Dash Point State Park is a
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public recreation area on
Puget Sound
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that straddles the line between
King
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and
Pierce counties. The
state park
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has over of shoreline, 140 campsites, 11 miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking,
[ and offers beachcombing, fishing, swimming, birdwatching, windsurfing, ]skimboarding
Skimboarding or skimming is a boardsport in which a skimboard (much like a surfboard but smaller and without fins) is used to glide across the water's surface to meet an incoming breaking wave, and ride it back to shore. There are currently 3 U ...
, and wildlife viewing.[
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History
Prior to being known as Dash Point the area was known as lson Landing, Fairview Beach, and Woodstock Beach. The origin of the name Dash Point is unclear.[ The area was named Dash Point on official maps by 1877.][
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Recreational Activities
Dash Point State Park is a popular destination for residents of Federal Way during the summer months. Due to the tide patterns on the point, low tides reveal large areas of beach providing ample space for people to enjoy. It is common to see skim boarders on the beach. There is a yearly competition held by Dash Boards each summer.
The trails in the park are popular with runners. Entrances to the trail network can be found along many parts of the park in Federal Way and North East Tacoma.
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Dash Point State Park
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Dash Point State Park Map
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
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State parks of Washington (state)
Parks in King County, Washington
Parks in Pierce County, Washington