Burn Ban - Level 1

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

RV Camping parking spaces with picnic tables and small lawns right against the Pacific Ocean shore. A few RVs are parked in the spaces at the far end of the campground.
A flat, sandy beach meeting with rolling Pacific Ocean waves under a pale blue sky
A sand dune dotted here and there with green shore grasses.
A river flowing through a sandy shoreline toward the ocean. Trees, and seaside houses are in the distance
An old log half buried in soft white sand. It is bleached by the sun and slowly crumbling. Ocean water is visible in the distance.

Pacific Beach State Park

49 Second Street, Pacific Beach, WA 98571

This small camping park northwest of Aberdeen features camping sites next to the roaring Pacific Ocean and a flat sandy beach to run and play on. Fly a kite, play in the sand and fall asleep to sound of crashing waves.

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires not Allowed
  • Horses not Allowed

The beach is closed to clamming unless otherwise announced for a specific season.

A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Strong rip currents and drift logs may pose hazards to surf fishers, swimmers, ocean kayakers and beach walkers.

Vehicle traffic is allowed seasonally on portions of the beach. Driving is allowed only on the uppermost hard-packed sand, and all the rules of the road apply, as on a public roadway. The speed limit on the beach is 25 m.p.h. All-terrain vehicles are not allowed in the park or on the beach or dune areas.

Beach hazards

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

Activities

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Beach Exploration

Bird Watching

Camping

Fishing

Metal Detecting

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Shellfishing

Amenities

Accessible Campsites

Accessible Restrooms

Drinking Water

Park Ranger Station

Restrooms

Showers

Trash Service

Wi-Fi

Picnic Tables

Accessible Parking

Parking

Trailer Dump

Park features

Ocean Beach

Wetland

Wildlife Viewing

Rules

  • Dogs Allowed on Leash
  • Fires not Allowed
  • Horses not Allowed

The beach is closed to clamming unless otherwise announced for a specific season.

A recreational license is required for fishing and shellfish harvesting at Washington State Parks. For regulations, fishing season information, or to purchase a recreational license, visit the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Strong rip currents and drift logs may pose hazards to surf fishers, swimmers, ocean kayakers and beach walkers.

Vehicle traffic is allowed seasonally on portions of the beach. Driving is allowed only on the uppermost hard-packed sand, and all the rules of the road apply, as on a public roadway. The speed limit on the beach is 25 m.p.h. All-terrain vehicles are not allowed in the park or on the beach or dune areas.

Beach hazards

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

Map & visitor guide

47.2057, -124.2025

Picnic and day use facilities

Eight unsheltered picnic tables are available first come, first served. If you are visiting with a large group, call us at (360) 276-4297 for parking options as day use parking is very limited. 

Camping

Eighteen standard campsites, 41 partial hookup sites, and two yurts are available. One dump station with fresh water for RVs and ADA-accessible restrooms and showers are located nearby. The 26 sites on the waterfront are unshaded. All hookup sites offer electricity and are back-in only. Maximum site length is 60 feet (limited availability).

Wood burning fires are not allowed in the campground. Portable gas/propane firepits are allowed. You may also use portable gas/propane and charcoal barbecues. Wood fires are allowed on the beach. Keep your beach fire more than 100 feet away from vegetation and don't leave it unattended. Make sure you put the fire out completely before leaving.

Winter Schedule

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