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Thurston County Washington

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Burfoot Park

Burfoot Park covers 65 acres of property with 1,100 feet of saltwater beach frontage on Budd Inlet. It is a Nationally Recognized spot for polar plunges, ranking #11 on the AMFM Polar Plunge list! Visitors can enjoy nature trails and beach access that feature beautiful views of the State Capitol and the Olympic Mountains.

 

Park Hours

  • 9:00 a.m. to dusk daily

Location

  • Park - 6927 Boston Harbor Rd. NE, Olympia 98506
  • Boat Launch - 73rd Ave. NE, Olympia, WA 98506 (Boat launch facilities are available 1/2 mile north of the park at the Boston Harbor Boat Launch) 

Features

  • Playground
  • Saltwater Beach
  • Restrooms
  • Nature trails
  • Picnic sites with barbeques
  • The Main Shelter has picnic tables for 32-40 people, a large barbeque, and an electrical outlet.
  • The Meadow and Forest Shelters each have picnic tables for 24-30 people and a large barbecue.
shoreline at burfoot beach on a sunny day. pebble beach is lined by trees on a steep, sandstone cliffside

 

Reservations

Park Use Guidelines

To ensure a safe and enjoyable visit, please follow these rules:

  • Supervise children closely.
  • Stay on the paths and designated areas.
  • Be aware of uneven surfaces.
  • Leash and clean up after your pet.
  • Parks are for day use only.
  • Gates are locked at dusk.
  • Park in designated parking and remove your car before closing hours.

For the safety and comfort of all visitors, the following are not allowed in Thurston County Parks:

  • Bonfires
  • Loudspeakers
  • Fireworks
  • Firearms / Hunting
  • Livestock
  • Bounce houses
  • Disorderly conduct
  • Metal detectors
  • Smoking / Vaping of any product