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Twenty-five Mile Creek Sno-Park

Twenty-five Mile Creek Sno-park is located in the Leavenworth/Chelan region. This Sno-park features 63 miles of motorized snowmobiling trails.

Photo Sharing Form

Share your photos of Washington State Parks with us.

Commissioners

Learn more about our Washington State Parks and Recreation Commissioners.

Sno-Park On-Site Evaluation Form

Complete this form to share your visit of a Sno-Park.

Bethel Ridge/ Soup Creek Sno-Park

Bethel Ridge / Soup Creek Sno-park is located in the Greenwater/Yakima region. This Sno-park features 28 miles of motorized, snowmobiling trails in the White Pass System.

Natural Investment Permit

Annual permit waives watercraft launch, trailer dump and day-use parking fees in Washington State Parks.

Retreat center reservations reopen beginning Jan. 3

Book a Washington State Parks Retreat Center for youth groups, schools, families, businesses and other groups

OLYMPIA – Dec. 21, 2021 – The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission announced the reopening of park retreat centers beginning in spring 2022. On Jan. 3 at 7 a.m., parks will begin accepting retreat center reservations for the 2022 Memorial Day weekend and beyond.

Stewardship

Learn about the scope, duties and work of the Washington State Parks Stewardship Program

Trails

Learn about our many state parks trails and the exciting recreation they offer.

Moorage Permit

This annual permit waives the moorage fee at State Park marine facilities.

ADA Accessible Recreation

Learn about ADA recreation at State parks and use our interactive map to find parks with ADA features and amenities.

Onsite call-in system eases buoy registration for boaters

Twelve marine state parks now accept buoy fees by phone

OLYMPIA – July 6, 2022 – Twelve Washington marine state parks now allow boaters to pay moorage fees by phone. Each buoy will have a buoy number and phone number to call to make payment. Previously, boaters at these parks had to go to shore to pay for overnight moorage.

This call-in option started in 2021 as a pilot program at Jarrell Cove State Park. The program expands this year to include 10 parks in the San Juan Islands and two in Skagit County.

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Manchester Torpedo Warehouse

The Torpedo Warehouse sits on the shoreline of Rich Passage in Manchester State Park.  

Agency Administration

Learn more about the agency administration at Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.

Civilian Conservation Corps Interpretive Center

Deception Pass State Park houses the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Interpretive Center featuring photos, artifacts, and video from CCC projects from across the state.

Moran Mountain Bike Trail Proposal Planning

Washington State Parks is looking at long-term management options at Moran State Park as Orcas Power and Light Cooperative (OPALCO) transitions away from the current utility corridor. 

Documents

01-Public Meeting Announcement

Nisqually Roundabout Construction

In early April 2025, construction began on a new roundabout at the intersection of State Route 7 and Mashel Prairie Road near Nisqually State Park. Work is anticipated for completion winter 2025, weather permitting. 

Stewardship Programs

Learn about State parks policies and best practices for natural, historic and cultural stewardship.

Mission & Vision

Learn about Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission's mission, vision and core values.

Scientific Research Permit Application

To conduct research activities within State Parks, an application to Stewardship is required.

Public Comment

We invite you to play an active role in planning and developing your state parks.

Public Records Requests

Learn about how to make a public record request with Washington State Parks.
Learn about all the exciting ways you can contribute to and get involved with Washington State Parks!
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Monofilament recycling

Monofilament recycling program information in Washington State Parks. Learn more about where you can recycle monofilament fishing line at parks.

Park Ranger Physical Ability Test

Learn about the Physical Ability Test process, required exercises, and passing criteria.