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Lighthouse Park Public Boat Launch
Subfacility of Lighthouse Park
About the Boat Ramp
Operated by the City of Mukilteo, the Lighthouse Park boat launch is located at the northwest side of the park on Elliott Point on Possession Bay. Three to four boats can launch at this site at one time, depending on the size of the boats.
Important Dates
May 15 to September 30: Boat launch floating docks are put in the water (installation varies due to weather conditions and tides.)
October 1 to May 14: Boat launch is open, but there are no floating docks. They have been removed from the water for the winter.
Important tip: Use caution on floating docks. They can be dangerous in windy and high wave conditions.
Early Access Dates
The City of Mukilteo will open the gate at the Mukilteo Lighthouse Park early on select dates to accommodate the opening of fishing seasons.
Crab Fishing:
- July 1 through July 7 – gate will open at 3 am and close at 10 pm
- July 8 – gate will go back to opening at 4 am and closing at 10 pm
Chinook Fishing:
- July 18 through July 20 – gate will open at 2 am and close at 10 pm
Salmon Fishing:
- August 1 through August 4 – gate will open at 2 am and close at 10 pm
Daily Boat Launch Parking Fees
An electronic fee machine makes payment quick and easy by accepting Visa, MasterCard and the following bills: ones, fives, tens, and twenties. The machine does not make change. A dated ticket will be issued for display on your dashboard. For vehicles with a boat trailer, a daily permit with overnight parking privileges is available. Annual permit holders are authorized to park overnight in the vehicle/trailer parking stalls, with permit displayed, for up to a maximum of four nights at any one time.
Vehicle / Trailer Parking
| Number of Days of Vehicle / Trailer Parking | May 15 to September 30 | October 1 to May 14 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $15 | $10 |
| 2 | $30 | $20 |
| 3 | $45 | $30 |
| 4 | $60 | $40 |
Annual Boat Launch Parking Pass - New Rates Effective March 1, 2023
- Resident: $85
- Non-resident: $170
You can apply and pay for an Annual Boat Launch Parking Pass online through the Permit Portal under "Community Development" category. You will need create an account and upload your driver's license and vehicle registration(s).
Please allow 3-5 days for the City of Mukilteo to review your application. Once approved your permit status will change to “Active” and you can start using the boat launch parking. Please note the following changes:
- No Physical Passes are being issued: You no longer need to display a physical parking pass on your vehicle's dashboard.
- License Plate Scanning: Your license plate will be linked to your active pass in our system. Our law enforcement team will scan license plates to verify parking permissions.
No Public Pumpout or Porta-Potty Dump Station at This Boat Launch
It is illegal to discharge untreated sewage anywhere within the three-mile territorial limit of the United States. In Washington, this includes all of Puget Sound. Use of U.S. Coast Guard approved Type I and Type II Marine Sanitation Devices is permitted; however, these do not treat waste to the same standard as land-based treatment. Please avoid use of these devices in shallow water, near shellfish beds and in marina basins.
The best option is to use a holding tank or porta-potty, also known as Type III MSDs. The nearest public pumpouts and porta-potty dump stations are listed below. These pump outs are free of charge, open 24 hours/day.
- Port of Everett Marina
Phone: 425-259-6001 - Port of Everett Boat Launch
Phone: 425-259-6001 - Port of Edmonds Marina
Phone: 425-774-0549
Fishing License
A species-appropriate license is required for each person 15 years of age and older; licenses are available at sporting goods stores or go to the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife site to purchase a license online.
There are no fish cleaning facilities on site. Please do not clean fish in restroom facilities!
Amenities
Restrooms are available near the launch. For last-minute snacks and refreshments, stores and restaurants are located near the park entrance. The nearest gasoline is up SR525 approximately 2.5 miles from the boat launch. The boat launch is located inside Lighthouse Park near the Washington State Ferry/Clinton. A no-fee trash compactor is available at the launch site. This launch does not have a sewage pump out.
For Information about the boat launch, call 425-263-8000.