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Penrose Point State Park, Lakebay, WA

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Sports & Outdoors

Penrose Point State Park

Forested marine park on Puget Sound with beach access, hiking trails, campsites, and moorage.

321 158th Avenue SW, Lakebay, WA 98349 · Lakebay, WA

About Penrose Point State Park

Penrose Point sits on the shore of Carr Inlet in Pierce County. Visitors find wooded ground, rocky and sandy beaches, and a mix of day-use picnic areas and a shaded campground. Trails wind through the forest, and a short self-guided interpretive loop was built by Eagle Scouts. The park also offers docks and buoys for boaters, and it is a known spot for beachcombing, wildlife watching, and clam digging when shellfish seasons are open. Shellfishing is closed at the park for 2026.

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