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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A guided tour from a Park Ranger who will point out various examples of flora and fauna along the trail.
Join Interpretive Ranger Kara Frashefski for a snowshoe walk as she talks about the park's history.
In partnership with Washington CoastSavers, Parks puts on three beach cleanup volunteer events a year and our first one, the Washington Coast Cleanup will be on April 20.
Wilderness Areas are protected regions within national forests, national parks, and certain other federal lands where motorized equipment is prohibited.
Some activities require you to register and get a permit. Annual permits can save you money on moorage, boat launch and Sno-Park fees.
Join staff for park crafts and activities before the night's Evening Program. Pick up a Junior Ranger Booklet or turn one in to become a Deception Pass Junior Ranger!
Join staff for park crafts and activities before the night's Evening Program. Pick up a Junior Ranger Booklet or turn one in to become a Deception Pass Junior Ranger!
Join staff for park crafts and activities before the night's Evening Program. Pick up a Junior Ranger Booklet or turn one in to become a Deception Pass Junior Ranger!
Join staff for park crafts and activities before the night's Evening Program. Pick up a Junior Ranger Booklet or turn one in to become a Deception Pass Junior Ranger!
Join staff for park crafts and activities before the night's Evening Program. Pick up a Junior Ranger Booklet or turn one in to become a Deception Pass Junior Ranger!
Join staff for park crafts and activities before the night's Evening Program. Pick up a Junior Ranger Booklet or turn one in to become a Deception Pass Junior Ranger!
Gather with us at the Upper Campground Amphitheater for ranger-led talks about the park, complete with a cozy campfire—weather and fire conditions permitting!
Join park staff at a CCC era Kitchen Shelter for warm drinks, interpretive displays, and an optional scavenger hunt hike (solve riddles to find points of interest along trails).
After dinner, Join staff for family-friendly evening programs. Programs are 30 minutes and cover a variety of park topics. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
After dinner, Join staff for family-friendly evening programs. Programs are 30 minutes and cover a variety of park topics. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
After dinner, Join staff for family-friendly evening programs. Programs are 30 minutes and cover a variety of park topics. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
After dinner, Join staff for family-friendly evening programs. Programs are 30 minutes and cover a variety of park topics. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
After dinner, Join staff for family-friendly evening programs. Programs are 30 minutes and cover a variety of park topics. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
After dinner, Join staff for family-friendly evening programs. Programs are 30 minutes and cover a variety of park topics. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Learn about Washington's natural, cultural, and artistic heritage through memorable experiences in the parks and plan to attend one of our exciting, enriching events!
Parks' Folk & Traditional Arts Program (FTAP) hosts a full lineup of summer concerts and festivals in parks across western and central Washington. The outdoor concert schedule includes long-standing favorites like the American Roots concerts at Deception Pass and a new music series at Lincoln Rock. In addition to several established international festivals, the program welcomes a new event honoring African culture, this September.
Test your senses against different park animals with fun crafts and activities. Nature based learning through games and crafts for families with children ages 2-5 (pre-registration required).
Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, is a Japanese practice of immersing in nature for health and wellness benefits. The hike will begin at the Legacy Pavilion. The walk is a gentle easy stroll through the park and group camp.
Bugs are silly, not scary! Join us to get a closer look the park's littlest residents. Nature based learning through games and crafts for families with children ages 2-5 (pre-registration required).
The hike will be led by a park ranger and will follow Twanoh Creek before climbing up to a forested ridgetop. It then follows an old service road along the ridge before descending back to finish along the creek.