City is open to vehicles, horses and foot traffic. Visitors may explore the beach environment, observe birds and other wildlife, fish and clam in season (with a permit) or use their personal watercraft.

Camping

A forested campground near the beach features 149 standard sites and 29 full hookup sites. Other campground amenities include showers and restrooms, an amphitheater and two large group accommodations. 

Winter Schedule

Learn about seasonal closers and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.

Nearby recreation opportunities

There are horse, bicycle and other recreation rental businesses near Ocean City. They are not operated by Washington State Parks. The park is also a short distance from the city of Ocean Shores, which has more recreation opportunities.