Saltwater State Park
25205 8th Pl S, Des Moines, WA 98198
88 acres · 2 miles of trails
Des Moines' Saltwater State Park hugs 88 acres along Puget Sound, allowing leashed dogs on a 1,445-foot beach and forested trails. Shade, water, parking, restrooms, and trash cans enhance outings. Discover Pass required.
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- Park
- Saltwater State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Des Moines, Washington
- Coordinates
- 47.3736, -122.3225
- Size
- 88 acres
- Trail miles
- 2
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.2 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 1,820 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · State Park destination
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Dog policy
88-acre Puget Sound state park. Leashed dogs on beach (1,445ft) + forested trails. Discover Pass required.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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