Birch Bay State Park, Washington

1 park, 2 miles of saltwater shoreline, 3 miles of freshwater shoreline, all 4 you. Birch Bay State Park contains one of the last saltwater/freshwater estuaries in the Puget Sound, which means there are hella shellfish, birds, and other wildlife. The northern part of the park is a designated natural game sanctuary, so you can check out elk while they check out the view of the Canadian Gulf Islands across the Sound. Terrell Creek and its Marsh meander through the park and the Cascade Mountains surround it, so you see good shiz everywhere you look. If you have kiddos who don’t yet appreciate the purple mountain majesty or shining sea stuff, there are plenty of opportunities for you to lose to them in H-O-R-S-E or chicken while gazing in awe at the panoramic scenery.