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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Discover the transformation of Fort Townsend as its purpose evolved from hosting troops to park visitors.
Find activities you can do in our parks, look for upcoming events, and participate in programs.
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Learn how to get started with an activity, or find parks that are great for your favorite activity.
Come hangout with Park Staff at Game Night! Play yards games, complete crafts, or enjoy s’mores.
Learn more about the rules and regulations that guide the use of Park's Retreat Center rentals.
Learn about nature by having fun in this interactive activity with a Park Ranger.
Join Northwest Autism Center for the 9th annual 5k Walk/run/roll Steps for Autism at Riverfront Park.
Deception Pass cabins offer a cozy basecamp to explore one of Washington's most popular parks.
Learn about fees for using our amenities and making reservations in our parks.
Learn about Rules and Safety
Learn about Rules and Safety
What's growing on here!?! This 1-mile walk around the lake will reveal a variety of plant species that contribute to the park's healthy ecosystem.
Learn 'poo clues' to identify the scat (poo) of some of the animals who visit our park. Prizes for those who attend!
Find the latest park updates and alerts to inform your visit and be inspired by our Field Guide blog posts.
Cabins, yurts, vacation houses, day-use shelters and other rustic shelters are available for rent in many parks.
Parks stewardship staff have been working hard to preserve the cultural resources at Franklin Townsite. In addition to remnants of the coal mining industry, there is a cemetery on the property. In an effort to recover lost information about those buried at Franklin, a Parks staffer was tasked with creating a list of individuals interred at the cemetery. Here's what they found.
Learn about our youth programs, Bark Ranger and more! Our parks come alive with our programs. Get involved!
Join Interpretive Specialist Sarah Overby at 10:00 a.m. on select days for a walk in the park.
Join Interpretive Specialist Sarah Overby at 10:00 a.m. on select days for a walk in the park.
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.
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!