Dash Point Beach
Federal Way, Washington
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47°19'15.7"N 122°24'27.4"W Maps | Directions |
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Swim
Fees: Yes
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Federal Way, Washington
- Head west on S 312th St toward Pacific Hwy S (2.0 mi)
- Turn left onto SW Dash Point Rd (0.3 mi)
- Turn right to stay on SW Dash Point Rd (1.0 mi)
- Turn left to stay on SW Dash Point Rd (2.0 mi)
- Turn right onto Dash Point Park Rd (207 ft)
- Turn right to stay on Dash Point Park Rd (0.1 mi)
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