The Parks headquarters Information Center is moving from its current location in Tumwater to the Department of Ecology building at 300 Desmond Drive SE in Lacey. Our customer service team is located at the front desk, just inside the main entrance.
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Washington State Parks is returning to the Oak Harbor Library for the third year for a fun program series called Ranger Hour!
Join staff from Deception Pass State Park once a month to learn about parks, wildlife, native plants, and more! Play games, be creative, and discover the natural world in our own community. All ages welcome. Adult caretakers must be present for the duration of the entire program. Programs are scheduled for 60 minutes.
Join staff from Deception Pass State Park once a month to learn about parks, wildlife, native plants, and more! Play games, be creative, and discover the natural world in our own community. All ages welcome. Adult caretakers must be present for the duration of the entire program. Programs are scheduled for 60 minutes.
Washington State Parks is returning to the Oak Harbor Library for the third year for a fun program series called Ranger Hour!
Join staff from Deception Pass State Park once a month to learn about parks, wildlife, native plants, and more! Play games, be creative, and discover the natural world in our own community. All ages welcome. Adult caretakers must be present for the duration of the entire program. Programs are scheduled for 60 minutes.
Join staff from Deception Pass State Park once a month to learn about parks, wildlife, native plants, and more! Play games, be creative, and discover the natural world in our own community. All ages welcome. Adult caretakers must be present for the duration of the entire program. Programs are scheduled for 60 minutes.
We can’t take you to Southeast Asia, but we’re excited to bring the area’s mountain cultures to Saltwater State Park this month at the Cambodian and Mien Cultural Festivals, hosted by Parks’ Folk and Traditional Arts Program.
Learn about the scope, duties and work of the Washington State Parks Stewardship Program
Learn about the projects at our parks and comment during open comment periods.
Learn about parks visitation data and economic and ecological impact studies.
Learn how to reserve your stay online or over the phone at our parks.
This annual permit waives the moorage fee at State Park marine facilities.
Learn about our many state parks trails and the exciting recreation they offer.
Our friends groups play an invaluable role in helping to protect, preserve and promote their local state parks. These non-profit groups support parks in a variety of ways including fundraising, leading volunteer projects, conducting interpretive programs, planning special events and much more.
Snowmobiling is one of the state's most popular winter activities. More than 3,000 miles of groomed trails are provided through the Winter Recreation Program, in cooperation with federal, county, and local agencies, ski areas, snowmobile clubs, and private landowners.
The Winter Recreation Program provides Sno-Parks, cleared parking areas for vehicles in close proximity to groomed and/or backcountry trails. There are two types of Sno-Parks, those for snowmobiles and those for non-motorized sports. A handful offer both types of activities.
The Winter Recreation Program provides Sno-Parks, cleared parking areas for vehicles in close proximity to groomed and/or backcountry trails. There are two types of Sno-Parks, those for snowmobiles and those for non-motorized sports. A handful offer both types of activities.
The Torpedo Warehouse sits on the shoreline of Rich Passage in Manchester State Park.
Learn more about the agency administration at Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.
Washington State Parks has the largest state-managed mooring system in the nation.
Hike with us through the important habitat that is Saint Edward State Park!
Hike the Harstine State Park Trails with local Park Rangers and dive into the flora and fauna of Harstine Island. We'll be following our curiosities through the forest to learn about the plants we see, the birds we hear, and anything else we stumble upon!
OLYMPIA – Oct. 28, 2021 – Washington State Parks' Winter Recreation Program is looking for contractors to plow and clear Sno-Parks this winter. Contracts run from Dec. 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022.
Contractors are needed for the following areas:
Bridle Trails Trotting into '25
A self-guided ride through Bridle Trails State Park on well-maintained equestrian-friendly trails. No rental horses available. All ages and experience levels welcome. You may encounter other park users with dogs on leash.
A self-guided ride through Bridle Trails State Park on well-maintained equestrian-friendly trails. No rental horses available. All ages and experience levels welcome. You may encounter other park users with dogs on leash.
OLYMPIA – Starting Oct. 1, 2025, the annual Discover Pass will increase from $30 to $45. The Discover Pass is a fee charged to park a vehicle at Washington’s state parks and lands operated by the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife and Washington Department of Natural Resources.
Washington State Parks is looking at long-term management options at Moran State Park as Orcas Power and Light Cooperative (OPALCO) transitions away from the current utility corridor.
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During the spring of 2025, Parks worked with contractors to complete a 340-acre forest health project in Riverside State Park in the area between Seven Mile Road and Carlson Road. This project will promote a healthy and resilient forest by removing wildfire fuels and low vigor trees.
Learn about State parks policies and best practices for natural, historic and cultural stewardship.
Learn about Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission's mission, vision and core values.
Find activities you can do in our parks, look for upcoming events, and participate in programs.
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