Access Site
WA
Lake Sammamish State Park
City: Issaquah, WA
County: King County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 47.56453152, -122.05502701
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Location
Interactive access map
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
North Fork Issaquah Creek at Issaquah, WA
1.1 mi away
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
About This Access Site
Lake Sammamish State Park offers excellent water access via Sunset Beach, featuring an ADA-accessible ramp ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and recreational boaters. The launch area includes nine 12-by-30-foot ramps, multiple finger docks, parking for 250 vehicles with trailers, and restroom facilities. Paddlers can rent kayaks, paddleboards, and pedal boats on-site through Lake Sammamish Paddle Co., making this a convenient option for those without their own equipment.
For the best paddling conditions, launch early in the morning—waters tend to roughen after 11:00 a.m. as boat traffic increases. The park's extensive paved and natural trail system makes it a great destination for combining paddling with hiking or biking. Note that swimmers should use designated areas due to recreational boat traffic. The surrounding park also features a playground, snack bar, and wetland trails where you may spot wildlife like great blue herons and bald eagles.
For the best paddling conditions, launch early in the morning—waters tend to roughen after 11:00 a.m. as boat traffic increases. The park's extensive paved and natural trail system makes it a great destination for combining paddling with hiking or biking. Note that swimmers should use designated areas due to recreational boat traffic. The surrounding park also features a playground, snack bar, and wetland trails where you may spot wildlife like great blue herons and bald eagles.
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