Planning the ultimate Washington state park road trip
Washington's top road trip destinations can be found from the San Juans to Walla Walla. Depending on where you are and where you're going, you're sure to find iconic stops and hidden gems.
Check out these itineraries from around the state and plan your next adventure at https://washington.goingtocamp.com.
Near Spokane and the Idaho Border
- Riverside
- Spokane River Centennial Trail
- Columbia Plateau Trail North
- Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail - East
- Mount Spokane
Read more: Top five state parks to see near Spokane and the Idaho Border
In and around Wenatchee
Read more: Sun, snow and adventure for all seasons at these five state parks near Wenatchee
Around Olympia
Read more: Five state parks you won’t want to miss near Washington’s capital
In the Seattle area
Read more: Five must-visit state parks near Seattle for easy outdoor getaways
Bellingham and the far north Northwest
Read more: Five iconic state parks near Bellingham and the far north Northwest
Bremerton and around Kitsap County
Read more: Five state parks near Bremerton that spark imagination and adventure
Heading south to Vancouver and Portland
- Paradise Point
- Battle Ground Lake
- Beacon Rock
- Seaquest and the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center
- Fort Columbia and Cape Disappointment
Read more: Top five must-see state parks near Portland and Vancouver
Originally published May 01, 2026