Hike Jarrell Cove State Park

Sunday, February 15, 2026
Title/Location: Jarrell Cove State Park, 391 E Wingert Rd, Shelton (on Harstine Island)
Hike Leaders: Cyndy Dillon Contact Information: fieldtrips@southsoundchapterwnps.org 253 225-9284 (text or call)
Departure Times: 10am Estimated Return Times: 12pm
Departure location: parking lot at end of road into park Number of people: 12
Hike Description: Jarrell Cove State Park is a 43-acre marine camping park with 3,500 feet of saltwater shoreline on the northwest end of Harstine Island in south Puget Sound. The forested island park is accessible by road and bridge and is off the beaten path. We will explore the one-mile of trails through native forests near the shoreline, including native evergreens and deciduous trees, shrubs, ferns, mosses and lichens. We can also do some winter twig identification.
Any special requirements: Walkers must pre-register with Cyndy Dillon (fieldtrips@southsoundchapterwnps.org), who will send a link to a mandatory liability waiver when you provide your email address. For the walk you will need to email the liability waiver to Cyndy or bring it to the walk. Bring water if you need it, dress for the weather and wear good hiking shoes. Restrooms are available. Discover Pass is required.
Directions: From Shelton, drive State Route 3 east for 11 miles. Turn right on Pickering Road, following sign for "Harstine Island and Jarrell Cove SP". Bear left, cross Harstine Island Bridge, and come to a T junction. Go left on North Harstine Island drive and in 3 miles continue straight through a four-way junction then left onto E Wingert Rd and left into the park. Do not turn at the marina sign, but continue until you see the state park sign and then turn left.