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Join staff to explore Deception Pass State Park as the sunsets. Explore natural phenomenon only experienced with the setting sun or in the dark. Discover the park come to life as nocturnal animals become active. Walk locations and topics are subject to change based on the time of sunset. Walks are 45 minutes in length and include various terrain.
Join staff to explore Deception Pass State Park as the sunsets. Explore natural phenomenon only experienced with the setting sun or in the dark. Discover the park come to life as nocturnal animals become active. Walk locations and topics are subject to change based on the time of sunset. Walks are 45 minutes in length and include various terrain.
Spend your Saturday morning exploring Deception Pass State Park and discover some of the common, and not so common, species of birds that call the park home. The walks are an hour long and are a great opportunity for birders of all levels. Practice bird identification skills, explore unique bird habitats, and learn from other birders. 
When: Thursday, August 14th: 9AM-2PM

Where: Bald Knob Day Use Area, Mt. Spokane State Park

We will meet in the parking area near the campground and work on replacing picnic tables under the shelter and complete light trail maintenance in the
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Washington State Parks marketing drawing official rules. No purchase necessary to enter or win.
The Snowmobile Advisory Committee assists and advises Washington State parks in the development of snowmobile facilities and programs.
A guided plant walk exploring the plants of Riverside State Park and forest health practices.

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.

 

A grandma, granddaughter and dog walk the beach at Tolmie State Park with their Check Out Washington

OLYMPIA – June 29, 2023 – Washington's state parks are some of the most iconic in the country. Now, more families will be able to experience the beauty in their backyard thanks to the expanded Check Out Washington program.

 

Washington state parks welcomes many types of volunteer groups. Volunteer groups consist of three or more persons that volunteer on either short or long-term projects. or events. Volunteer groups can consist of formal groups such as scouts, church groups Friends Groups and recreational organizations to local businesses that just want to come out and support their local park.

Washington State Parks, in partnership with the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trust, will create improved in-stream habitat along the lower 6,000 feet of Issaquah Creek that flows through Lake Sammamish State Park. The result will be an environment that is more hospitable to Chinook and other salmon species, where they can migrate, spawn and survive.

Washington state parks are a wonderful place to enjoy the multitude of joys pollinators bring.
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.
Be a part of the rulemaking process for State Parks. Learn the steps for changing rules and about current rule adoptions.
Read about and view visitation data Washington State Parks collects on our overnight and day-use visitors.
Learn about working on our team and the variety of jobs you can do as a member of the Washington State Parks team.
Join Us for a Bird Walk at Riverside State Park hosted by the Spokane Audubon Society!

State parks are home to birds, fish, reptiles and mammals. But getting too close or feeding wild critters is dangerous for you and for them. Never fear! We're here with our trusty tips to help avoid potential conflicts in case you come across wildlife in our parks.

Alicia started as a volunteer at Deception Pass State Park with the Maintenance Crew. Not long after that, she became a park aide. Then, she found that she really loved intense physical labor, spacial problem solving, and operating more behind the scenes so, she pivoted and took on the role of Maintenance Mechanic.
Learn more about State Parks' ongoing recommendations and guidance for volunteers activities and COVID-19.

State Parks follows the International Snowmobile Manufacturers Association in pledging to protect natural areas

Learn about State Parks' strategic planning in accordance with it's vision and mission at the agency's 2021-2031 plan and priorities.
Providing positive and memorable experience is a top priority for Washington State Parks. Your feedback is vital to fulfilling that mission.