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Hike with us through the important habitat that is Saint Edward State Park!
Hike with us through the important habitat that is Lake Sammamish State Park!
Members of the Kamiltpah Band of the Yakima Nation will present on their Tribal History, Culture, First Good and Art.
Ranger guided snowshoe hike along the Wenatchee River for views across beautiful Lake Wenatchee.
Beaches will be beaches, and shorelines are a-shifting! Join staff on Saturday afternoons in April to explore the sand dunes at West Beach and how they have and will continue to change overtime. This hike is 0.5 miles and follows a flat paved trail. The hike is expected to take 1 hour. This hike is not stroller accessible or ADA.
Beaches will be beaches, and shorelines are a-shifting! Join staff on Saturday afternoons in April to explore the sand dunes at West Beach and how they have and will continue to change overtime. This hike is 0.5 miles and follows a flat paved trail. The hike is expected to take 1 hour. This hike is not stroller accessible or ADA.
Come and join us to celebrate the annual Salish Sea Day with the Samish and Swinomish tribes at Bowman Bay in Deception Pass State Park.
Learn about the unique landscape of the shrub steppe and how we can keep it pristine for years to come.
From elephant seals to porpoises, orcas, and whales, Deception Pass State Park is a marvel for marine mammal viewing. Join staff for a guided hike at Rosario on Saturday afternoons in March to discover the wonders of marine mammals at Deception Pass. This hike is roughly 0.5 miles with a 100ft elevation gain. The hike is expected to take 1 hour. This hike is not stroller accessible or ADA.
Enjoy a 2-hour guided snowshoe hike.
Celebrate Earth Day with a full day of festivities including guided walks, Earth Day activities, and a conservation work party at Deception Pass State Park. Join for the morning, afternoon, or the whole day!
Friends of Saltwater's annual Earth Day Celebration is Sunday April 21st at Saltwater State Park. It will be a family friendly event with lots of activities for everybody! Come spend the day at the park enjoying nature.
Earth Day Celebration at Saltwater State Park. Sponsored by Friends of Saltwater State Park.
No registration is required.
No registration is required.
Join Interpretive Specialist, Sarah Overby, for a short hike in Northrup Canyon.
Giant Douglas Firs and towering Western Red Cedars fill the old growth forests of Hoypus point. Join staff on Saturday afternoons in February to discover the fascinating history of Hoypus point and the importance of old-growth forests throughout time. This hike is just over 2 miles round trip with a 230ft elevation gain. Surfaces include an old road and dirt trail. The hike is expected to take 1.5 hours with a 15-minute return walk back to the parking lot. This hike is not stroller accessible or ADA.
Celebrate the New Year hiking Wallace Falls State Park's Woody Trail.
Embarking on a recreational journey for the first time can be exhilarating and scary. Whether you are joining the land of outdoor lovers to start a new hobby or improve your mental or physical health – the exploration process can be a bit challenging if you don’t know where to start. That is where Washington State Parks comes in!
Join us for a two-day class hosted at Tolmie State Park to weave a 4 to 5-inch basket with Melissa Peterson.
Join us for a two-day class hosted at Tolmie State Park to weave a 4 to 5-inch basket with Melissa Peterson.
New Discover Pass free days honor Indigenous people, Black history, mental health.
OLYMPIA – Nov. 10, 2021 – Washington State Parks has designated the free days in 2022 when visitors will not need a Discover Pass to park at state parks and on recreation lands managed by Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW).
In 2022, the Discover Pass free days are:
Come join us to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Heritage Days at Sacajawea State Park.
Make a splash at the Polar Plunge at Lake Sammamish State Park !
Polar Plunge returns on New Year’s Day 2025. Festivities will begin at 10:30 a.m. with registration, music, and merriment brought to you by Clown Garage on the shores of Sunset Beach. The crowd will “plunge” at noon.
The first 300 registered participants will receive a Polar Plunge SWAG bag, including a commemorative pin from local company Pins by Design..
Spectators are welcome to come out to cheer on the athletes as they take a dunk in the chilly waters of Lake Sammamish.
Polar Plunge returns on New Year’s Day 2025. Festivities will begin at 10:30 a.m. with registration, music, and merriment brought to you by Clown Garage on the shores of Sunset Beach. The crowd will “plunge” at noon.
The first 300 registered participants will receive a Polar Plunge SWAG bag, including a commemorative pin from local company Pins by Design..
Spectators are welcome to come out to cheer on the athletes as they take a dunk in the chilly waters of Lake Sammamish.
A self-guided ride through Bridle Trails State Park on well-maintained equestrian-friendly trails.
Show your love for Lake Sammamish State Park! Join us post-Labor Day to clean up and give back to your community.
No Discover Pass is required on 12 special days next year