Current Alerts SW parks
Beacon Rock
• Technical rock climbing: The south face of Beacon Rock is open for technical rock climbing July 13 to Jan. 31. The northwest corner is open for climbing year round. The east face is closed for the protection of rare species, cultural and historical resources.
• Technical rock climbing: The south face of Beacon Rock is open for technical rock climbing July 13 to Jan. 31. The northwest corner is open for climbing year round. The east face is closed for the protection of rare species, cultural and historical resources.
Belfair
• Due to winter storm damage and flooding, Belfair State Park sites 162 and 164-166 will remain closed until further notice.
• Due to winter storm damage and flooding, Belfair State Park sites 162 and 164-166 will remain closed until further notice.
Blake Island
• Two of the Cascadia Marine Trail sites located in Blake Island State Park have been cleared and are now open. One remaining campsite will remain closed until further notice due to storm damage. All other camping areas are open at this time.
• NOTE: Moorage and rafting limits for the buoys at Blake Island State Park have changed. Boats 37’ and longer are no longer allowed on the buoys at the south end of the island. Limits are posted on the buoys.
• Two of the Cascadia Marine Trail sites located in Blake Island State Park have been cleared and are now open. One remaining campsite will remain closed until further notice due to storm damage. All other camping areas are open at this time.
• NOTE: Moorage and rafting limits for the buoys at Blake Island State Park have changed. Boats 37’ and longer are no longer allowed on the buoys at the south end of the island. Limits are posted on the buoys.
Bottle Beach
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Cape Disappointment
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Cutts Island
• This is a Day Use park only. There is no overnight camping permitted on the island. Fires are not permitted at anytime.
• This is a Day Use park only. There is no overnight camping permitted on the island. Fires are not permitted at anytime.
Dash Point
• Please note: Alcohol is allowed only in the campground, by registered campers of legal age. It is not allowed in any other areas of the park.
• Please note: Alcohol is allowed only in the campground, by registered campers of legal age. It is not allowed in any other areas of the park.
Dosewallips
• Please be aware: the Dosewallips River is running high, fast and cold Park staff advise avoid entering the river unless you are knowledgeable, prepared and have the capability for self rescue. Water can be deceiving and the current can be deadly.
• Metal detecting is prohibited in Dosewallips State Park.
• Please be aware: the Dosewallips River is running high, fast and cold Park staff advise avoid entering the river unless you are knowledgeable, prepared and have the capability for self rescue. Water can be deceiving and the current can be deadly.
• Metal detecting is prohibited in Dosewallips State Park.
Doug's Beach
• Please note: There is a permanent burn ban in effect at Doug's Beach State Park. No open flames of any type; no smoking allowed; trails and undeveloped areas closed to entry; internal RV stoves are allowed.
For information on burn bans throughout Washington state, you may visit the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website. Please note that individual park burn bans may differ from DNR burn bans and may change without notice. Please check current conditions upon arriving at the park.
• Please note: There is a permanent burn ban in effect at Doug's Beach State Park. No open flames of any type; no smoking allowed; trails and undeveloped areas closed to entry; internal RV stoves are allowed.
For information on burn bans throughout Washington state, you may visit the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website. Please note that individual park burn bans may differ from DNR burn bans and may change without notice. Please check current conditions upon arriving at the park.
Flaming Geyser
• Flaming Geyser State Park is open to vehicular and foot traffic. The park can accommodate approximately 300 vehicles. Parking rules will be enforced, so visitors must park in authorized areas only. One restroom that is accessible to people with disabilities is open. Portable toilets will be provided throughout the park during the summer months. There is no water available in the park, and the lodge will remain closed. The park will undergo significant construction and upgrades on electrical, water and sewer as soon as environmental permits are obtained. Repairs are expected to take at least two years to complete.
• Please note: Alcohol is not permitted at Flaming Geyser State Park. This policy is strictly enforced throughout the park, including picnic shelters.
Model airplane flying hours:
Saturdays and Sundays - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or dusk (whichever is earliest);
Mondays through Thursdays - 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. or dusk (whichever is earliest);
Fridays - 10 a.m. to dusk, for electric or non-powered flight only.
• Flaming Geyser State Park is open to vehicular and foot traffic. The park can accommodate approximately 300 vehicles. Parking rules will be enforced, so visitors must park in authorized areas only. One restroom that is accessible to people with disabilities is open. Portable toilets will be provided throughout the park during the summer months. There is no water available in the park, and the lodge will remain closed. The park will undergo significant construction and upgrades on electrical, water and sewer as soon as environmental permits are obtained. Repairs are expected to take at least two years to complete.
• Please note: Alcohol is not permitted at Flaming Geyser State Park. This policy is strictly enforced throughout the park, including picnic shelters.
Model airplane flying hours:
Saturdays and Sundays - 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or dusk (whichever is earliest);
Mondays through Thursdays - 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. or dusk (whichever is earliest);
Fridays - 10 a.m. to dusk, for electric or non-powered flight only.
Fort Columbia
• The Fort Columbia Interpretive Center and Commanding Officer's Historic House are closed until further notice.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• The Fort Columbia Interpretive Center and Commanding Officer's Historic House are closed until further notice.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Grayland Beach
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Griffiths-Priday
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Ike Kinswa
• Sewer utilities may be unavailable in the main full hook-up camping loop (sites 1 through 41) at Ike Kinswa State Park from April 1 to June 30 due to maintenance work. The trail dump facility is open.
• Sewer utilities may be unavailable in the main full hook-up camping loop (sites 1 through 41) at Ike Kinswa State Park from April 1 to June 30 due to maintenance work. The trail dump facility is open.
Iron Horse
• Tunnels 48 and 49 are closed for a construction project. They are scheduled to re-open in late June.
• Tunnels 48 and 49 are closed for a construction project. They are scheduled to re-open in late June.
Kanaskat-Palmer
• Please note: The local fire station uses a siren to summon volunteer firefighters for duty. The siren may be activated at any hour of the day or night and creates noisy conditions for campers and visitors. State Parks cannot be responsible for this significant intrusion into your camping experience.
• Please note: The local fire station uses a siren to summon volunteer firefighters for duty. The siren may be activated at any hour of the day or night and creates noisy conditions for campers and visitors. State Parks cannot be responsible for this significant intrusion into your camping experience.
Kopachuck
• Campground closure: Kopachuck State Park is open for day use only. Due to hazardous trees in the forest, the campground area is closed indefinitely.
• Campground closure: Kopachuck State Park is open for day use only. Due to hazardous trees in the forest, the campground area is closed indefinitely.
Lake Easton
• Tunnels 48 and 49 are closed for a construction project. They are scheduled to re-open in late June.
• Metal detecting: By order of the Bureau of Reclamation, this park is closed to metal detecting indefinitely.
• Whittier tunnel will remain closed until mid-spring.
• Tunnels 48 and 49 are closed for a construction project. They are scheduled to re-open in late June.
• Metal detecting: By order of the Bureau of Reclamation, this park is closed to metal detecting indefinitely.
• Whittier tunnel will remain closed until mid-spring.
Leadbetter Point
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Ocean City
• Some campsites may have standing water due to heavy rains and poor drainage.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Some campsites may have standing water due to heavy rains and poor drainage.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Pacific Beach
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Pacific Pines
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Rainbow Falls
• Please note: Some bridges along the Willapa Hills Trail are closed until further notice due to extensive flooding damage in Dec. 2007. Please be aware that portions of the trail are inaccessible as a result of these closures.
• Please note: Some bridges along the Willapa Hills Trail are closed until further notice due to extensive flooding damage in Dec. 2007. Please be aware that portions of the trail are inaccessible as a result of these closures.
Saltwater
• Due to resource management concerns, a portion of the lower day-use area of Saltwater State Park is closed to metal detecting until further notice. Please check with park staff prior to metal detecting in the park.
• Please note: Alcohol is allowed only in the campground, by registered campers of legal age. It is not allowed in any other areas of the park.
Campfires are not allowed in the park however, charcoal and propane barbecues are permitted.
• Due to resource management concerns, a portion of the lower day-use area of Saltwater State Park is closed to metal detecting until further notice. Please check with park staff prior to metal detecting in the park.
• Please note: Alcohol is allowed only in the campground, by registered campers of legal age. It is not allowed in any other areas of the park.
Campfires are not allowed in the park however, charcoal and propane barbecues are permitted.
Scenic Beach
• May – Sept. a bridge construction project will reduce travel to one lane along Miami Beach Road. Travelers to Scenic Beach State Park should expect delays.
• May – Sept. a bridge construction project will reduce travel to one lane along Miami Beach Road. Travelers to Scenic Beach State Park should expect delays.
Spring Creek Hatchery
• Please note: There is a permanent burn ban in effect at Spring Creek Hatchery State Park. No open flames of any type; no smoking allowed; trails and undeveloped areas closed to entry; internal RV stoves are allowed.
For information on burn bans throughout Washington state, you may visit the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website. Please note that individual park burn bans may differ from DNR burn bans and may change without notice. Please check current conditions upon arriving at the park.
• Please note: There is a permanent burn ban in effect at Spring Creek Hatchery State Park. No open flames of any type; no smoking allowed; trails and undeveloped areas closed to entry; internal RV stoves are allowed.
For information on burn bans throughout Washington state, you may visit the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) website. Please note that individual park burn bans may differ from DNR burn bans and may change without notice. Please check current conditions upon arriving at the park.
Twin Harbors
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
Westhaven
• We are currently replacing the restrooms at Westhaven State Park. This is a major construction project that is currently underway and is impacting both parking and entrance in to the parking lot. This project is estimated to last through August, 2013. We are providing temporary restrooms on site. Due to construction and limited parking, camping trailers and vehicles over 22 feet in length are prohibited.
• We are currently replacing the restrooms at Westhaven State Park. This is a major construction project that is currently underway and is impacting both parking and entrance in to the parking lot. This project is estimated to last through August, 2013. We are providing temporary restrooms on site. Due to construction and limited parking, camping trailers and vehicles over 22 feet in length are prohibited.
Westport Light
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
• Japanese tsunami debris: Visit the Dept. of Ecology’s website for information on tsunami debris found on Washington’s beaches, what to do if you find debris and how to report it.
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