Ruston Way Waterfront Park

Ruston Way Waterfront Park is a public ocean beach in Washington, about 1.3 miles from the town of Ruston. It's a straightforward stop with the basics covered: restrooms, accessible access and parking are all on site, and there is no fee to visit. Swimming is not allowed, so plan on enjoying the shoreline from dry land. Summer is the most comfortable time to come. July and August typically average highs around 76°F with only four or five wet days a month, according to typical averages from a nearby weather station, while winter brings highs in the mid-40s and rain on about 21 days a month. The beach pairs easily with other outings close by. Puget Canyon Trail is under a mile away, Point Defiance Park and Wilson Way Bridge Boulder offer climbing within about a mile and a half, and Garfield Gulch Trail is roughly 2 miles off.