[1] Sea turtles and shore birds such as the snowy plover, least tern, black skimmer and willet nest in the park during the summer.

The park has such amenities as beaches, birding, boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking, kayaking, picnicking areas, swimming, wildlife viewing, and full camping facilities.

The campground features 60 campsites with water, electric, a central dump station and two bathhouses.

The park has six large picnic shelters equipped with grills, tables and nearby restrooms.

Annual special events include the Coffee in the Campground from November through February, Coastal Cleanups in September and weekly interpretive programs in the fall.