Getting here is part of your adventure!
Vashon Island
Vashon Island is only accessible by boat or plane. We are just a short ferry ride from Seattle or Tacoma and from Southworth on the Kitsap Peninsula.
Pedestrians, cars and bicycles can use the Washington State Ferries.
From West Seattle: Fauntleroy-to-Vashon Route
From Tacoma: Pt Defiance-to-Tahlequah Route
From Kitsap Peninsula: Southworth-to-Vashon Route
WARNING: Summer ferry lines are LONG! Make sure to get in line for your desired boat 45 minutes to an hour before its scheduled departure time. You only need to purchase tickets at your departure terminal, your return trip is free!
DOWNTOWN SEATTLE: Monday through Friday, pedestrians and bicycles can also come directly from downtown Seattle during commuter hours on the King County Water Taxi. Exciting news- the water taxi will have additional sailings starting in July for the summer!
If you prefer to come on foot, the King County Metro bus routes run up and down Vashon Island (routes 118 & 119).
Schedule a ride with Vashon Rides: Call or text Jana at 206-228-9046 (Uber, Lyft & Venmo).
If you are waiting for a ferry, shuttle or for the bus, stop by The Mermaid Market for a delicious treat and cup of something tasty.
Jensen Point Boathouse:
8900 SW Harbor Drive
Your launch point for all kayak and standup paddleboard adventures! Our boathouse is located at Jensen Point, right off the Burton Loop facing Quartermaster Harbor.
From the North end ferry: head straight down Vashon Highway. Go straight through 3 four-way stop signs and turn left at the fourth; then either left or right at the next stop sign (it’s a loop) and drive to the Jensen Point Boathouse, 8900 SW Harbor Drive.
From the South end ferry: head straight up Vashon Highway and turn right at the first four-way stop sign; then left or right at the next stop sign (it’s a loop) and drive to the Jensen Point Boathouse, 8900 SW Harbor Drive.
Camping at Maury Island Marine Park
Located on the southeast edge of Maury Island, the Marine Park contains 320 acres of protected land and over a mile of public shoreline. We have seven campsites available for groups and singles looking to spend a night overlooking East Puget Sound and Mount Rainier. For more information, and to make reservations, click here.
Camping at Point Robinson and Lisabeula are bike in or paddle in only. More details and directions here
