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Burn Ban - Level 1
Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park
4511 Huntzinger Road, Vantage, WA 98950
A National Natural Landmark, Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park offers hiking and interpretive activities. Camping and water access is down the road at Wanapum Recreation Area.
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Activities
Boating
Camping
Fishing
Hiking, Walking, Rolling and Running
Interpretive and Visitor Centers
Long-Distance Trails
Swimming
Volunteer
Amenities
Accessible Campsites
Automated Pay Station
Accessible Restrooms
ADA Buildings
Drinking Water
Restrooms
Grill
Picnic Tables
Accessible Parking
Parking
Interpretive Opportunities
Hiking Trails
Park features
Freshwater
Image
Lake
River
Seasonal Wildflowers
Viewpoint
Wildlife Viewing
Rules
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires Allowed in Designated Areas
Map & visitor guide
46.954521, -119.988263
Wanapum Recreation Area
Camp overnight at one of the full-hookup or hiker/biker campsites at nearby Wanapum Recreation Area.
Winter Schedule
Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Ginkgo Petrified Forest and Interpretive Center
Ginkgo Petrified Forest Interpretive Center offers day-use picnic areas, exterior displays and an interpretive facility.
The Trailside Museum and Trees of Stone Interpretive Trail
The Trailside Museum and Trees of Stone Interpretive Trail include signage about the petrified wood and 1.25 miles of trail that weave through petrified logs in their original setting. This site has a total of three miles of hiking trails.
Vehicle Recreation Drive Trail Access
Before accessing the area, complete the online form.
Planning Project in the Park
Ginkgo Petrified Forest Classification and Management Planning
Washington State Parks is working on the Classification and Management Planning (CAMP) and Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process for Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park. Land classification helps balance resource protection with recreational opportunities.
To learn more, keep up to date and provide comments for both the CAMP and EIS process, visit the Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park planning webpage.
For more information, call (509) 968-5298.
Park History
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