Located in a picturesque setting, Schafer State Park offers a delightful escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. As a well-known brand in the outdoor recreation industry, Schafer State Park prides itself on providing top-notch amenities and services for its visitors. With a rich array of activities, including camping, fishing, swimming, and more, this park caters to outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and interests. Additionally, the park boasts immaculate facilities, including showers, WiFi, and electrical hookups, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for guests. Whether you're seeking relaxation or adventure, Schafer State Park promises an unforgettable experience amidst nature's beauty. Explore the park's stunning landscapes, engage in thrilling outdoor activities, and create lasting memories with family and friends. Embrace the serenity and charm of Schafer State Park and discover why it has become a renowned destination for nature lovers.
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Reviews
Schafer State Park is large & spread out, meandering along the Satsop River. The main entrance gate was closed on 11/8/23, so we continued on this road a short distance, & parked in a medium-size parking lot, on our right, just shy of a bridge spanning the Satsop River. We paid the Day Use Fee, $10, in an envelope provided here. You may also display your Discover Pass, should you possess 1. There are several decent fishing spots along the river here, although much of the shoreline is unfishable, from the bank. Campsites are available, within the park, though only in the warmer months.
What we saw this day, was incredibly beautiful Fall scenery, with orange & tan-colored leaves blanketing the forest floor, beneath countless tall, moss-covered & leafless Maple trees. Lush ferns lined the pathways through the forest in many places.
I saw a woodpecker, quite a few small squirrels, chattering and racing up & down the tree trunks here, a medium-sized tan bird, that was quite comfortable diving & swimming in the river, time & again, before flying to one of its favorite spots, a sand bar & log, stuck on it, midway out in the river. Flying through the air, along the Satsop River, were many inch-long, red-tinged moths. I noticed most were ascending, into the tree branches, & lit up beautifully in the bright sun.
Walking beneath the leafless trees, bright beams of sunlight crazily lit spots below, on the tranquil forest floor. The park was so pretty around 11am, with beautiful light glinting off the Satsop River, & also brightly illuminating the profuse & neon green patches of moss, which almost completely covered some trees, on our walk through Schafer State Park. Blue skies, mixed with cotton-ball clouds at the periphery, completed our scenery panorama today.
We ended up for a night here as a kind of stop over but it will now become a destination for sure. The camp is very well kept and will be expanded next year! The river was a welcome place to cool off and met some nice folks while enjoying it. Lastly, the staff was super friendly and helpful.
Beautiful place. Great camping area. Dishwashing station at camp host and office area. Free hot showers!!
This was our first trip here and we had fun with our small group including two 4 year olds and one 9 year old. We didn't go tubing down the river but there was a big group going tubing and I'm sure that would be fun! …
Love this place!! We camped this summer and have used the park for day use, multiple times, it's a great spot! The bathrooms on the camping side are so clean and there is a really nice shower, it's a smaller campground but has large sites …
Nice out of the way state park. We wanted to try camping somewhere new so this is where we ended up. The hiking trails inside the park are perfect for kids and very beautiful. Nothing too strenuous for younger kids. The river access was …
This place is literally a diamond in the rough...I have lived in the same area as this park for over 10 years and I've only driven by it...it's actually easy to miss believe it or not!! It's perfect to bring the lil ones with you to explore …
Great little State Park. Spaces are nice and wide. Definitely not a park for really long rigs. They are a little close together in the utility loop. The bathroom is very old and has old stone charm. There is river access in the park and makes for fun times. I would stay again.
2 night first tent camping trip to a Washington State Park near a River to stay cool during heat wave. Great staff and volunteer camp host, quiet spot with clean bathrooms (flush toilets) and shower. …
Hard to evaluate, appears closed for winter. Picnic area with large covered shelters was open. Rain kept us from exploring more. Picnic shelters are beautiful and can handle a large group.
Location
1365 W Schafer Park Rd, Elma, WA 98541, United States
Hours
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Monday
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
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Tuesday
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
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Wednesday
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
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Thursday
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
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Friday
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
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Saturday
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
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Sunday
08:00 AM - 04:30 PM
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