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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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.
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.
Wilderness Areas are protected regions within national forests, national parks, and certain other federal lands where motorized equipment is prohibited.
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!
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!
Gather with us at the Upper Campground Amphitheater for ranger-led talks about the park, complete with a cozy campfire—weather and fire conditions permitting!
Join park staff at a CCC era Kitchen Shelter for warm drinks, interpretive displays, and an optional scavenger hunt hike (solve riddles to find points of interest along trails).
After dinner, Join staff for family-friendly evening programs. Programs are 30 minutes and cover a variety of park topics. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
After dinner, Join staff for family-friendly evening programs. Programs are 30 minutes and cover a variety of park topics. All ages are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.