Lovely beach with a swimming area and great views. Dog friendly hike along the stream.read more

A first time visitor!!! Mainly dropped by to swim for oysters! Nice spot to get some big ones…read more Parking is limited, so gotta drive around to find a parking space, if you get lucky. Swimming around and walking in the water to find good oysters was a fun and new experience. When we went, it was pretty packed in the Summer time, so plan to see a few groups of people doing the same kind of thing near you. They will be swimming nearby, walking and digging up oysters by the dock as well. Didn't go hiking at the Park, so this review is mainly for visiting the beach and dock area, which I would recommend for everyone. Maybe go on a hot day to take advantage of the water? Check the tide schedule for the water level in order to get oysters, if that's on your to-do list, too. Overall, we had a good ol' time!

Stumbling upon this place was a pleasant surprise! I saw a sign for nature trails and pulled off…read moreand parked the car. I wasn't sure what to expect really, but I was blown away with what I experienced today. I saw very few people out and about on the trails, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The views are breathtaking and what really takes the cake is the ease and accessibility of the trails- really makes for a nice afternoon walk/outing. If I'm ever in the area again, I would certainly like to explore every nook and cranny and possibly see some wildlife!

Beautiful walk through the wetlands. Not much elevation change, and the view at the end of the…read moreboardwalk is worth it. It's a little bit run down, but that doesn't take away from the charm and beauty.

My favorite park. A lot of wildlife from birds (eagles, herons, even the occasional kingfisher) to…read moresalmon to shellfish and bugs. Wildflowers. Camping and clean bathrooms though I've never camped - it's a great place. Shallow creek area perfect for kids to swim. Just be aware of salmon season - and to respect them. Amazing place to observe nature.

This is a great park, as far as we know! We had no incidents, and loved the scenery all around. We…read morefound our campsite adequate and thought many around us looked pleasant as well. The bathrooms were clean and everyone we ran into was friendly. We loved the different varieties of water around, including the canal and also a cheerful creek running through the grounds.

A great park to spend the day at. The trails are beginner level and have good walkways. The dirt is…read moremostly compact so even on a rainy or wet day there aren't too many puddles or muddy spots. It's a clean and well taken care of area.

Huge and well maintained park with a lot of parking available. The playground is very nice and my…read morekids enjoyed playing here. There are restrooms available and areas for several sports (tennis, soccer, basketball, etc). There is definitely something for everyone here to enjoy the day!

I was staying on the peninsula for work. However, I had the later shift, so I had time to explore…read moreduring the day. Searching for waterfalls with easy access, I found Rocky Brook Falls! A few minutes drive off of 101 in Brinnon, WA you'll find Rocky Brook Falls. Across the street are a few parking spots, but beware that side is private property and there are a bunch of no trespassing signs. The entrance to the trail was not obvious to me. So I took some photos showing the path. But it's a short walk to the falls, which by the way, was a lot larger than I thought it would be! You will have to climb over some boulders to access the pool at the base of the falls, so just be aware of that. I came on a summer weekday, so there was only another couple with their dog there. You practically had the place to yourself! It has been one of the dryer summers, so I imagine after a good rainfall, the falls would be roaring and serene. Also note, there are no bathroom facilities and no cell service in the immediate area.

What an easy hike to an unpopulated waterfall with wading, swimming, and jumping options. I don't…read morethink it gets better than this for a hidden treasure. I highly recommend. Bring some Keens or other water shoes as you have to scrabble over some larger boulders at the edge of the pool - but to keep it real, I wore flip flops. There is a dirt parking lot on left side . Cross over the road and hike the trail on the right side.

Even though we used Google Maps, we still got a bit lost trying to find this spot. I think we ended…read moreup adding 30 minutes to our driving time because we had to make a bunch of U-turns. Anywho, eventually, we found this spot, and it was exactly how my aunt and uncle described it. Lots of nature and walking paths, and gorgeous views of the water. The campgrounds are also sizeable, and there were plenty of campers and families hanging out and enjoying the sunshine. There's also a little amphitheater area made of tree stumps and wooden benches with a wooden stage. I think you have a reserve that area if you wanna use it, though. This place is chill and great for passing the time (maybe like 2 hours or so if you meander through all of the walking trails). Also, it's pet-friendly.

Top notch camping site. In wet weather, the conditions can be a little marshy, but theres tent…read morecamping down the hill a bit that appears to be nice. It rained the whole weekend we were here but the host was pleasant and friendly, the people there definitely maintain the park beautifully, and the ranger came by several times which made us feel remotely safe. Plenty of fun in the area for boating and swimming, two spots for RV/Travel Trailer camping. It's a serene and beautiful site that was more than adequate for a weekend away. If you're looking for just a night or several weeks, this campground is well maintained with beautiful views, and friendly and hardworking staff members. Truly a gem.

Horseshoe Lake County Park is located in Kitsap County with a large lake, barbecues, picnic tables,…read morevolleyball court (on sand), playground and walking trails. Swimming, canoeing, kayaking and fishing is all allowed at this large lake. And this county park is also dog friendly. My husband, our little girl dog and I stopped by this park on a Thursday afternoon, a little before 1 pm. The reason why we came here was because we were looking for a park with barbecue grills because we had just purchased some raw, fresh oysters and clams from Minterbrook Oyster Farm and wanted to cook some up for lunch. A local at a nearby convenience store suggested this park and so we headed on our way (be sure to purchase charcoal if you want to use the park grills). Parking is plentiful, plenty of parks to provide shade and lots of grass available for our little girl to mark her territory. With a handful of barbecue grills, we decided to pick one by the volleyball court. My husband set up the grill and did the cooking (that is what husbands are for) and my little girl and I explored this large park in the meantime. There are restrooms by the playground, but I did not use it. Also during our visit, a park employee told us that he had to close the restrooms (due to some kind of plumbing problem) and that porta-potties will be delivered later today. This is a great park to have a family get together, picnic, friend gathering (play volleyball or bring your kayaks and launch off of here), fly your drone here or toy planes and play with your dog(s) here. If I lived closer, I would be out here on a regular basis.

The lake is awesome and all but I will say the bathrooms are pretty nasty and it's hard to find…read morewhere to park so overall its pretty good

This park really needs some help. The tennis court needs a lot of work. Also, I would be a little…read morecautious over your surroundings. While we were there for an hour attempting to clean the tennis court, there were a few cars that were just hanging around, and they were doing drugs.

The other reviews on this park are incorrect in the fact that this park is NOT flat. Anyone with…read moremotility issues will have a hard time here. It's very hilly; even the park entrance has an immediate hill. If you don't have motility issues, it's a great little park with tons of nature and educational resources. If you have a reactive dog, keep your eyes open because it's pretty crowded with other dog owners.

A quintessential park nestled in the heart of Newcastle. A paved path goes through the park…read more You'll find tennis courts, volleyball courts, a playground and plenty of space to hang out. At the lake you can sit and enjoy the view, go fishing or even kayaking. Lots of nature to hear and greenery to enjoy. You'll find everyone and anyone here. Enjoying a picnic, walking their dog, leisurely strolling, running and exercising or simply just hanging out. You'll even find firefighters here doing practice work. This park is often the place for many city and community events.

Stopped by Lake Boren Park on a sunny Saturday afternoon for the first time, and it turned out to…read morebe a great spot for the kids. The playground was well-suited for a range of ages, with swings, a see-saw, and even a small climbing wall to keep them entertained. There was plenty of open grass for families to lay out picnic blankets, and a covered area that was bustling with what looked like a birthday party or community event. The park also has solid amenities like tennis courts, a volleyball area, and a basketball court for older kids and adults. I especially enjoyed the shaded walking paths, which offered a nice break from the sun. The one downside was the bathroom. It was in poor condition and definitely could use some upkeep. Parking was available but packed due to the nice weather, so we had to park a short walk away. JY review.

Looking for a great place to hike through an awesome forest well this would be that place!…read more Coming here I knew it would be awesome as well as super green and just amazing as this area is pretty much in the middle of no where and a bit of a mission to get to but once your here the amazingness of the forest takes over and makes you feel right at home! There are a few trails that lead deeper into the forest as well as to creeks and streams that do have some fish in them if your looking to catch some dinner you've definitely came to a right place as the scenery is amazing the trails are easy to hike through and the forest provides a great deal of shade on those days that actually do get hot here. As in pretty much most of the state you can find Wild berries growing here and pretty much everywhere certain times of the year so they definitely probably an awesome trail side snack for all to enjoy! Overall this is an awesome area to hike and just enjoy nature so definitely check it out!