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Please note: A Burn Ban is in effect at all Washington State Parks and Properties at all times. Most camping parks are at a Burn Ban Level 1 or higher year-round. Most day-use only parks are designated No Fires Permitted at Any Time, unless they are equipped with fire rings or braziers. 

Burn Ban Levels

Burn Ban Level 1

  • Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills.
  • Propane and gas grills allowed.

Burn Ban Level 2

  • Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas.
  • Gas and propane allowed.
  • Charcoal may be restricted.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

Burn Ban Level 4

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

No Fires at Any Time

  • No fires permitted at any time of year.
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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Water Closure

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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.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Part of the Park is Closed

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 Lower Picnic Shelter is closed due to Construction

 

General

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South side Rock climbing now open

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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

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General

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The water fill station is still closed and under Maintenace at the dump station

Please fill up and get water prior to visiting the park. 

 

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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General

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Park gate will be closed every evening (but not locked) at dusk and will reopen by 8 am. Only registered campers are allowed in the park after closing time. 

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Notification

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The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission voted to keep the cabins at the park permanently closed where they currently sit. This was a difficult decision following an involved public process. Long-term planning, underway now through 2026, will evaluate the future of the park and other options for overnight accommodation. Day use in the park remains open, as does the Cama Center and café. Restrooms are not available in the lower beach area but are available in other parts of the park.
Visit the project page for more information and future opportunities for public input.

General

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All shuttle services at Cama Beach are temporarily suspended. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Boating and Moorage

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Starting Monday, October 20 the docks at Lowell Point boat launch will be pulled and the launch will be winterized until Spring 2026. The boat launch will still be open for use, however, the docks will be removed. 

Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Part of the Park is Closed

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Cape Disappointment camping and several day-use areas are scheduled to close Sept. 16, 2025 until late spring 2026 while the park undergoes major renovations. Camping reservations are unavailable for that time period. Please see our project page for more information and to plan your day trips accordingly.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Part of the Park is Closed

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

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Notification

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Please be advised there is a wildfire in our area, however, it is not threatening the Park. The Park is open for camping and recreating at this time. Current wildfire information can be found at www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires. For current smoke levels please check PurpleAir.com for real-time conditions.

Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Water Closure

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Pass Lake is closed to all recreational access effective August 13, 2025, due to elevated Microcystins and Anatoxin-A.  The lake will remain closed until levels are below recreational guidelines.

General

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West Beach parking lot is at a reduced capacity. Boat trailers, RV's and towed campers over 25 feet, are not permitted in the West Beach parking lot.

Boating and Moorage

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The boat ramp at Bowan Bay is no longer available for launching any boat that requires a trailer to launch.  Kayakers can still hand launch any kayak.  Additionally, there is no longer any boat trailer parking available at Bowman Bay and parallel parking will not be allowed.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Notification

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The Dump Station is currently Temporarily Closed for Maintenance. 

Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Construction

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There is construction at the entrance of the park. This work starts at the end of May and will last through August. The work includes construction of a new Welcome Center, bathrooms, park office, and improved roadways. Expect construction noise and occasional stopping of traffic at the park entrance.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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General

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A Discover Pass is required for day-use parking in all areas of Fort Worden Historical State Park, to include the upper campus. A Discover Pass can be purchased at the Fort Worden Park office, at the self-serve kiosk at the beach and at a new self-serve station being installed near the park's the main entrance. Learn about more ways to buy a Discover Pass here.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Part of the Park is Closed

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For vehicle access from Recreation drive into Fish and Wildlife Lands, please use the green dot system out of the Whiskey Dick wildlife unit. WDFW Map. WDFW Contact Info. Equestrian, foot, and bicycle access is allowed. 

Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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General

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Park gate will be closed every evening (but not locked) at dusk and will reopen by 8 am. Only registered campers are allowed in the park after closing time. 

General

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Same day reservations can now be made for campsites. Reservations can be made online or by phone at (888) 226-7688, or at the park office during office hours. Check-in time for all reservations is 2:30 p.m. Sites must be paid for before they are occupied.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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General

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

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Water Closure

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Drinking Water on Jones Island Marine State Park has been turned off for the season.  Please plan accordingly to pack in and supply your own water for use during your stay. 

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Boating and Moorage

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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.

Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Part of the Park is Closed

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

 

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Notification

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To learn more about the stream restoration project happening in the park please visit: Restoring Lower Issaquah Creek - Mountains To Sound Greenway Trust.  For the latest conditions, please reach out to the Lake Sammamish State Park office at 425-649-4275 or lake.sammamish@parks.wa.gov

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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General

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Beginning June 23, 2025, Start Parks will lower the water level of Lake Sylvia by approximately five feet to relieve pressure on the aging Lake Sylvia dam. The lake will remain open for recreation.

General

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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.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Please be advised there is a wildfire in our area, however, it is not threatening the Park.  The Park is open for camping and recreating at this time.  Current wildfire information can be found at www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires.  For current smoke levels please check www.PurpleAir.com for real-time conditions.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Construction

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There is construction on parts of Fragrance Lake Rd Trail and Burnout Rd. Trail. Department of Natural Resources is working on this project. This starts on Monday September 8th, 2025 and will last for a couple weeks. The work includes grading and heavy equipment operation. Expect there to be noise and possible trail closures in these areas.

Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Notification

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Please be advised there is a wildfire in our area, however, it is not threatening the Park. The Park is open for camping and recreating at this time. Current wildfire information can be found at www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires. For current smoke levels please check PurpleAir.com for real-time conditions.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Construction

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There will be intermittent maintenance on the upper floor of the Vista House continuing throughout the summer. Expect noises and disruptions when visiting the Vista House and the surrounding area. 

General

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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is conducting an ongoing study of moose populations on Mt. Spokane and throughout northeastern Washington. Park visitors can expect to see low flying helicopters and collared animals within the park.

More information about this study can be found at this WDFW blog post.

Construction

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There will be intermittent maintenance on the upper floor of the Vista House continuing throughout the summer. Expect noises and disruptions when visiting the Vista House and the surrounding area. 

General

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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is conducting an ongoing study of moose populations on Mt. Spokane and throughout northeastern Washington. Park visitors can expect to see low flying helicopters and collared animals within the park.

More information about this study can be found at this WDFW blog post.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Park is Completely Closed

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Nisqually State Park will be closed to the public beginning Jan. 26, 2025. There will be park closures through 2025 while crews complete the development of a trail system and building construction. We appreciate the patience of the community and visitors while this work is completed. Learn more about the project here.

Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 4

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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There will be increased trail congestion every weekend at Hyak trailhead towards North Bend for the month of September due to planned trail runs. Please contact the park office at 509-968-5298 with any questions or concerns.

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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. 

Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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General

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The Snoqualmie Tunnel will be opening May 1st for the 2025 season.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Part of the Park is Closed

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Due to recent wildfire damage, a portion of the Rex Derr Trail is closed until further notice. For your safety, do not enter the closed portion of trail. 

Construction

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The east fishing dock will be closed beginning Sept. 2 for replacement. Work expected to be completed by June 2026. Bank fishing is still available. 

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Shellfish

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Shellfishing at Penrose Point State Park is CLOSED for the 2025 season.

Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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General

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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.

General

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O'Sullivan and Perch Point areas are under a Level 3 Burn Ban 

No Wood or Charcoal fires allowed.

Propane/gas self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits are allowed.

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

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Part of the Park is Closed

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

General

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The trailer dump is closed until further notice.

Construction

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

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Part of the Park is Closed

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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.

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban No fires at any time

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No fires permitted at any time.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Beginning in mid-July, the Centennial Trail between Superior Street and Mission Park will be closed for utility work. A detour will be in place through Mission Park and along Superior Street. The City of Spokane will be replacing a sewer line under the Centennial Trail in this area. The work is scheduled to be complete by mid-September. Click here for a map of the project area: Centennial Trail Mission Park Detour

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Notification

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Please be advised there is a wildfire in our area, however, it is not threatening the Park. The Park is open for camping and recreating at this time. Current wildfire information can be found at www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires. For current smoke levels please check PurpleAir.com for real-time conditions.

Burn Ban Level 3

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General

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Osborn Bay and Jones Bay Campgrounds are under a Level 3 Burn Ban.  

No Wood or Charcoal fires allowed.

Propane/gas self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits are allowed.

 

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Park is Completely Closed

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Steptoe Butte is completely closed for a road improvement project. Repaving this road will improve the visitor experience, access and safety. Anticipated completion will be late October. Keep checking this website for updates.

Burn Ban Level 3

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General

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Drinking water is available at Stuart Island Marine State Park for the Season.

Burn Ban Level 3

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Drinking water is available at Sucia Island Marine State Park for the Season.

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Starting October 1st through March 31st, Tolmie will be closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Park will be open 9am-dusk Wednesday-Sundays.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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Notification

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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.

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Starting in 2026 Twanoh State Park will have NO TRASH SERVICE in the day use areas. Pack it in - Pack it out!  

Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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General

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Park gate will be closed every evening (but not locked) at dusk and will reopen by 8 am. Only registered campers are allowed in the park after closing time. 

Burn Ban Level 2

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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Notification

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Please be advised there is a wildfire in our area, however, it is not threatening the Park. The Park is open for camping and recreating at this time. Current wildfire information can be found at www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires. For current smoke levels please check PurpleAir.com for real-time conditions.

Burn Ban Level 3

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There are multiple trail improvement projects occurring in Pacific County this fall that require portions of the trail to be closed.

-The trail will be closed from Salmon Creek (MP28) to Lebam (MP 38) September 15th through December 31st for resurfacing work.

-The trail will be closed at approximately MP 47 just west of Menlo September 8th-Dec 31st for the construction of a new trailhead.

-There will be rolling closures along the trail between Menlo (MP 46) and Lebam (MP 38.5) from September 15th-December 31st for resurfacing work.

Milepost distances noted are from Chehalis heading west. Thank you for your patience while these developments occur.

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Burn Ban Level 3

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

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Construction

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There is ongoing construction along the Levy Trail. This is a long-term ecosystem restoration project conducted by the federal government 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. 

The week of August 4 - 8 work will begin at 6:00 a.m. and end at 6:00 p.m.