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Burn Ban Level 3
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Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.
Fort Simcoe Historical State Park
5150 Fort Simcoe Rd, White Swan, WA 98951
Once a Yakama Nation camping area, the rich, fertile region sparked discord between the tribes and Euro-American settlers, prompting the U.S. Army to construct a fort in 1856. Fort Simcoe's military history was short-lived when in 1859 the fort was closed and turned over to the Bureau of Indian Affairs. It is one of the few remaining pre-Civil War forts in the west.
Rules
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Alcohol is not permitted at Fort Simcoe State Park. This policy is strictly enforced throughout the park, including picnic shelters.
Activities
Bird Watching
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Amenities
Accessible Restrooms
Restrooms
Trash Service
Grill
Picnic Shelters
Picnic Tables
Parking
Horseshoe Pits
Playgrounds
Interpretive Opportunities
Hiking Trails
Park features
Field
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Alcohol is not permitted at Fort Simcoe State Park. This policy is strictly enforced throughout the park, including picnic shelters.
Map & visitor guide
46.3425591, -120.8392046
Nestled between rolling hills, small farms and tiny towns, Fort Simcoe has a unique sense of remoteness - and a beauty that makes it worth the drive.
Activities
Meander the 196-acre park to view five of the original buildings, the tribal jail and restored barracks. Don’t forget to look at the original blockhouse (defense lookout) and take in the golden valley below.
Try to spot a Lewis's woodpecker, as Fort Simcoe State Park is a haven for this bird of a different feather. Depending on the season you might also see Northern Flickers, Nuthatches, and Steller's Jays.
Relax under a shade tree or have lunch in the picnic shelter near the playground. Keep an eye on your food, as bears have been known to enjoy the park, too.
Don't forget to bring your equipment to play baseball, football, softball and soccer in the large, open grassy area.
Interpretive opportunities
To book a tour of the Commander's Quarters, call (509) 874-2372.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
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