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Why must reservations for campsites at Washington Park be made at least 14 days in advance?

The 2-week minimum is based upon our 14-day stay limit. If a site does go unreserved, we then place it in our first come, first served pool. The 14-day minimum then ensures no reservations are made on sites now occupied by other campers. We work hard to keep our fees reasonable, and our 14-day reservation minimum requires staff to update reservable sites once a day, thereby not having to have a person dedicated to real-time tracking of site availability, and ensuring those that do travel long distances that their site is theirs exclusively, guaranteed for the 2-week stay limit.

Unlike State Parks, by maintaining some first come, first served sites, we create opportunities for the last minute camping trip. Customer response to this policy is well received and many of our campers don't have to make reservations and can use the park on a whim. We do have a dedicated phone line, 360-293-1927, that campers can call to check on current site availability. The typical State Park reservation must be made at least 8 months prior to the planned camping trip. Our current policies on reservations and first come, first served sites have been well received by most people and has increased camping revenues significantly.

Please contact the Parks and Recreation office for more information 360-293-1918.

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1. Can I make a campsite reservation for Washington Park?: Yes. You can go online to our Online Reservation site anytime during the calendar year to make your reservation. Reservations must be made at least 14 days in advance of your arrival date and payment is required at the time of the reservation. Make a Reservation

2. Do you have a group camping area?: Yes. Small groups (30 people maximum) can reserve the group camp as permitted by the Parks Director. Please contact the Parks and Recreation office for more information 360-293-1918.

3. Do you have a leash law at the park?: Yes, dogs much be on a leash at all times. Please contact the Parks and Recreation office for more information 360-293-1918.

4. How can I find driving directions to Washington Park?: The address for finding driving directions on the Internet for Washington Park is 6300 Sunset Avenue, Anacortes, WA. From I-5, take exit 230. Drive west on Highway 20 into Anacortes. Follow North along Commercial Avenue, turn L onto 12th Street and proceed west for approximately 3 miles. 12th Street will turn into Oakes Avenue, then Sunset Avenue but continue straight and the road will lead you into Washington Park. Please contact the Parks and Recreation office for more information 360-293-1918.

5. How do I register for a recreation program or class?: Register for a class or program online

6. How do I reserve a picnic shelter?: There are three picnic shelters at the park; one can be reserved and the other two are first come, first serve. See the WASHINGTON PARK FEES for current rates. Reserve online here. For more information or to make a reservation over the phone, call 360-293-1918.

7. How much does it cost to camp at Washington Park?: Check rates online here.

8. What are my chances of getting a campsite without a reservation?: Generally speaking, our sites at Washington Park will fill by early Friday afternoon between Memorial Day and Labor Day on any given weekend. You will greatly increase your chances of getting a site if you can time your arrival between Sunday-Thursday; however, we cannot guarantee this availability. To obtain current campsite availability from our recorded information line, please call 360-293-1927, ext. 4.

9. What are the campsite occupancy rules?: Campsites are limited to: 8 people, 1 camping unit, 1 additional vehicle, and 2 additional tents if campsite allows - determined by the Park Manager. Please contact the Parks and Recreation office for more information 360-293-1918.