Team Building and Private Group Tours of Saltwater State Park

Last Updated: April 27, 2026

A Scenic Adventure Minutes from Seattle Southside Event Venues

Teams can now experience the wild beauty of the PNW, just minutes from Seattle Southside hotels and events.

Local tour company Evergreen Escapes has long offered guided tours of Mt. Rainier and other areas. But corporate groups don't necessarily have a whole day for a trip to the Cascades, and people in town for events are often seeking something closer and quicker. Recognizing the need for short, easy team-building ideas near Seattle, the company has begun offering private, guided half-day tours of Saltwater State Park. It's a great choice for smaller groups and conferences in Seattle Southside.

A Convenient Dip into Nature

Located in Des Moines, Washington, along the Puget Sound shoreline, the park is only 15 minutes from SEA Airport but feels like another world. Water laps the shore, gulls fly overhead, and tall, windswept bluffs give the sandy beach an enclosed, quiet feel. Behind the shore, trails wind through the leafy woods, where a creek runs to the ocean.

While it may feel remote, Evergreen Escapes makes getting there easy. A shuttle can pick up teams at a Seattle Southside hotel or event venue and take them right to the park, so no one has to worry about directions or parking. There, they can walk along the beachwood-strewn beach, which stretches far out towards the Sound during high tide. There, they can look out for marine wildlife such as herons and seals. If they'd like, they can add on a light service activity, such as beach cleaning (pictured above).

A Walk Through the Woods

The tour guide will take your team on a short hike through the woods behind the beach, pointing out interesting plants and local and migrating birds. Here is another opportunity to tack on an easy restoration project.

Throughout the park, there are many picnic tables and shelters to stop, rest, and enjoy lunch. Evergreen Escapes provides snacks and drinks, and can work with you to coordinate other food options.

Why a Trip to a State Park?

Many of today's workers spend the majority of their days inside or in front of screens. There's nothing like getting out into the fresh air to de-stress, clear one's head, and bond with colleagues. For those visiting Seattle Southside from somewhere else, visiting the Puget Sound shoreline provides a taste of the Northwest's unique beauty that can break up a long day of meetings or training. Saltwater State Park is unique in that it combines ocean views, forested trails, and unbeatable convenience.

How to Book

Evergreen Escapes can tailor the experience to your group's size and needs. Their experience is extensive - they've worked with a variety of groups from Amazon, Microsoft, Expedia, and other companies - so you'll be in good hands when you book with them.

Learn more and submit an inquiry about corporate groups.