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At Washington's State Parks, you will discover the natural beauty of beaches, sheltered Puget Sound islands, old-growth forests, desert and Columbia River Gorge landscapes. State Parks of Washington are an excellent source for enjoyment and learning. You can take a break for camping, hiking, biking, boating, windsurfing or rock climbing. In winter, venture out for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobiling. One of the most popular State Parks of Washington is the Kopachuck State Park.
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Kopachuck State Park is located on Henderson Bay. It is a 109-acre marine and camping park with 5,600 feet of saltwater shoreline. Cutts Island, is at a distance of half mile from shore and reachable only by boat. The Park offers Junior Ranger beach walks for kids aged 12 and under during the spring and summer only. Rangers lead the walks, explaining marine habitat and environmental features.
Kopachuck State Park has a western exposure with spectacular sunsets, sandy beaches and a panoramic view of the snow-capped Olympic Mountains. Most of the activities at Kopachuck center around the beach. During low tide, the sun warms the sand, which in turn warms the water brought in by the tide. The sandy beach is ideal for wading, sand-castle building, and exploring the marine habitat. The most popular day-use area is the beach. You can get there requires through a short walk down a hill. People with limited mobility may drive or be driven to the beach. Kopachuck State Park provides four kitchen shelters with electricity, plus 16 sheltered and 76 unsheltered picnic tables on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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