Many parks have been affected by winter weather and storms. Please check for alerts before heading out.
Many parks have been affected by winter weather and storms. Please check for alerts before heading out.
Washington State Parks protects some of the most diverse — and most beautiful — lands in the country.
From ocean beaches to mountain waterfalls, hiking trails to swimming areas, Washington’s state parks welcome you to explore a wide variety of outdoor recreation and experience the state’s most iconic and breathtaking natural wonders.
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission cares for Washington's most treasured lands, waters, and historic places. State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives.
Washington's state parks will be cherished destinations with natural, cultural, recreational, artistic, and interpretive experiences that all Washingtonians enjoy, appreciate, and proudly support.
The agency has adopted the following core values: