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Island County, WA · Puget Sound
Deception Pass State Park
41229 State Route 20, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Washington's most-visited state park, spanning two islands under the 1935 Deception Pass Bridge. West Beach is the long sandy one with driftwood and surf; Rosario Beach has the tide pools; Bowman Bay is the sheltered cove. The current through the pass itself runs to 8 knots — spectacular to watch from the bridge, lethal to swim.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 66. West northwest wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. West southwest wind 0 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 66°F air — cool but workable
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
66 /100
good
58 Sunbathe
73 Walk
81 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
5 mph
WNW
Rain
2%
This Afternoon
Tomorrow
65°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
10:00 PM
4.4 ft · in 2.7h
Barometer
30.28 inHg
1025 hPa · buoy FRDW1
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:39 AM
Sunset
7:36 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
65°
Partly Sunny
1%
72
64°
Mostly Cloudy
2%
62
65°
Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
15%
66
63°
Mostly Sunny
9%
64
61°
Mostly Sunny
3%
66
62°
Partly Sunny
12%
64
What to Bring Today
Nothing unusual - conditions are unremarkable today.
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Several paved lots (West Beach, Bowman Bay, Rosario). Discover Pass required. Lots fill on summer weekends.
Dogs
Leashed dogs allowed throughout the park and on the beaches.
Entry Fee
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Address
41229 State Route 20, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Deception Pass State Park today?
Deception Pass 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 Deception Pass State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs allowed throughout the park and on the beaches.
Is there an entry fee at Deception Pass State Park?
WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.
Are there lifeguards at Deception Pass State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Deception Pass State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Deception Pass State Park?
Amenities at Deception Pass State Park include restrooms, showers, drinking water, fire pits, campground, tide pools, boat launch, ranger station.
When is the water warmest at Deception Pass 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 Deception Pass State Park located?
Deception Pass State Park is in Island County, WA, at 41229 State Route 20, Oak Harbor, WA 98277.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS