Alerts

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

All water activities are closed due to high water toxin levels. Do not recreate in or around the water.

Anderson Lake is known for algae blooms that can close fishing and water recreation on the lake. Exposure to the toxins in the water can cause serious illness or death to people and pets.

Anderson Lake State Park will be closed for construction July 15 – Sept 30. Construction includes paving the entrance road, ADA parking, new restrooms, equestrian area improvements and a new extension to the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT).

Technical Climbing at Beacon Rock

Technical climbing on Beacon Rock’s south face is reopened as of 7/9/2026. The west and northwest faces remain open. The east face is permanently closed for the protection of natural resources.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

The Washington State Department of Health is warning residents and visitors not to harvest or eat recreational shellfish from Hood Canal after laboratory testing detected lethal levels of Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning toxin in shellfish samples collected this week near Hoodsport and surrounding areas. 

As a result, all recreational shellfish harvesting remains closed in Hood Canal from Foulweather Bluff and Port Ludlow Bay south, including Port Gamble Bay, Quilcene Bay, Dabob Bay, and Mats Mats Bay. The closure has been expanded to include Port Townsend, Oak Bay, and Marrowstone Island.  

Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all state public lands, including WA State Parks and the beaches that front state park lands.

There will be higher than normal congestion through Birch Bay State Park from 6:00am to 5:00pm on Saturday April 11th, 2026 due to two bike races planned by private organizations. For any questions or concerns please call 360-371-2800 or email: Birch.Bay@parks.wa.gov 

Thank you! 

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Climbers, please be aware that the following 2026 dates Horsethief Butte may be congested due to climbing groups in the area.  We suggest you plan to visit during the week when the area is less congested. We will continue to update throughout the season:  July 10-12 & 19, Aug 5, 8- 9, Oct 17-18.

No fires permitted at any time.

Partial Trail Closure due to flooding washout between lower Monumental Dam and Kahlotus, WA until further notice.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Bowman Bay and West Beach area have restrictions for vehicles and trucks with trailers over 25' in length due to limited maneuverability.

Approximately 150 feet of the northeast corner of the West Beach ADA Trail has been washed out, due to recent storms, and is no longer accessible.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

The trail from the parking lot down to the picnic area along the river is completely closed due to storm damage. 

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Currently there is no ice for sale at Fields Spring State Park, please ensure you bring ice with you when you visit!

No fires permitted at any time.

Several historical buildings are closed for repairs through August. This includes vacation rental houses, Water Way and Hospital Steward. Repairs include window replacement, new siding and painting.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

The park office, campground registration and staff offices are now located in building 202.

We're excited to invite you to stay at Fort Worden for 2026 season! Make your reservations now for stays beginning April 1 through Oct. 31. Bookings for large groups are also available in the campus’ two historic dormitories – email fortwordencampus@parks.wa.gov for more information.   

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all state public lands, including WA State Parks and the beaches that front state park lands.

No fires permitted at any time.

Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all state public lands, including WA State Parks and the beaches that front state park lands.

The boat launch is permanently closed, starting 6/25/2026.

Maintenance is happening on the Beach Trail and will be closed until further notice.

No fires permitted at any time.

Drinking water is not available on James Island Marine State Park.

Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all state public lands, including WA State Parks and the beaches that front state park lands.

Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all state public lands, including WA State Parks and the beaches that front state park lands.

Due to an unforeseen water leak drinking water is not available at Jones Island Marine State Park until further notice. Please plan accordingly and pack in your own water.

Moorage buoy is unsafe to use at this time. The anchor has drug into shallow water and a boat can ground at low tide. Repairs are not expected to occur within this boating season. Check back with this page for more information.

No fires permitted at any time.

The Swale Canyon portion of the Klickitat Trail will be closed for fire danger from June 21 through October 8 every season.

Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all state public lands, including WA State Parks and the beaches that front state park lands.

Kopachuck State Park will be closed to shellfishing for the 2026 season.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

As part of the third phase of the Interstate 90 Snoqualmie Pass East project, crews are building the connection to the new off-ramp.

Starting Monday, July 13, contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation will close the off-ramp at eastbound I-90 at exit 70 near Easton for approximately six weeks.

Eastbound travelers will need to travel one mile east to exit 71 and turn around to access exit 70 from westbound I-90. All businesses along Easton Sparks Road will remain accessible. Lake Easton State Park can be accessed from I-90 at exit 71.

Be careful in cold water! Even when the air is hot, rivers and lakes in King County can run very cold from melting snow. Cold water can trigger an involuntary gasp and rapid breathing that can cause drowning within seconds, even for strong swimmers and close to land. Always wear a life jacket and enter cold water slowly—especially kids! Find information about boater, river, and water safety at: Boating | Washington State Parks or kingcounty.gov/watersafety.  

For information about recent water temperatures at lake beaches, please visit: King County Swimming Beach Monitoring 

Both the Issaquah Creek bridge and the Tibbetts Creek bridge are currently closed due to erosion from winter high creek levels. We do not have a current timeframe for when the repairs for these bridges will be complete. For questions or concerns regarding this closure please reach out to our Lake Sammamish staff at Lake.sammamish@parks.wa.gov

Effective immediately, the boat launch is closed to trailered watercraft. Hand-carried watercraft (such as kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards) may still be launched at this site. Please note: Kayak and paddle board rentals are no longer available through the park store.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Camping will be closed in from September 15th, 2026 to June 15th, 2027 due to the water lines being replaced through the whole park.

During construction, the day use facilities will be intermediately available. Because of the nature of the project, expect frequent changes and alerts on the website may be delayed. To get the most updated information you can email or call the park. 

If you have any questions or concerns please call the park at 360-676-2093 or email Amber.Forest@parks.wa.gov

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Lyons Ferry State Park is completely closed until further notice due to nearby fire activity. Hwy 261 partial closure.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all state public lands, including WA State Parks and the beaches that front state park lands.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

Nisqually State Park is closed until further notice while ongoing construction occurs. For your safety, and the safety of our construction workers, please do not visit the park during this closure. For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Nisqually@parks.wa.gov. 

July 15 through September 30, 2026, there will be a complete closure of Loop 4 (sites 131 through 178) due to culvert replacement construction.

During the summer season of 2026, we will be undergoing extensive culvert replacements throughout the park from July 15 through September 30. Expect heavy equipment noise and traffic impacts, including single lane alternating traffic.

Be careful in cold water! Even when the air is hot, rivers and lakes in King County can run very cold from melting snow. Cold water can trigger an involuntary gasp and rapid breathing that can cause drowning within seconds, even for strong swimmers and close to land. Always wear a life jacket and enter cold water slowly—especially kids! Find information about boater, river, and water safety at: Boating | Washington State Parks or kingcounty.gov/watersafety.  

For information about recent water temperatures at lake beaches, please visit: King County Swimming Beach Monitoring 

The Lower Falls Viewpoint on the Twin Falls Trail is currently closed due to structural damaged sustained during a recent storm

No fires permitted at any time.

No open flames of any type, internal RV stoves OK. No smoking allowed. Trails and undeveloped areas may be closed to entry.

Palouse Falls State Park is closed until further notice due to nearby fire activity. 

No fires permitted at any time.

The trestle at Revere is temporary closed for repairs. Revere Road can be utilized as a detour. 

The western portion of the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail near the Mount Washington Trailhead is officially reopening June 5, 2026. We have completed construction of a new 350-foot long, 36-inches wide bypass trail around a storm-damaged trail section. The bypass is open to pedestrians, cyclists and equestrians. Cyclists are asked to dismount and walk their bikes along the 350-foot bypass before remounting on the original trail. Learn more about the project here.  

No fires permitted at any time.

The Snoqualmie Tunnel is open for the 2026 season. 

During the Vantage Bridge construction project, WSDOT is redirecting bicycles from I-90, both directions, to take the Beverly Bridge detour. The detour signs on the Palouse to Cascades Trail are only for the I-90 detour. The trail is open through the Yakima Training Center. 

No fires permitted at any time.

The trestle at Revere is temporary closed for repairs. Revere Road can be utilized as a detour. 

No fires permitted at any time.

The western portion of the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail near the Mount Washington Trailhead is officially reopening June 5, 2026. We have completed construction of a new 350-foot long, 36-inches wide bypass trail around a storm-damaged trail section. The bypass is open to pedestrians, cyclists and equestrians. Cyclists are asked to dismount and walk their bikes along the 350-foot bypass before remounting on the original trail. Learn more about the project here.  

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all state public lands, including WA State Parks and the beaches that front state park lands.

Penrose Point State Park will be closed to shellfishing for the 2026 season.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Sewer obstruction in sites 12-16. Visitors can dump their grey water, but we ask that they use the trailer dump located next to the Welcome Station to dump their black water.

 The day-use restroom is closed for repairs. Portable toilets are available for use. 

Access to the Ceres Hill trailhead will be interrupted due to bridge construction on Ceres Hill Road. This work starts as early as March 23, 2026, and ends on August 15, 2026.  Alternate trail access points near the closure: Meskill Trail Access, Rainbow Falls State Park, and Adna Trailhead.

The Kitchen Shelter will be closed beginning May 2025 through the end of December 2026 for restoration. 

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Due to storm damage, Adirondack site 42 is closed until it can be repaired. 

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Aubrey L White Parkway will be fully closed between the Bowl and Pitcher entrance and Rifle Club Rd starting Mon. July 20 for repairs to the historic rock retaining wall. The closure is expected to last 2 weeks.

Bowl and Pitcher will remain open, accessible from the south via Downriver Dr. View closure map here.

The Nine Mile Recreation Area swim beach is closed Monday July 13 - Wednesday July 15 for the application of aquatic herbicide.

Starting Monday, July 13, 7 Mile Rd will be closed between 9 Mile Rd(Hwy 291) and the 7 Mile bridge for sewer installation at the Sundance Meadows Development. This work is expected to be completed at the beginning of September.

Park locations west of the Spokane River remain open but must be accessed using the detour.

For the most current information about this project, please visit Spokane County's project page: This Week | Travel Impacts

No open flames of any type, internal RV stoves OK. No smoking allowed. Trails and undeveloped areas may be closed to entry.

The Rockport ADA Trail is closed until further notice due to storm damage. We apologize for the inconvenience and we appreciate your patience while we work to clear the trail. 

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Be careful in cold water! Even when the air is hot, rivers and lakes in King County can run very cold from melting snow. Cold water can trigger an involuntary gasp and rapid breathing that can cause drowning within seconds, even for strong swimmers and close to land. Always wear a life jacket and enter cold water slowly—especially kids! Find information about boater, river, and water safety at: Boating | Washington State Parks or kingcounty.gov/watersafety.  

For information about recent water temperatures at lake beaches, please visit: King County Swimming Beach Monitoring 

There are a number of projects in development in the campground area of the park, some resulting from flooding and erosion impacts. While the campground is closed, we are taking this opportunity to reevaluate camping within the park. We will have more information available as this work progresses.

Sequim Bay State Park will be completely closed from June 5th through September 15th, 2026, due to Construction of a New Park Entrance. If you were planning a visit to the area, there are many other beautiful parks. To find other options in the area please visit the Clallam County Parks page. Visit the Sequim Project Page for more information.

Subject to change. 

Sorry about the inconvenience.

Parks Staff,

No fires permitted at any time.

Trail Closure Notice- Wilbert Trail

A portion of the Wilbert Trail is temporarily closed due to bridge maintenance. Please use alternate routes on Fern Gully Trail or Ridge Loop Trail.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience.

Please contact the park office at (360) 678-4519 or email South.Whidbey@parks.wa.gov with any questions or concerns.

Hiker/Biker sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis and do reach capacity on weekends. It is recommended to arrive early for these sites. If campsites are at capacity, and unavailable, there are neighboring private managed camping locations on Lopez Island which may have availability. 

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Jones Bay and Osborn Bay Campgrounds

Level 3 Burn Ban- Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed.

No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

The North 3 miles of Hume Road between the park and Oaksdale is closed due to a county rebuilding project and is anticipated to be complete by August 1, 2026. Steptoe Butte is still accessible from the South side of Hume road. Please call the park 509-337-6457 or Whitman County Public Works 509-397-6206 for any questions!

Drinking Water is available at Stuart Island Marine State Park for Summer 2026. 

Drinking Water is available at Sucia Island Marine State Park for Summer 2026.  

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

The Washington State Department of Health is warning residents and visitors not to harvest or eat recreational shellfish from Hood Canal after laboratory testing detected lethal levels of Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning toxin in shellfish samples collected this week near Hoodsport and surrounding areas. 

As a result, all recreational shellfish harvesting remains closed in Hood Canal from Foulweather Bluff and Port Ludlow Bay south, including Port Gamble Bay, Quilcene Bay, Dabob Bay, and Mats Mats Bay. The closure has been expanded to include Port Townsend, Oak Bay, and Marrowstone Island.  

Fireworks are PROHIBITED on all state public lands, including WA State Parks and the beaches that front state park lands.

The day-use area will be closed July 5 - Aug 31, 2026 for shoreline and creek restoration. The main parking lots, beach, pier, dock, kitchen shelters and day use restrooms will also be closed. The Posh Pescatarian concessionaire will remain open with parking available for customers in the north parking lot. The campground will operate on a first-come, first-served basis throughout the closure. Campers may hear construction noise, including at night, during the duration. Camping reservations will reopen if construction ends early.

View the full closure alert here. 
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Consulte la alerta de cierre completa en español.

Reservations for campsites at Twanoh State Park are closed starting June 1, 2026 through spring of 2027 for a shoreline restoration project. Specific dates and details will be published when available.

Twanoh does not have trash service in day-use areas. Pack it in, pack it out! That includes food scraps, wrappers and recyclables. Additionally, please unbox and recycle new gear and gadgets at home – packaging is one of the biggest contributors to in-park litter. Thank you for helping reduce waste, protect wildlife and keep our parks beautiful for years to come.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Domestic water has been turned on at campsites. 

No fires permitted at any time.

Access to the Ceres Hill trailhead will be interrupted due to bridge construction on Ceres Hill Road. This work starts as early as March 23, 2026, and ends on August 15, 2026.  Alternate trail access points near the closure: Meskill Trail Access, Rainbow Falls State Park, and Adna Trailhead.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

There is ongoing construction along the Levy Trail. This is a long-term ecosystem restoration project conducted by the federal government and is scheduled until late 2027. The work includes large equipment driving up and down the Levy Trail. Expect extra noise near areas along the Levy Trail and campsites 17 - 36.