Kitsap Memorial State Park and Lofall

WDFW Beach Season Information

Clams, mussels and oysters CLOSED to harvest until further notice due to conservation concerns.
Washington Department of Health (DOH) cautions that clams, oysters, and mussels from Lofall are not fit for human consumption at any time.

The beach within 360 feet from the mouth of Lofall Creek near the southern park boundary is closed year-round due to bacteria loading from the creek.

WDFW shellfish seasons indicate the specific times of year when harvesting is permitted. Before heading to the beach, please also check the Department of Health (DOH) information below which is related to health of the shellfish and may be updated daily. To harvest on this beach, it must be both during the WDFW approved season and approved by the DOH.

Harvest profile

Due to damage to the oyster bed in 2010, this beach is closed to shellfish harvest for conservation reasons. Annual surveys are performed to track the oyster population's recovery. Clams are closed to prevent potential damage to the oysters as a result of digging activity. When open, the clam season and oyster season will be the same. 

Directions

From Bremerton, Olympia and Tacoma, travel north on SR 3 past Poulsbo and continue for about 5 miles to NE Park Street. Take a left onto NE Park Street and proceed to the park gate.

From Kingston and the Hood Canal Bridge, travel south on SR 3 to NE Park Street. Turn right onto NE Park Street and proceed to the park gate.

NE Park Street is located just south of the intersection of Big Valley Road and SR 3. Kitsap Memorial State Park can also be reached from Poulsbo via Big Valley Road.

Facilities

Kitsap Memorial State Park has restrooms, showers, potable water, camping, playgrounds, and picnic areas.