Penrose Point State Park

Penrose Point State Park is a forested park with over 2 kilometers of shoreline along Puget Sound in Pierce County. The park offers several trails that wind through dense woods and along the rocky coastal sections.

The park takes its name from Stephen Penrose, who served as president of Whitman College in Walla Walla from 1884 to 1934. His connection to the region led to this coastal area being named after him.

Local people use the coves and shallow waters regularly to harvest clams and crabs, continuing a tradition that goes back generations in this region. These practices show how deeply the community connects with the marine environment.

The park has 82 campsites and boat moorage with space for eight additional buoys distributed along the shore. The trails are well-marked, making navigation and access to different coves straightforward.

A trail in the park was built by an Eagle Scout as an interpretive project and guides visitors through the ecosystems of the Pacific Northwest. This hand-built path showcases details of local plants and wildlife in an informative way.

Location: Pierce County

Website: https://parks.wa.gov/564/Penrose-Point

GPS coordinates: 47.25870,-122.74400

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:09