Welcome to the Exclusive Blake Island Marine Park
Hey, fellow boaters and kayakers! If you’re looking for a fun and relaxing getaway from the city, you might want to check out Blake Island Marine Park. It’s a beautiful island in Puget Sound that’s only accessible by boat, and it has a lot to offer for nature lovers, history buffs, and adventure seekers. Here are some reasons why you should visit Blake Island Marine Park:
– It has stunning views of the Olympic Mountains, the Seattle skyline, and Mt. Rainier. You can enjoy the scenery from the beach, the trails, or your boat. The sunsets are especially gorgeous!
– It has a rich history and culture. Blake Island was once an ancestral camping ground of the Suquamish Indian tribe, and legend has it that Chief Seattle was born there. You can learn more about the Native American heritage of the island at Tillicum Village, a concession that offers Indian-style salmon dinners and demonstrations of Northwest Indian dancing.
– It has a variety of activities and amenities. You can hike or bike on 8 miles of trails, fish or dig for clams in the saltwater, scuba dive or snorkel in the clear water. Just relax on the 5 miles of beach. The park has 1,500 feet of moorage, a boat pump-out station, a trailer dump station, and, restrooms. There are picnic shelters, fire circles, horseshoe pits, and a volleyball field. You can also camp on one of the 44 standard campsites, 3 Cascadia Marine Trail sites, 2 group campsites, or 4 cabins.
– It’s easy to get there. You can take your own boat or kayak to the island, or you can hop on a tour boat from Seattle or Tacoma. The park is open year-round, and you can make reservations online or by phone.
So what are you waiting for? Grab your gear and head to Blake Island Marine Park for an unforgettable island escape. You won’t regret it!
A group camp is available by reservation for groups of up to 100 people. Fees vary with the size of the group.
Reservations & Fees
Reservations can be made online or by calling 888-CAMPOUT (888-226-7688).