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Pierce County, WA · Puget Sound
Dash Point State Park
5700 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA 98023
461 acres with 3,301 feet of shoreline on Commencement Bay, and the skimboarding capital of the Northwest — the tide retreats across a wide flat sand shelf that leaves a perfect inch-deep sheet behind it. Camps and competitions run through the summer. Forested trails climb the ravine behind the beach.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
NWS alert active · 54°F water · 61°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. South southwest wind 1 to 10 mph. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain after 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. South southwest wind 14 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 35 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 61°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 54°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- NWS alert active — wind advisory issued november 7 at 2:02am pst until november 8 at 4:00am pst by nws seattle wa
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0 Swim
45 Sunbathe
67 Walk
75 Photo
Best for photography today
Weather alert in effect
Wind Advisory issued November 7 at 2:02AM PST until November 8 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Atmosphere
Air Temp
61°F
Cloudy
Wind
1 to 10 mph
SSW
Rain
6%
Today
Air Quality
58 Moderate
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Seattle-Bellevue-Kent Valley
UV Peak
1 Low
Peaks 10 AM · burn in ~200m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 11 AM
Tomorrow
56°F
Chance Light Rain
Water
Water Temp
54°F
Too cold to swim
Next Low Tide
9:50 PM
-0.7 ft · in 3.3h
Barometer
29.96 inHg
1015 hPa · buoy TCNW1
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
7:02 AM
Sunset
4:44 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
56°
Chance Light Rain
52%
10
55°
Light Rain
99%
4
58°
Light Rain
91%
5
61°
Slight Chance Light Rain
17%
44
58°
Chance Light Rain
40%
27
55°
Light Rain
77%
5
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 54°F — dangerously cold
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paved day-use lot across from the beach. Discover Pass required.
Dogs
Leashed dogs allowed.
Entry Fee
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Address
5700 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA 98023
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Dash Point State Park today?
Dash Point State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Dash Point State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs allowed.
Is there an entry fee at Dash Point State Park?
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Are there lifeguards at Dash Point State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Dash Point State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Dash Point State Park?
Amenities at Dash Point State Park include restrooms, showers, campground, fire pits, grills, picnic shelters, amphitheater, hiking and biking trails.
When is the water warmest at Dash Point State Park?
Puget Sound and the Salish Sea stay cold year-round. Surface temperatures peak in late July and August at roughly 55-62°F, and the deeper channels stay in the low 50s. Swimming is short-dip territory for most people; wetsuits are normal. Shallow, sun-warmed bays like Birch Bay run several degrees warmer than the open Sound.
Where is Dash Point State Park located?
Dash Point State Park is in Pierce County, WA, at 5700 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA 98023.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS