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Book the beach all year long at Fort Flagler Historical State Park
PORT TOWNSEND — Reserve your next adventure along the storied shores of Fort Flagler Historical State Park any time of year.
Campers can now make year-round reservations for the park’s seaside beach campground, marking an exciting change that gives campers more flexibility to plan ahead and ensure a campsite is waiting for them when they arrive.
Make your reservation now for arrival dates beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
Prior to this change, Fort Flagler’s beach campground transitioned to first come, first served camping from November through the end of March. …
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12/17/2025
PORT TOWNSEND — Reserve your next adventure along the storied shores of Fort Flagler Historical State Park any time of year.
Campers can now make year-round reservations for the park’s seaside beach campground, marking an exciting change that gives campers more flexibility to plan ahead and ensure a campsite is waiting for them when they arrive.
Make your reservation now for arrival dates beginning Jan. 1, 2026.
Prior to this change, Fort Flagler’s beach campground transitioned to first come, first served camping from November through the end of March. … Read more
12/09/2025
MONTESANO – Lake Sylvia State Park is closed while crews respond to impacts brought on by this week’s heavy rain.
The current atmospheric river weather event has raised lake levels and placed added stress on the Lake Sylvia dam. For public safety, the park and all trail systems leading into and around the park and dam are closed until further notice.
For the safety of visitors and residents:
Downstream residents in the Sylvia Creek area should be prepared for additional flooding and remain ready to take action on short notice
Residents should avoid all trails… Read more
12/03/2025
Celebrate the new year with Washington State Parks during our annual First Day Hikes events on Jan. 1, 2026.
More than 30 state parks across the state will host staff-led and self-guided hikes, snowshoe treks, trail rides, polar plunges, interpretive activities and more on New Year’s Day.
First Day Hikes vary in distance and difficulty, ranging from smooth, flat ADA-accessible trails to moderate hill climbs. A few parks will offer multiple hikes tailored to different abilities and interests. Many ranger-led hikes will include talks highlighting each park’s unique history… Read more
11/18/2025
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is seeking applications from winter sports enthusiasts for the agency’s snowmobile and non-motorized advisory committees. Seven positions are available statewide to snowmobilers, and four are available statewide to individuals involved in non-motorized winter sports.
Both committees are comprised of a combination of snowmobilers and individuals involved in non-motorized winter sports. The Washington Department of Natural Resources, Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, and Washington Association of Counties each have one… Read more
11/18/2025
Fort Worden Historical State Park campus view from Artillery Hill hike.
Washington State Parks will offer limited lodging accommodations at Fort Worden Historical State Park for select weeks through the end of the year.
This pilot program is a key step in bringing back some of the services the public enjoyed as part of the historic upper campus of the park.
Lodging will be available for three weeks:
Thanksgiving: Nov. 21-30
Christmas: Dec. 19-28
New Year’s: Dec. 28-Jan. 4
“We know how… Read more
11/12/2025
OLYMPIA – Washington’s state land management agencies have designated 12 Discover Pass free days for 2026, creating more opportunities for visitors to experience our state’s beauty.
On these free days, a Discover Pass is not required to park at Washington state parks or on lands managed by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Sno-Park permits are still required when visiting Sno-Parks.
Each of the Discover Pass free days celebrates an important day of the year with the opportunity to get outside and enjoy… Read more
11/10/2025
Washington State Parks’ longest trail has had an eventful year, and staff are excited to share about what they’ve accomplished and what’s to come.
The community is invited to attend a free webinar on Nov. 20 from 2-3:30 p.m. to learn more about some of the projects and activities State Parks has completed on the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail in 2025. The webinar is also an exciting opportunity to get a sneak peek at what’s planned for 2026.
Participants must register in advance to attend.
The webinar presentation will include:
An update on the… Read more
11/07/2025
OLYMPIA — The inaugural nomination round for the Scenic Bikeways Program closes Nov. 30 – have you submitted your route?
Washington State Parks is calling on organizations and individuals to submit bike routes they think should become Washington State’s first Scenic Bikeways. The pilot nomination round will advance up to 15 proposed routes for further consideration.
State Parks will oversee the route nomination and implementation process. The agency is also the final decision-making authority that will designate a proposed route as a Scenic Bikeway.
What makes a strong nomination… Read more
10/15/2025
OLYMPIA — State parks have a mission to support outdoor adventures for everyone. As part of this effort, the Washington State Parks Foundation, in partnership with Disabled Hikers and the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, is pleased to announce the release of Accessible Adventures: A Disabled Hiker's Guide to 5 Washington State Parks. This new guide shares accessibility features and information for five Puget Sound-area State Parks, helping people with disabilities plan outdoor adventures with greater confidence.
Written by and for the disabled community, Accessible… Read more
10/10/2025
SPOKANE — Washington State Parks invites community members to help shape the next 20 years of Mount Spokane State Park by attending a public meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 4-5:30 p.m. at the Shadle Park Library.
At this meeting, park planners will share the draft Preferred Alternative for the park’s Master Plan, which outlines a long-term vision for Mount Spokane. The draft includes a list of prioritized improvement projects, land classifications and long-term boundary recommendations — all aimed at enhancing the visitor experience for the next 20 years.
Provide feedback for the Final… Read more