Joemma Beach, Coastal state park in Pierce County, United States
Joemma Beach is a coastal state park on the southeast Key Peninsula in Washington with direct access to saltwater shoreline and sandy areas. The grounds feature boat launching facilities, dock space, and trails that run along the water's edge.
The land was transferred to Washington state in 1889 and later became a recreation area. It is named for Joe and Emma Smith, who lived on and cared for the property from 1917 to 1932.
The park received its current name in 1995 to honor Joe and Emma Smith, who resided on and maintained the property from 1917 to 1932.
The park has campsites, restrooms and boat launches. Rain is frequent, so bring waterproof clothing. Some campsites can only be reached by kayak or canoe, so plan your paddling route and tide timing before setting out.
Joemma Beach sits on the southeast Key Peninsula in Pierce County, Washington, about 3,800 km west of Washington, D.C. The local climate is mild, averaging 8 °C, with August highs near 16 °C and January lows around 0 °C. Annual rainfall reaches roughly 1,498 mm, peaking in March at about 203 mm.
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