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The International Peace Arch is a 67-foot dramatic white arch that rises from the green lawns and flowering gardens on the U.S.-Canada border at Blaine. It is the iconic feature of this Washington Historical State Park, which is devoted to peace and serenity. Peace Arch is unique among parks because it consists of two parks in two countries. The southern half of the park is owned by Washington State Parks and the northern half is owned by British Columbia Parks.
Olallie State Park preserves the heritage of the South Fork Snoqualmie River Valley and its uses as a travel corridor across today’s Washington State. The river runs through the park, creating its biggest attractions where it cascades over the bedrock at 77-foot Weeks Falls and 230-foot Twin Falls. The two waterfalls are also the sites of the only hydroelectric developments in Washington State Parks.
Whether you reach it by land or sea, Illahee State Park is an amazing place to be. Camp year-round and enjoy the verdant hiking trails, fishing and shellfishing or a paddle around the bay. Military enthusiasts can take in Illahee’s memorial featuring two large naval guns donated from the U.S.S. West Virginia.
Squilchuck State Park is tucked deep into the mountains near Wenatchee and sits at 3,200 feet. Reserve the group camp and bring your mountain bikes for a fun weekend of rugged rides. In the winter, come for the day to enjoy snow sports. The Squilchuck Lodge is available to host your rustic wedding and other group events.
Mount Spokane is the only state park in Washington that offers downhill skiing and snowboarding at Mt Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park, in addition to other non-motorized and motorized winter recreation opportunities. Mount Spokane State Park offers the full winter experience with 37 miles of Nordic trails for classic skiing, skate skiing and skijoring and 16 miles of groomed roads for snowmobiles and all types of non-motorized use.
Other designated trail systems in the park that aren’t groomed are also open to non-motorized use including snowshoeing, back-country skiing, snowboarding and fat-tire biking.
Other designated trail systems in the park that aren’t groomed are also open to non-motorized use including snowshoeing, back-country skiing, snowboarding and fat-tire biking.
Schafer State Park preserves the craftsmanship of Depression Era park facilities and provides a window into the story of the Satsop River Valley, dominated by the vast timber harvest operations that were undertaken in its rich forest land beginning in the early 20th Century.
LACEY — The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular commission meeting on July 17 at its headquarters in Lacey.
Located on the scenic Hood Canal shoreline, this park's sunsets, grassy lawns and quaint Log Hall Heritage Area make it a popular park for weddings and picnicking. Enjoy the stunning views of the Olympic Mountain range while you kayak the Hood Canal or let the kids hang out on the playground.
On I-90 West of the summit of Snoqualmie, check out this amazing Sno-Park for snow shoeing, backcountry skiing and easy access for family fun.
Daroga State Park is a popular recreation area that provides access to Lake Entiat, the reservoir created by Rocky Reach Dam.
OLYMPIA — The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular commission meeting on Jan. 30, 2025 at the Department of Ecology building in Olympia.
Located in the Blue Mountains of southeast Washington, Fields Spring is a forested camping park open year-round for hiking, biking and lots of snow play.
Squak Mountain State Park offers a peek-a-boo view of Seattle amongst mossy rocks, lichen covered trees, and bubbling creeks. With hiking and horse trails for outdoor enthusiasts of all abilities, this day use park less than 15 minutes from Seattle has something for everyone.
Conconully State Park is a favorite camping and fishing place in the arid transition zone of north central Washington. The park is set between the town of Conconully, WA and the north shoreline of the Conconully Reservoir, which stores water from Salmon Creek for flood control and irrigation purposes.
Potlatch State Park is one of many of Washington’s state parks that was established in response to an appeal from local residents. In the building boom after the end of World War II, residents of the Hood Canal area felt squeezed out of access to the shoreline by rapidly spreading development.
Penrose Point is a richly forested 237-acre marine park with nearly 2 miles of Puget Sound shoreline, 2-1/2 miles of trails, overnight moorage, picnic sites and a shady campground, make this park an excellent destination for both relaxation and adventure! Come for a day or stay for a weekend to immerse yourself in nature, and unwind
Set along the picturesque Touchet River, Lewis & Clark Trail State Park is an oasis-like forested park surrounded by an arid grassland. With unusual vegetation and geology, the park also offers rich history.
Cama Beach is a waterfront park with spectacular views of Saratoga Passage. The park also features amenities such as the Cama Beach Cafe.
OLYMPIA – The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular commission meeting on Jan. 25, 2023, at the Labor and Industries Offices in Tumwater.
The public is welcome to attend in-person or online.
Agenda items include:
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Election of Commission officers for 2024
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Adoption of the 2024 Parks Director Performance Agreement
Kitsap Memorial State Park is a testament to the value that local communities place on public parks and shoreline access.
Located off Hwy 97 between Winthrop and Wenatchee, Daroga State Park is a lush green oasis nestled among the dry, rolling hills of Central Washington. Enjoy dramatic views, a calm lagoon ideal for beginner swimmers and paddlers, scenic walking trails, and a relaxing beach area. The nearby Columbia River offers exciting opportunities for boaters and water sports enthusiasts.
Kopachuck State Park is a good place to contemplate the many interconnections that bind the community of life to the landscape we all inhabit.
The winding saltwater passageways of southern Puget Sound, including Carr Inlet surrounding Kopachuck State Park, were molded and scoured by glacial meltwaters at the close of the Pleistocene ice age.
Amid a Pacific Northwest desert, Steamboat Rock State Parks offers lush green lawns, climbing rocks, water activities, camping and miles of trails for horses and hikers.
Kayakers, canoeists and paddlers will find salty bliss on the bobbing waters of Joemma Beach. A quick boat ride, or a beautiful drive will lead you to the accessible solitude this park offers.
Calling all birders! Bottle Beach State Park sits on the tide flats of southern Grays Harbor, and hosts more than a million migratory shorebirds and seabirds in the springtime.