- Cutts Island State Park offers no direct swimming options as it is a marine park.
- The island's surrounding waters can be used for swimming, but there are strong currents.
- There are no lifeguards on duty at the state park.
- Visitors should swim with caution due to potential hazards like jellyfish and sharp shells.
- Swimming near boats or other watercrafts in Carr Inlet is not recommended because of safety concerns.
Scuba diving is permitted, and there is an underwater park located half-mile south of the park, off the beach of Kopachuck State Park.
Boating: The nearest pumpout is located south of the park at Penrose State Park.Moorage buoys: 8 buoys available. Moorage fees are charged year round for mooring at docks, floats and buoys from 1 p.m. to 8 a.m.
Warning: there is a natural spit on the north side of the island. Boaters should be careful as the water can get shallow in this area.