The parks at the top of this list come as no surprise to Washingtonians. And if you’ve yet to check them out, let this be the ...

Fall showers ushered in dramatic skies above Tolmie State Park near Olympia, Wa. on Oct 1, 2025, as visitors will now be ...

The Washington State Parks system is raising a handful of fees for the first time in more than a decade, amid rising costs ...

Looking to get outside? You can explore Washington’s national parks — and dozens of other scenic spots — for free. The U.S. National Park Service is offering no-cost admission to must-visit sites ...

Four proposals are being considered for the island in Puget Sound, from removing the marina and restoring the park's natural state to funding expensive improvements.

If your New Year’s resolution involves getting more active or spending more time outdoors, you’re in luck. Washington residents can access hundreds of state parks, recreation sites and wildlife areas ...

If you’re looking to explore some of the best natural spots in Washington, the Olympic Coast offers a great mix of scenery and outdoor activities. From beaches to forests, the state parks along this ...

A newly published guide from the Washington State Parks Foundation is providing helpful information about how everyone, no matter what their accessibility needs are, can get outside and enjoy our ...