Camano Island State Park

WDFW Beach Season Information

Clam, mussel, and oyster seasons CLOSED for harvest year-round for conservation. 

Declining clam populations at Camano Island State Park require a conservation closure since 2002. 

WDFW shellfish seasons indicate the specific times of year when harvesting is permitted. Before heading to the beach, please also check the Department of Health (DOH) information below which is related to health of the shellfish and may be updated daily. To harvest on this beach, it must be both during the WDFW approved season and approved by the DOH.

Harvest profile

Camano Island State Park is located at Lowell Point on Camano Island. Since 2002, Camano Island State Park has been closed to recreational clam harvest due to a dramatic decline in the abundance of native littleneck clams. Oysters are not expected to be common at this location.

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CAMANO ISLAND STATE PARK map
Disclaimer: Map areas identify approximate public property boundaries and should not be considered legal property boundaries. Many of these public beaches have no upland entrance and must be accessed by boat. Please respect adjacent private property. This map is provided for informational purposes only. The accuracy of this map is not guaranteed.
Directions

From I-5:
Take exit #212 and head west onto Hwy. 532. Three miles west of Stanwood, take a left at the fork (the road is now East Camano Dr. and no longer SR 532). Drive approximately 6 miles on East Camano Dr. (At this point East Camano Dr. heads left by Windermere. Keep to the main road, which is now Elger Bay Rd). At a spot marked by Elger Bay Grocery, Exxon and a cafe, turn right onto Mountain View. Travel 2 miles, climb a steep hill, then turn left onto Lowell Point Rd. The road will dead-end at the park entrance.

Facilities

Camping and picnic areas are available. Restrooms with plumbing, faucets, and water fountains are located adjacent to parking areas along the beach. There are 3 miles of hiking trails and a boat ramp.