We're updating our camping and moorage fees to continue providing great experiences for visitors amid inflation and rising costs. You will see a rate increase for camping stays booked for May 15 and beyond. Moorage fees will increase Jan. 1. Learn more here.
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Please note: A Burn Ban is in effect at all Washington State Parks and Properties at all times. Most camping parks are at a Burn Ban Level 1 or higher year-round. Most day-use only parks are designated No Fires Permitted at Any Time, unless they are equipped with fire rings or braziers.
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Burn Ban Level 1
- Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills.
- Propane and gas grills allowed.
Burn Ban Level 2
- Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas.
- Gas and propane allowed.
- Charcoal may be restricted.
Burn Ban Level 3
- Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed.
- No charcoal or wood fires allowed.
Burn Ban Level 4
- No open flames of any type. Internal RV stoves OK.
- No smoking allowed.
- Trails and undeveloped areas may be closed to entry.
No Fires at Any Time
- No fires permitted at any time of year.
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Water Closure
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All water activities are closed due to high water toxin levels. Do not recreate in or around the water.
Anderson Lake is known for algae blooms that can close fishing and water recreation on the lake. Exposure to the toxins in the water can cause serious illness or death to people and pets.
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There will be higher than normal congestion through Birch Bay State Park from 6:00am to 12:00pm on Saturday April 5th, 2025 due to a trail run planned by a private organization. For any questions or concerns please call 360-371-2800 or email: Birch.Bay@parks.wa.gov
Thank you!
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The Brooks Memorial Group Camp will be without running water due to underground water leakage and the need for repairs. The water will be turned off for the 2025 camping season. Potable water will be available at the dump station in the day use area, and group campers may utilize it.
Burn Ban No fires at any time
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The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission voted to keep the cabins at the park permanently closed where they currently sit. This was a difficult decision following an involved public process. Long-term planning, underway now through 2026, will evaluate the future of the park and other options for overnight accommodation. Day use in the park remains open, as does the Cama Center and café. Restrooms are not available in the lower beach area but are available in other parts of the park.
Visit the project page for more information and future opportunities for public input.
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All shuttle services at Cama Beach are temporarily suspended. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Part of the Park is Closed
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Cape Disappointment camping and several day-use areas are expected to close Sept. 16, 2025 until at least April 30, 2026, when the park will undergo major construction. Camping reservations are unavailable for that time period. Please see our project page for more information.
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Parking is restricted to designated parking pads or overflow for all motorized vehicles. This includes motorized off-road vehicles (ORV) including ATV'S & UTV'S.
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Non-street legal motorized off-road vehicles including motorcycles & ATVs are not permitted to operate within Conconully State Park.
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Due to cold temperatures water and restroom facilities may be reduced during April and October. Hook up sites may be affected. Please call the park at (509)826-7408 for more information.
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Our famous sea lioness, Elsie Mae, has returned to Rosario Beach for her molting process.
Please do not approach her for your safety. This may affect tide pool visitation.
If she is close to the tide pools they will be closed for safety reasons. When the tide pools are closed, we will switch the program to the Education Table.
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The Cranberry Lake Picnic Shelter will be closed from March 15th to April 15th due to roof repairs. Access to the parking lot, restrooms and dock will be available.
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Dosewallips State Park has shut off the water for the winter due to cold temperatures. It will re-open in March of 2025. The winter water supply is located near the dump station.
The day use area is also shut down for the winter. There are vault toilets available at Dosewallips Meadows Park, 1 mile to the north on 101 from the main park.
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Effective March 1, a Discover Pass is required for day-use parking in all areas of Fort Worden Historical State Park, to include the upper campus. A Discover Pass can be purchased at the Fort Worden Park office, at the self-serve kiosk at the beach and at a new self-serve station being installed near the park's the main entrance. Learn about more ways to buy a Discover Pass here.
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Find the latest information about operations and planning for the Fort Worden Upper Campus here.
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ADA Notice: The vertical lift for the Park Office/Ranger Station is out of commission. Call (360) 344-4412 or ring the bell at the bottom of the stairs for assistance.
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Recreation Drive in Vantage will be allowing limited vehicle access until the EIS/CAMP process is complete. Trail limited to administrative, scientific activities, agency issued access permit for properties owners and OPDMD (other power-driven mobility device). Equestrian, foot and bicycle is allowed. Call (509) 968-5298.
Part of the Park is Closed
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For vehicle access from Recreation drive into Fish and Wildlife Lands, please use the green dot system out of the Whiskey Dick wildlife unit. WDFW Map. WDFW Contact Info. Equestrian, foot, and bicycle access is allowed.
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Water chlorination in process for the next 30-45 days. Park drinking water may have a chlorine taste, but the water is safe to drink. Please contact the park office at (360) 267-4301 or email Grayland.Beach@PARKS.WA.GOV with any questions or concerns.
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Effective 3/24/2025 (Between the hours of 8:00am - 2:00pm) you may now make a "same day" reservation for campsites. Reservations can be made online or by phone at (1-888-226-7688) or at the park office during office hours. Check-in time for all reservations is 2:30pm. Sites must be paid for before they are occupied.
Park is Completely Closed
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Kopachuck is closed to the public until July 5, 2025 for major construction of roads and buildings. Learn more and check for updates here.
Boating and Moorage
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The boat launch is closed today for a maintenance project.
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Due to a rockslide on SR 971, visitors will need to take Navarre Coulee Rd from US-97 ALT to reach the park. Read about the slide and learn more from WSDOT here.
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The Sno-Park season ends at Mt. Spokane on April 1. A Discover Pass is required for day use from April 1 – November 30.
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Starting Oct. 15, the Summit Road will be closed to vehicles during the winter season.
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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is conducting an ongoing study of moose populations on Mt. Spokane and throughout northeastern Washington. Biologists will be outfitting moose with GPS radio collars to gain information about how the animals use the landscape and to assess the overall health and wellness of the local population. Park visitors can expect to see low flying helicopters and collared animals within the park.
More information about this study can be found at this WDFW blog post.
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The Sno-Park season ends at Mt. Spokane on April 1. A Discover Pass is required for day use from April 1 – November 30.
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Starting Oct. 15, the Summit Road will be closed to vehicles during the winter season.
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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is conducting an ongoing study of moose populations on Mt. Spokane and throughout northeastern Washington. Biologists will be outfitting moose with GPS radio collars to gain information about how the animals use the landscape and to assess the overall health and wellness of the local population. Park visitors can expect to see low flying helicopters and collared animals within the park.
More information about this study can be found at this WDFW blog post.
Boating and Moorage
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The pier at Mystery Bay State Park will remain closed until further notice. During a routine inspection, it was discovered that the pier may not be safe for public access. The buoys, boat launch, and moorage docks remain open. The marine pumpout station remains open seasonally April through October.
Burn Ban No fires at any time
Park is Completely Closed
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Nisqually State Park will be closed to the public beginning Jan. 26, 2025. There will be park closures through summer 2025 while crews complete the development of a trail system and building construction. We appreciate the patience of the community and visitors while this work is completed. Learn more about the project here.
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A section of the Nolte trail will be temporarily closed for maintenance on 4/1/2025. While the section of the trail will not accessible during this time, you can still enjoy the trail from the opposite side of the bridge up to the clearly marked closure points. For the safety of all visitors, please refrain from attempting to go around the barriers.
Burn Ban No fires at any time
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There is construction at the Kittitas Depot. This work starts on March 5, 2025, and ends on July 31, 2025. The work includes renovation of the existing depot. Part of the Kittitas trailhead will be closed. Parking will still be available on the east side of the trailhead. A detour will be in place between Railroad Ave. to Main St.
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Snoqualmie Tunnel at Hyak is closed for the winter. Tentatively, the tunnel will reopen May 2025, weather-dependent.
Whittier, Roaring Creek, Cold Creek, and Keechelus Boat Launch parking lot bathrooms will be locked and closed for the winter. Weather-dependent, they will reopen in the spring as snow conditions melt.
Yakima River bridge crossings near Lake Easton (east and west of Lake Easton) are closed for the winter. They will reopen in the spring as snow depth melts.
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Annual pre-emergent weed treatment on the Palouse to Cascades Trail is planned for the week of April 14, 2025, from South Cle Elum to Kittitas.
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The use of motorized off road vehicles (ORVs) including ATVs and UTVs is not permitted at Pearrygin Lake State Park. For information on Okanogan County Roads open for ORV use visit the link below.
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Due to colder temperatures water and restroom facilities may be reduced during April and October. Hook up sites may be affected. Please call the park at (509)996-2370 for more information.
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Entrance consolidation project has been completed. The east and west park entrances will be closed indefinitely to through traffic. Visitors may access the park through the new entrance at 625 Bear Creek Road.
Part of the Park is Closed
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Day-use showers are closed until further notice. Showers are available in the campground.
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The trailer dump is closed until further notice.
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The Kitchen Shelter will be closed beginning May 2025 through the end of September 2025 for restoration.
Part of the Park is Closed
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Beginning the week of Mon. March 17, crews will complete a 422-acre prescribed burn along SR 291 and Corkscrew Rd. The project area includes the Lake Spokane Campground and day-use area. The boat launch will open Tues. April 1 but the campground will remain closed until Thur. April 3 for crews to facilitate the burn. View the work project area here.
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Beginning in April, Parks will complete a 340-acre forest health treatment in the area between Seven Mile Road and Carlson Road. Trailhead and trail closures will be in place throughout the project area. Work will be completed by June 30, 2025. See the project area map, learn more about the project and check for updates here.
Part of the Park is Closed
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The ORV area is open but expect intermittent closures for the Deep Creek area due to creek flow.
Part of the Park is Closed
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There are a number of projects in development in the campground area of the park, some resulting from flooding and erosion impacts. While the campground is closed, we are taking this opportunity to reevaluate camping within the park. We will have more information available as this work progresses.
Part of the Park is Closed
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The Mount Saint Helens Visitor Center will be temporarily closed from Sept. 30, 2024 to mid-May 2025 for a complete update of its exhibits. The Wetland Haven Trail on Silver Lake and the parking lot will remain open. Please call (360) 274-0962 or email silver.lake@parks.wa.gov for updates on interpretive programming outdoors this winter and spring.
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Water supply at sites A1-31 are temporarily turned off. Water can be obtained at one of the central spigots or in loop T at an unoccupied stie. We anticipate the water supply will be turned back on in April.
Burn Ban No fires at any time
Part of the Park is Closed
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Trails within Squak Mountain State Park are completely closed due to storm damage. The following trails are currently closed: Old Griz Trail, Phil's Creek Trail, and Eastside Trail. Please use caution while hiking within the park. If you were planning to come for the day, please check in with park staff or plan a visit one of our other parks.
Burn Ban Level 2
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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
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Park is Completely Closed
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Steptoe Butte is completely closed due to road wash out until further notice. If you were planning to come for the day, please visit one of our other parks.
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Steptoe Butte will be closed for a road improvement project beginning late May or early June 2025. Repaving this road will improve the visitor experience, access and safety. Anticipated completion will be September 30th, 2025. Keep checking this website for updates.
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Trestles 32 and 32.5 are completed and open. However, trail surface improvements in this area are scheduled to occur late 2024.
The trail is closed at MP 38.5 west of Lebam due to a washout. Planning, permitting, and design of a bridge to span the washout is currently in progress.
The trail is closed between MP 48-49 at Trestle 48, east of Heckard Rd. The trestle and adjacent trail are unsafe for use due to erosion.
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There is ongoing construction along the Levy trail. This is a long-term ecosystem restoration project conducted by the federal government, scheduled until late 2027. The work includes large equipment driving up and down the Levy trail. Expect extra noise near areas along the Levy trail and campsites 17 - 36.