Experienced paragliders and hang gliders who have their own gear can take off from a few state parks. Fort Flagler, Fort Ebey and Steptoe Butte welcome paragliders; while hang gliding is only allowed at Steptoe Butte.
The Department of Natural Resources has issued a statewide burn ban restricting the use of outdoor burning, campfires, the use of charcoal briquettes, and prescribed burns on all forest lands within DNR’s fire protection, including all Washington State Parks, through Sept. 30, 2024. This date may be extended or shortened depending on fire conditions. For more information, visit our Alerts page.