Historical photo from Inspiration Point viewpoint

Inspiration Point

Inspiration Point is a Vashon Park District (VPD) property located along Vashon Highway south of the town of Burton. It is a 0.9 acre viewpoint overlooking Quartermaster Harbor, Dockton, Mt. Rainier and the East Passage from 381 feet above sea level. For many years, there was a much admired panoramic view from the site; however, over the years, the trees downhill have grown up to obscure the view. The Vashon Parks Foundation would like to generate the funds for the VPD that are needed to improve the views at this special park property. 

In March of 2023, the members of the Southend Community Club worked as volunteers to weed and clean up the forested and planting areas within the park. Huge improvements were made, but VPD now needs to hire a professional forester to work on the trees downhill and further open up the view corridors. 

The Vashon Park District will complete the bidding process and provide project oversight. VPD will not do a major tree removal project, but rather contract a forester to limb up some of the fir trees and top some of the maples. It is feasible for the project to proceed incrementally as funds are secured. 

Vashon Parks Foundation has made the restoration of Inspiration Point's view a fundraising priority. Our goal is to raise $30,000 for the forestry work and updated signage at the park.