A boat trip on Lake Stevens will need a little extra planning next week. The Davies Beach boat launch is scheduled to close from 7:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16, through 4 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 19, while the city treats the lake.
Elsewhere, Kayak Point’s floating launch dock is out for winter, waterfront construction continues at Flowing Lake, and seasonal closures affect several north county parks. Here is what to check before choosing a place to launch, walk or camp this November.
Davies Beach: launch closed Nov. 16–19
The City of Lake Stevens’ treatment notice gives a continuous closure from Monday morning through Thursday afternoon. Plan around that full period, including the evenings and overnight hours.
The work is an alum treatment intended to help maintain the lake’s water quality. The announced access restriction concerns the Davies Beach boat launch.
If you are considering a different launch, the city also lists North Cove at 12200 17th Place NE. Check its boat-launch information for access and parking requirements before changing your plans. Questions about the treatment can go to surfacewater@lakestevenswa.gov.
Kayak Point: winter dock removal and construction limits
At Kayak Point, the county’s current project access list identifies the boat launch and fishing pier as open. The floating launch dock has been removed for winter, and the page gives no specific date for its return.
The vehicle access road, northern picnic shelters and limited day-use parking are listed as open. Portable toilets are available. The southern portion of the day-use area, playground, central restroom and southern restroom and picnic shelter remain closed during construction.
For a family outing, check that access list before promising a playground stop or choosing a picnic spot. The park is at 15711 Marine Drive in the Stanwood area.
Flowing Lake: launch and dock closed for waterfront work
At Flowing Lake County Park, 17900 48th St. SE, Snohomish, the boat launch and dock are closed for the waterfront-access project. The launch closure began Sept. 28, and the county’s published schedule extends to around Memorial Day 2027.
The county also lists intermittent closures of areas along the beach in its current parks notice. Check the project page for access changes before heading there; the future reopening schedule can change.
River Meadows: campground work, with yurts still open
Near Arlington, River Meadows’ campground is closed for November maintenance, while its yurt village remains open, according to Snohomish County Parks’ announcement. It gives no exact campground reopening date.
The park is at 20416 Jordan Road, northeast of Arlington. Day-use and campground restrooms are winterized, with portable toilets provided. For an overnight visit, our River Meadows guide explains yurt reservations and what to bring.
Whitehorse Trail: check the route before setting out
The county’s current Whitehorse Regional Trail alert lists four separate closures. The western three miles between the Centennial Trail and Bridge 701 are closed for construction scheduled through spring 2027.
Other closures are about 1.7 miles east of the Trafton Trailhead, at French Creek Bridge and on a section west of Darrington. French Creek Bridge is closed to everyone, including pedestrians, and the county lists no detour. Review the project page’s map when choosing an open stretch of trail.
Two more dates for campers
The county’s seasonal closure list includes:
- Wenberg County Park: the RV dump station is closed from Nov. 1, 2026, to April 1, 2027.
- Whitehorse campground: closed for winter through March 31, 2027. This is separate from the trail restrictions above.
For background, see our earlier Lake Stevens treatment report and winter parks guide.
Access details checked Nov. 10, 2026. Open the linked city and county notices before setting out, particularly if you need a boat launch, permanent restroom or a specific section of trail.
