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.
Shine Tidelands State Park
Shine Tidelands State Park Rd, Port Ludlow, WA 98365
Shine Tidelands State Park is a day-use park with a sandy shoreline along Bywater Bay. A peaceful stop while traveling through the Kitsap Peninsula or for admiring stunning views of Hood Canal, this park offers a picnic area and beachy fun.
Rules
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires not Allowed
- Horses not Allowed
Fires are not allowed on the beach or park property.
Trash service is not available, take all garbage with you when you leave the park. Pack it in, pack it out.
Metal detecting
This park does not allow any metal detecting.
Activities
Beach Exploration
Bird Watching
Boating
Crabbing
Fishing
Kayaking
Paddleboarding
Shellfishing
Swimming
Windsurfing
Amenities
Parking
Park features
Forest
Mountain View
Rocky Beach
Saltwater
Sandy Beach
Wetland
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires not Allowed
- Horses not Allowed
Fires are not allowed on the beach or park property.
Trash service is not available, take all garbage with you when you leave the park. Pack it in, pack it out.
Metal detecting
This park does not allow any metal detecting.
Map & visitor guide
47.884071350098, -122.6332244873
Located just off State Route 104, just north of the Hood Canal Bridge, this sandy shoreline is popular with kayakers, paddle boarders and beach walkers. This park also offers a small wetlands area for excellent local wildlife and birds viewing. Shellfish lovers will enjoy low tide harvesting during clam and oyster season, which make it a popular site for locals. If you are looking for a small get-away, this little secluded park is just your ticket to an outdoor adventure.
Day use only
This park only has parking. Restrooms and picnic tables are not available.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closers and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Boating
For no additional fee, primitive hand-launched watercraft is allowed (kayaks, paddle boards, wind-powered vessels). No docks are available.