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State Parks working to reduce wildfire risk at Westport Light State Park

Olympia — The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will complete a wildfire fuel reduction project at Westport Light State Park this month. The project responds to community concerns and reduces wildfire risk in Westport. 

Sacajawea Historical State Park

Sacajawea Historical State Park is a 267-acre day use park at the confluence of the Snake and Columbia rivers.

Saltwater State Park

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.

Rasar State Park

Offering forested campgrounds, grassy fields and views of the Skagit River, Rasar State Park is a great retreat for hikers and families. This 180-acre camping park has 4,000 feet of freshwater shoreline and opportunities to play at the parks playground, wildlife observation, fishing and interpretive opportunities. There are also pet-friendly cabins are available to rent.

Curlew Lake State Park

Located in northeastern Washington, Curlew Lake State Park is an 87-acre park that is a popular destination for fishing and camping.

Tolmie State Park

Set on a split cove, Tolmie State Park is a great destination for beach exploration, swimming, hiking, clamming, and crabbing. Popular with scuba divers, Tolmie features an underwater park with an artificial reef. A saltwater marsh, abundant wildlife, and birdwatching opportunities make Tolmie a great day use destination!

Fort Ebey State Park

Fort Ebey State Park is a coastal camping park on Whidbey Island. Featuring a historic military fort, the park has beach activities and miles of hiking trails.

Nisqually State Park Development

Nisqually State Park is a day-use park currently in development on the Nisqually River between Mashel River and Ohop Creek. 

Development of the park is being completed in phases:

Lincoln Rock State Park

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.

Squilchuck State Park History

Squilchuck State Park is nestled in a mountain valley southeast of the city of Wenatchee in Central Washington.

Yakima Sportsman State Park

Yakima Sportsman State Park is a 266-acre camping park originally created by the Yakima Sportsman's Association to promote game management and the preservation of natural resources.

Westport Light State Park

Sitting along the shores of the Pacific Ocean, Westport Light State Park is the perfect place to stroll the boardwalk and explore the beach.

Saint Edward State Park

Saint Edward State Park is a day use park with sprawling lawns and forested trails, all set around impressive Romanesque Revival-style brick buildings.

Wenatchee Confluence State Park

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.

Olallie State Park History

Olallie State Park preserves the heritage of the South Fork Snoqualmie River Valley and its uses as a travel corridor across today’s Washington State. The river runs through the park, creating its biggest attractions where it cascades over the bedrock at 77-foot Weeks Falls and 230-foot Twin Falls. The two waterfalls are also the sites of the only hydroelectric developments in Washington State Parks.

Kanaskat-Palmer State Park

Kanaskat-Palmer State Park is a camping park on a forested plateau next to the rushing whitewaters of the Green River. Have a heart-pounding rafting adventure or fish, hike and enjoy a leisurely campout.

Daroga State Park History

Daroga State Park is a popular recreation area that provides access to Lake Entiat, the reservoir created by Rocky Reach Dam.

Paradise Point State Park

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.

Illahee State Park

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.

Squilchuck State Park

Squilchuck State Park is tucked deep into the mountains near Wenatchee and sits at 3,200 feet. Reserve the group camp and bring your mountain bikes for a fun weekend of rugged rides. In the winter, come for the day to enjoy snow sports. The Squilchuck Lodge is available to host your rustic wedding and other group events.

Bay View State Park

Bay View State Park is a camping park on the shores of Padilla Bay. Fly a kite or pull up a chair to enjoy magnificent views of the San Juan Islands on clear or partially clear days.

Obstruction Pass State Park

Obstruction Pass State Park gives you access to one of the few public beaches on Orcas Island. The 76-acre park features madrone trees, pebbly beaches and splendid water views.

Potlatch State Park History

Potlatch State Park is one of many of Washington’s state parks that was established in response to an appeal from local residents. In the building boom after the end of World War II, residents of the Hood Canal area felt squeezed out of access to the shoreline by rapidly spreading development.

Anderson Lake State Park

Anderson Lake State Park is a day-use park with cedar, fir and alder forests and a freshwater marsh. Explore the park via hiking, equestrian and biking trails, which slope down to a lake teeming with birds and other wildlife.

A nephew’s adventures in state parks, part 2: Fort Worden Historical State Park

By Holly Sproul (Parks Forms Manager & Web Specialist) & Nephew Evan (Age 9) 

After soaking up the sun at Sun Lakes-Dry Falls State Park, we ventured to the westside of the mountains to cool off at Fort Worden Historical State Park in Port Townsend.