With a Beach, Hiking, And Fishing Opportunities, This State Park Is the Ultimate Family Destination
By Rachel Raimondi|Published July 24, 2023
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Rachel Raimondi
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Writer some days, editor other days, nerd all days. Love to travel to lesser-known spots and give them the love they deserve. Independently owned motor inns, Mom and Pop restaurants, uncrowded National Parks and trails.
In between these, spend my free time virtually adventuring through point-and-click games. Native New Yorker but can frequently be found roaming other parts of the United States.
Looking for a place that will entertain the whole family and get them outside in Washington? Pack up the car and head to Des Moines (nope, not that Des Moines) in King County to Saltwater State Park. From hiking to beachcombing to kayaking to birdwatching, this is one of the best choices for family-friendly parks in Washington.
Saltwater State Park is a 137-acre urban beach park located on the shores of Puget Sound. It features more than 1,400 feet of shoreline, teeming with fun activities and sights that will delight both the kids and the kids at heart.
If you or the little ones get a little hungry and you don't have any picnic supplies, the Park Store at Saltwater is open seasonally and offers food and beverages. You can also rent a kayak from here and explore the area by water.
If just one day isn't enough and you want to spend more quality time here with the family, there is a first-come, first-served campground with 50 spaces for tent camping. Just note that the park is in the flight path of the Seatac Airport so it can get a little noisy at times.
