This campground may not boast the top-notch amenities of some national parks, but the lake views and access more than make up for it. If you can live without a shower and sparkling porcelain for a few days, you'll enjoy this serene campground well outside of the city. The sites themselves have sturdy picnic tables and iron grates for campfire cooking. Unfortunately during our visit there was a nearly state-wide fire ban in effect due to the recent heat wave (mid-July.)

The lake is wonderful for both the laid-back floater or the active power-boater. Some areas are protected by a 10mph low-wake zone. There are two boat ramps, one for motor craft and one for canoes/kayaks. On the access road to the campground is a beach access area which draws a lot of day-use boaters.

It's a 20-30 minute drive to the nearest grocery/convenience/gas station on the edge of Easton, depending on traffic.

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Many people may drive right past this park on their way to the Olympic Peninsula not knowing that it has one of the best publicly accessible views of the Olympic Mountains from Kitsap. Walking to the far side of the playground then down the ramp to the beach, you'll find a magnificent unobstructed view of nearly the entire eastern range. Photographers should get here in the morning to get the best light.

This park also has some great campsites, cabins, a nice playground, plenty of day-use picnic areas, and ample parking. A camp host/ranger was onsite as well. There is even a large ranch ballroom on site for large parties. Bathrooms are in good shape and seem well-maintained.

Great place for lunch or a few nights of sylvan getaway!

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I like the upper/front area of this park where there are lots of trees, nice picnic spaces, a playground, decent parking, and some campsites. There is also a very nice covered group picnic area which can be reserved.

The beach area is usually a little busier but has another picnic area, boat launch, and pier. When we visited on a Friday morning, the pier was closed and the tide was up so there was little beach to walk on. It's a decent state park to visit if you're already in Kitsap but not worth a long trip.

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It's a pain to get here, but it's worth the trip! I brought some PCT hiker buddies to Hart's Pass to begin their northern section of the trail. Coming from Bellevue area, it was quite a journey but worth stopping an numerous points along the way if you have time.

Low-riding sedans, electric cars, or small vehicles are not recommended for the final 10 miles up to Hart's or beyond. You need some clearance, traction, and smart driving to make it safely to the top and back. Be wary of oncoming traffic; this is a dangerous road in certain conditions.

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