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  1. Parks earns RAIN’s 2023 Outstanding Agency Award

    Posted on September 22, 2023

    Parks recognized for commitment to inclusive work culture for LGBTQ+ staff Read on...

  2. Future expansion opportunity for Riverside State Park needs public input

    Posted on September 13, 2023

    The public is invited to learn more and share feedback on Sept. 26 and 28 Read on...

  1. More families can enjoy state parks with updated Foster Family Program and pass

    Posted on August 31, 2023

    The changes include a new streamlined application process, an official discount pass card for families to carry and an expansion of the program to include more qualifying families. Read on...

  2. Make same-day camping reservations at popular parks with expanded Parks program

    Posted on August 28, 2023

    Washington State Parks expands pilot program for same-day reservations at Deception Pass, Millersylvania and Cape Disappointment. Read on...
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  1. State Parks Park Aide Recruitment Graphic

    Become a seasonal Park Aide!

    Do you want to work outdoors as a valued member of our team preserving Washington’s treasured lands, waterways and heritage? Washington State Parks will hire 305 seasonal park aides this spring, and you could be one of them! Read on...