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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.
Starting at Cedar Falls Trailhead to the west end of the Snoqualmie Tunnel, discover lush forests, waterfalls, trestles with scenic views, rock climbing, and primitive campsites.
Posey Island is a one-acre marine park located north of Pearl Island, near Roche Harbor. This tiny island has two primitive group campsites and is a terrific overnight stop for kayakers.
Patos Island is a 207-acre marine park that features dramatic rock formations, a landscape of madrone trees and a working lighthouse. Boat in and stay overnight at a primitive campsite and immerse yourself in the remote beauty of the San Juan Islands.
Adjacent to Orcas Island, Doe Island Marine State Park offers quiet marine camping with a short hiking loop.
Join Garden of the Salish Sea Curriculum for Family Field Day! Explore Birch Bay State Park's intertidal zone with Beach Naturalists.

Several Washington state parks have primitive sites for folks arriving by foot or by bike. They can provide a gentle introduction to backpacking before you shoulder a 40lb pack and walk into the wild.
Set on a rocky estuary shoreline, Potlatch combines the delights of the sea and land. Mature pine forest gives way to sweeping views of the Hood Canal at this classic Western Washington park.
You will stay on dry land and learn about paddle boards and kayaks. Our wonderful concessionaires will do a "how to" overview. A great introduction for beginners.
Help us document the wild at Fort Worden State Park!

State Parks Clean Vessel Act Grant Program funds $700,000 in new pumpout and floating restroom projects

Recreational boat pumpout facilities expand across the state

OLYMPIA – April 5, 2022 – Recreational boaters in Washington waters will have an easier time disposing of vessel sewage, thanks to more than $700,000 in new federal pass-through grants for recreational boat pumpout and floating restroom projects.

Mount Pilchuck State Park is located at 3,100 feet above sea level and offers awe-inspiring alpine views. The 2.7 mile trail up to the summit and historic fire lookout is the main attraction here.

Dosewallips State Park, only 60 miles north of Olympia, is the eastern gateway to the Olympic Peninsula. The region is made up of forests, mountains, rivers, beaches and deltas – and surrounded by sound and sea.
The onsite Ranger will walk the new campground loop, providing information about the new campground and the plant life in the area.
Located at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers, this 194-acre park is a popular destination for year-round camping, cycling and boating. Wenatchee Confluence State Park features a designated swimming area, a wetland nature preserve, grassy sports fields and the longest loop trail in the state.
The northwestern-most San Juan Island is sure to inspire with beautiful sunsets that glow orange and clear waters. Come prepared to stay overnight at the primitive campground or sleep on your boat. Once you arrive at this water-access-only gem, you won't want to leave.
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.
Penrose Point State park is a richly forested, 237-acre marine park on the shores of Puget Sound. This park features nearly two miles of saltwater shoreline, shady campsites and plentiful shellfishing.
Turn Island is a kayaker's dream. With its pebble beaches and shoreside campsites, this marine state park is a social destination for the paddling crowd, or a quiet retreat in the off-season.
In the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, Battle Ground Lake State Park offers hiking, biking and equestrian campsites. The spring-fed lake draws swimmers, paddlers and anglers.
Classic summertime fun awaits you at this popular state park above Rocky Reach Dam. Lincoln Rock State Park has a friendly, community atmosphere, shaded campsites, cabins, and a boat launch on Lake Entiat.
Paradise Point State Park is a camping park conveniently located off Interstate 5, on the Lewis River. The park features a sandy riverfront swimming area, campsites in meadows and woodsy areas as well as a disc golf course.
Rainbow Falls State Park is a 129-acre camping park on the Chehalis River. A variety of campsites and a tranquil river setting make this a popular overnight stay for hikers, cyclists and horseback riders tackling the Willapa Hills Trail.
Among the enchanting San Juan Islands, snag a cliffside campsite for breathtaking views, explore untamed beaches, and glimpse native residents such as deer and otter on Jones Island.
Saltwater State Park delivers a sandy beach getaway only two miles from Interstate 5. This 137-acre park features forested campsites along a bubbling creek, tide pools and a driftwood-strewn shore to explore, and an artificial underwater reef perfect for scuba diving.