Seaquest State Park First Day Hike- Forest Ranger Ramble

Event Date

January 1, 2026, 11am - 12:30pm

Join park staff for a late morning forest mindfulness exploration. We’ll meet at the Kitchen shelter by a warm crackling fire to chat about the wildlife that call this park home. Ranger staff will bring along skins and skulls to learn from, and commemorative buttons and warm refreshments and treats will be provided. We’ll wander for 2-miles through the forest, stopping to get acquainted with the wild world around us. If you were a bird, where would you perch? If you were a leaf, how would the rain feel? We’ll have a mindfulness scavenger hunt available for families to complete along the way as well as other activities throughout the event. Trail is relatively flat and narrow, with mud, tree-roots and stairs.

LENGTH OF HIKE: 2 miles roundtrip, loop

WHERE TO MEET: Day-use kitchen shelter

IS THIS HIKE RECOMMENDED FOR BEGINNERS? Yes, great for beginners

ADA ACCESSIBLE? No, not accessible- mud, stairs, and tree roots along trail

STROLLER ACCESSIBLE? No, trailer is not stroller accessible

Are leashed dogs allowed? Yes, well behaved leashed dogs are welcome

MINIMUM AGE? No minimum age

RESTRICTIONS: No restrictions. Possible cancelation due to inclement weather if dangerous driving conditions exist.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED? No, registration not required

THINGS TO BRING: Warm winter gear advised, and sturdy water-resistant boots in preparation for wet weather. Some First Day Hikes have been clear and crisp, while others have been snowy or rainy.

CANCELLATION INFORMATION/NUMBER TO CALL: In the event of a cancelation, please inquire with Alysa Adams by calling or texting 360-644-4704 or the park office at 360-274-8633

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