Washington State Parks

First Day Hike Restoration Event (Deception Pass)

Deception Pass State Park

Kick off 2026 at Deception Pass State Park by helping us plant trees at Pass Lake!

Battle Ground Lake First Day Hike

Battle Ground Lake State Park

Join Ranger Ryan Reynolds at 9 AM for a Ranger guided interpretive hike around Battle Ground Lake. This hike will include information about the park's history, flora and fauna and what exactly makes this park special.

This hike will take place on the upper lake trail, which is an easy to moderate trail with a few elevation changes of up to 50 ft. The trail stretches about a mile and has overarching views of Battle Ground Lake and many pine and cedar trees along the way. A volunteer will stay staffed at the interpretive shelter with touch table interpretive items, kids' activity pages and snacks.

Cama Beach First Day Hike

Cama Beach Historical State Park

Join the Interpretive Specialist, Meredith Peterson, and other park staff for a walk out to Cranberry Lake to get out and get moving on the first day of the year. This gentle trail leads you through the forest to a marsh ecosystem, where there is an active beaver lodge and signs of their activity along the way. Enjoy hot drinks and snacks at the drop off shelter before the hike begins.