Driftwood-strewn beaches and a secluded coastline with views stretching across Puget Sound await at Camano Island State Park. While other state parks on the area’s more popular islands feel overrun, Camano Island is usually quiet. But the park doesn’t skimp on attractive features: visitors can take forested hikes, walk the beach and connect to nearby Cama Beach State Park, launch a kayak, or set crab pots. The park’s campsites are open to tent camping and RVs, and there are some set aside just for those arriving by foot, kayak, or bike. 

1. Camping is available at the state park from May through September. 
2. RV and tent campsites can be reserved in advance online. Because this is a less popular state park, the campground does not always book out very far in advance. It’s one of the best places to snag a last-minute reservation. 
3. Cabin rentals are open year-round with a two-night minimum, bookable online. Unlike the campground, the park’s five cabins are often booked very far in advance, even during the week.
4. All reservations can be made nine months in advance at most.

The park is open year round, and is beautiful any time of year. The park is rarely crowded, though it can be on the busy side on summer weekends and holidays. The park’s trails and beaches are accessible any time of year, though visiting outside of summer will mean you share the area with few, if any, other people. If you’re interested in setting crab pots, check the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife website for season information and restrictions. The crabbing season generally runs July through September.

1. The park holds interpretive programs on summer Saturdays. 
2. The largest nearby town is actually located off the island, in nearby Stanwood. Stock up here before heading to the park.
3. Cabins can sleep up to five and have heat, electricity, a refrigerator, and a microwave. They also have a grill, picnic table, and covered porch. The cabin area has a shared bathhouse with showers and restrooms.