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Dosewallips River swimming area

Dosewallips State Park, Silverdale, WashingtonRiver on Dosewallips RiverSwimming permitted

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Visitors may swim in the Dosewallips River at Dosewallips State Park, which has no formal swimming area.

Water
River, Dosewallips River
Entry
Discover Pass required; one-day pass $10 or annual pass $30.
Swim hours
April 1–September 30: 6:30 a.m. to dusk. October 1–March 31: 8 a.m. to dusk.
Facilities
Modern restrooms, hot showers, picnic shelters, trails
Managed by
Washington State Parks

Getting there

The park is at 306996 Highway 101, Brinnon, Washington. The river is accessible within Dosewallips State Park.

47.6890, -122.9079

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Rules to know before you go

  • Swim within your abilities.
  • Do not swim in swift water.

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Questions about Dosewallips River swimming area

Can you swim at Dosewallips River swimming area?

Yes. Visitors may swim in the Dosewallips River, but there is no formal swimming area and the river can be swift.

Does it cost anything to swim at Dosewallips River swimming area?

Discover Pass required; one-day pass $10 or annual pass $30.

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