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Wilderness Areas

Wilderness Areas are protected regions within national forests, national parks, and certain other federal lands where motorized equipment is prohibited.

Winter Recreation Advisory Committee upcoming summer funding meetings

OLYMPIA — The Washington State Parks Winter Recreation Program will hold its annual summer funding meetings for both the Snowmobile Advisory Committee (SMAC) and the Winter Recreation Advisory Committee (WRAC) in early August.

Each meeting is open to the public and the community is invited to attend.

Check Out Washington program expands with new adventure packs, partner and additional funding

More than 400 new adventure packs and Discover passes at library systems statewide will help communities in need explore state parks and other public lands

What to Do if You Find an Artifact in a Park

At Parks, we work hard to protect and preserve the millions of years of cultural, geological and biological history tied to the lands we steward. We know it might be tempting to take things you find while exploring a park. But did you know you might be accidentally removing or destroying something that represents a significant part of our state history? These items may be artifacts or natural history specimens, and it is important to know what to do when you find one.

Annual Discover Pass cost set to increase in October

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.

Battleground Lake Interpretive Program: Stand Up, Sit Down, Float, Float, Float!

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.

Olallie State Park

At Olallie State Park, view waterfalls, hike, bike, rock climb, connect to the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail and more.

Conconully State Park

Nestled in the forested mountains of north central Washington, Conconully State Park is an angler’s paradise.

Manchester State Park

Manchester State Park is a year-round camping park with stunning views of the Puget Sound and an interesting military history, including the historic Torpedo Warehouse.

Maryhill State Park

Maryhill State Park is a waterfront camping park right on the Columbia River. Visit for a relaxing camping weekend and experience this area's natural beauty, wonder and cultural history.

Daroga State Park

Daroga State Park offers day use and camping with 1.5 miles of Columbia River shoreline on the elevated edge of the desert scablands.

Larrabee State Park History

January 16, 2025

Larrabee State Park was Washington’s first state park.

ADA at State Parks

State Parks is dedicated to ensuring that outdoor experiences in Washington’s natural environments are accessible to all, regardless of abilities. Learn about how we are making Parks accessible here.

Millersylvania State Park

Millersylvania State Park is an old-growth forest camping park on the shores of Deep Lake with two swimming beaches, miles of forested hiking and biking trails, and watercraft launches.

Dosewallips State Park

Visit the mountains or beach at Dosewallips State Park. Dig for clams or watch a herd of elk wander through camp. This diverse and dynamic park is perfect for a day trip or overnight stay.

Larrabee State Park

Set on the seaward side of Chuckanut Mountain near Bellingham, Larrabee State Park is known for its postcard views of Samish Bay and the San Juan Islands. Come enjoy this 2,748-acre camping park and explore 8,100 feet of saltwater shoreline. It's no wonder that this iconic outdoor locale was established as Washington's first state park.

Twanoh State Park

Built in the classic style of the Civilian Conservation Corps, Twanoh State Park is a 188-acre marine camping park on Hood Canal that features warm saltwater swimming, scenic beauty and abundant shellfish.

Schafer State Park

Schafer State Park offers supreme fishing opportunities for steelhead, cutthroat trout and salmon as well as great camping in a cool and classic Western Washington forest.

Kopachuck State Park

Kopachuck State Park is great for a family picnic or to immerse yourself in nature while walking your dog. Recharge your batteries with stunning beach sunsets.

Belfair State Park

Wetlands, pebble beaches, tidal flats and salmon runs are the stuff that Puget Sound is made of. Discover and explore these features and more at Belfair State Park.

Nolte State Park

Nolte State Park is a charming, laid-back day use park on Deep Lake near the Green River Gorge. Bring your family for a relaxing afternoon of swimming, kayaking, fishing and lazing in the grass.

Cama Beach Project

Significant septic and infrastructure failures led to the closure of the cabins and other buildings in the beach area of park in February 2024. Following a public process, the Commission voted in October 2024 to keep the cabins permanently closed where they currently sit.

The Center for Wooden Boats, restrooms in the lower area, the store and park office are also closed.

Day use in the area remains open but restrooms are only available in other parts of the park.