*Note – Kopachuck is getting a facelift and until the new site is installed, the park is unavailable.
The name Kopachuck originates from the Chinook language. “Kopa” means “at” and “chuck” means “water.” The park has an underwater park and a wooded forest that includes a lush mix of fir, ferns, and salal.
Sign near southern park boundary
Location: Kopachuck State Park is located on the eastern shore of Carr Inlet just north of Horsehead Bay. The site is a short hike uphill from the main day-use beach near the northern boundary of the park.
Hazards: Winds tend to pick up in the afternoon.
Sites: 1
Water: Water is available March-November along the waterfront trail and at restroom 500 feet south of campsite. Winter water supply at restroom adjacent to the day use parking lot.
Sanitation: Restrooms are available April-November at the restroom 500 feet south of site. Winter restroom available in day-use parking lot.
Overflow: In the rest of campground
Fires: Only in established fire rings
Extras: Picnic shelter and kayak rack at site
Fees: $12/night for up to 8 in site
Special Considerations: Campers are advised to store boats on kayak rack at campsite, uphill from the beach. Boats left at the beach may be vulnerable to vandalism.
Natural History: Take the time to visit Cutts Island, a Marine State Park that is approximately a 20-minute paddle from Kopachuck. Also known as Deadman's Island, local lore paints the island as an Indian burial ground. It is said that the dead were put in hollowed-out log canoes, which were then placed in the forks of trees so they would be closer to heaven.
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Reservations: No
Latitude: 47.3107
Longitude: -122.6869