Alerts

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

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.

State Parks Arbor crew will be working to mitigate hazard trees throughout the campgrounds from Monday, October 27th, 2025, to Thursday, October 30th, 2025. This may cause delays coming to and from the campgrounds. 

Beacon Rock Equestrian trail will be closed from October 6, 2025 - October 9, 2025, for culvert replacement work.

Beacon Rock Moorage will be closed for repair and maintenance work from September 29, 2025 - October 24, 2025. No moorage will be permitted during this time.

The South side of Beacon Rock is open for climbing. 

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

The water fill station is still closed and under Maintenace at the dump station

Please fill up and get water prior to visiting the park. 

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

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.

All shuttle services at Cama Beach are temporarily suspended. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Starting Monday, October 20 the docks at Lowell Point boat launch will be pulled and the launch will be winterized until Spring 2026. The boat launch will still be open for use, however, the docks will be removed. 

Cape Disappointment camping is closed entirely until late spring 2026 while the park undergoes major renovations. Camping reservations are unavailable for that time period. Please see our project page for more information and to plan your day trips accordingly.

Waikiki Beach and the North Jetty will be closed until Oct 8 and re-open on Oct 9. 

No fires permitted at any time.

Partial Trail Closure due to flooding washout between lower Monumental Dam and Kahlotus, WA until further notice.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Pass Lake is closed to all recreational access effective August 13, 2025, due to elevated Microcystins and Anatoxin-A.  The lake will remain closed until levels are below recreational guidelines.

West Beach parking lot is at a reduced capacity. Boat trailers, RV's and towed campers over 25 feet, are not permitted in the West Beach parking lot.

The boat ramp at Bowan Bay is no longer available for launching any boat that requires a trailer to launch.  Kayakers can still hand launch any kayak.  Additionally, there is no longer any boat trailer parking available at Bowman Bay and parallel parking will not be allowed.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

No fires permitted at any time.

There is construction at the entrance of the park. This work starts at the end of May and will last through November. The work includes construction of a new Welcome Center, bathrooms, park office, and improved roadways. Expect construction noise and occasional stopping of traffic at the park entrance.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

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.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

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. 

Boat launch restroom is closed until further notice. There is an ADA portable restroom available at the boat launch or the day use restroom is also available. 

No fires permitted at any time.

Park gate will be closed every evening (but not locked) at dusk and will reopen by 8 am. Only registered campers are allowed in the park after closing time. 

Same day reservations can now be made for campsites. Reservations can be made online or by phone at (888) 226-7688, or at the park office during office hours. Check-in time for all reservations is 2:30 p.m. Sites must be paid for before they are occupied.

No fires permitted at any time.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

No fires permitted at any time.

Drinking water is not available on James Island Marine State Park.

Drinking Water on Jones Island Marine State Park has been turned off for the season.  Please plan accordingly to pack in and supply your own water for use during your stay. 

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Moorage buoy is unsafe to use at this time. The anchor has drug into shallow water and a boat can ground at low tide. Repairs are not expected to occur within this boating season. Check back with this page for more information.

No fires permitted at any time.

The Swale Canyon portion of the Klickitat Trail will be closed for fire danger from June 21 through October 8 every season.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Beginning June 23, 2025, Start Parks will lower the water level of Lake Sylvia by approximately five feet to relieve pressure on the aging Lake Sylvia dam. The lake will remain open for recreation.

Effective immediately, the boat launch is closed to trailered watercraft. Hand-carried watercraft (such as kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards) may still be launched at this site. Please note: Kayak and paddle board rentals are no longer available through the park store.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Department of Natural Resources is doing construction on parts of Fragrance Lake Rd Trail and Burnout Rd. Trail. This starts on Monday September 8th, 2025 and will last for multiple weeks. The work includes grading and heavy equipment operation. Expect there to be noise and possible trail closures in these areas.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

The boat launch and day use parking lot are closed until further notice. Limited day use parking is available in the overflow parking lot by the group camp. The day use area is open for walk-in use. Please contact the park office at 509-884-8702 with any questions or concerns.

Please be advised there is a wildfire in our area, however, it is not threatening the Park. The Park is open for recreating at this time. Current wildfire information can be found at www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires. For current smoke levels please check www.PurpleAir for real-time conditions.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Lyons Ferry swim beach is closed due to a rise in the level of toxins produced by an algae bloom. No people or pets allowed in the water until further notice. Exposure to the toxins in the water can cause serious illness or death to people and pets. For more information on toxic blue green algae see the Benton-Franklin Health Department website.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

There will be intermittent maintenance on the upper floor of the Vista House continuing throughout the summer. Expect noises and disruptions when visiting the Vista House and the surrounding area. 

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is conducting an ongoing study of moose populations on Mt. Spokane and throughout northeastern Washington. 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.

There will be intermittent maintenance on the upper floor of the Vista House continuing throughout the summer. Expect noises and disruptions when visiting the Vista House and the surrounding area. 

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is conducting an ongoing study of moose populations on Mt. Spokane and throughout northeastern Washington. 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.

No fires permitted at any time.

Nisqually State Park is closed until further notice while ongoing construction occurs. For your safety, and the safety of our construction workers, please do not visit the park during this closure. For any questions or concerns, please reach out to Nisqually@parks.wa.gov. 

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Due to seasonal flooding, the following sites are removed from the reservation system and are available on a first come first service basis only from October 1, 2025, through May 14, 2026.

Loop 1 (standard sites):  2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16, 18, 28, 30, 37

Loop 4 (standard sites):  134 - 137, 157 - 163, 175 - 177

Loop 4 (full utility sites):  140, 142, 143, 151, 152, 153, 166, 168, 169, 171

No fires permitted at any time.

Due to seasonal flooding, the following partial utility sites are removed from the reservation system and are available on a first come first service basis only from October 1, 2025, through May 14, 2026.

9 - 15, 21, 22

No open flames of any type, internal RV stoves OK. No smoking allowed. Trails and undeveloped areas may be closed to entry.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

During the Vantage Bridge construction project, WSDOT is redirecting bicycles from I-90, both directions, to take the Beverly Bridge detour. The detour signs on the Palouse to Cascades Trail are only for the I-90 detour. The trail is open through the Yakima Training Center. 

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

The Snoqualmie Tunnel will be opening May 1st for the 2025 season.

Day Use Area will be closed on the following dates:

• Friday, October 3, 2025 (All day)

• Monday, October 6, 2025 (All day)

• Wednesday, October 8, 2025, to Thursday, October 9, 2025 (All day)

• Monday, October 20, 2025, to Wednesday, October 22, 2025 (All day)

• Friday, October 24, 2025, to Saturday, October 25, 2025 (All day)

The east fishing dock will be closed beginning Sept. 2 for replacement. Work expected to be completed by June 2026. Bank fishing is still available. 

Shellfishing at Penrose Point State Park is CLOSED for the 2025 season.

No fires permitted at any time.

Please be advised there is a wildfire in our area, however, it is not threatening the Park. The Park is open for recreating at this time. Current wildfire information can be found at www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires. For current smoke levels please check www.PurpleAir for real-time conditions.

No fires permitted at any time.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Sewer obstruction in sites 12-16. Visitors can dump their grey water, but we ask that they use the trailer dump located next to the Welcome Station to dump their black water.

O'Sullivan and Perch Point areas are under a Level 3 Burn Ban 

No Wood or Charcoal fires allowed.

Propane/gas self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits are allowed.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

 The day-use restroom is closed for repairs. Portable toilets are available for use. 

The trailer dump is closed until further notice.

The Kitchen Shelter will be closed beginning May 2025 through the end of June 2026 for restoration. 

No fires permitted at any time.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

The Lake Spokane Campground will be closing for the season starting Tuesday October 21. The seasonal closure is starting early to allow the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to conduct a controlled burn in the area. The Lake Spokane day use and boat launch may have intermittent closures leading up to the full seasonal closure of the area on November 1 for fire crews to stage equipment.

View the controlled burn area here.

Construction is continuing on the new Knothead Valley Trailhead and Parking Area. Final inspections and touch-ups should be complete by mid-October. The Knothead Loop Trail (TR 500) is open and will remain open throughout the remaining construction work. Learn more here. 

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Potential blue-green algae present in boat launch at Sacajawea Historical State Park. No people or pets in the water allowed. Boats and other watercraft are okay. If you come in contact with the algae, make sure to wash the area thoroughly. For more information on toxic blue green algae see the Benton-Franklin Health Department website.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

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.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Sequim Bay State Park will be completely closed from June 5th through September 15th, 2026, due to Construction of a New Park Entrance. If you were planning a visit to the area, there are many other beautiful parks. To find other options in the area please visit http://www.clallamcountywa.gov/294/Parks-Fair-Facilities

Subject to change. 

Sorry about the inconvenience.

Parks Staff,

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Beginning the last week of September, the Centennial Trail between Superior Street and Mission Park will be closed for utility work. A detour will be in place around Mission Park and along Superior Street. The City of Spokane will be replacing a sewer line under the Centennial Trail in this area. 

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Please be advised there is a wildfire in our area, however, it is not threatening the Park. The Park is open for recreating at this time. Current wildfire information can be found at www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires. For current smoke levels please check www.PurpleAir for real-time conditions.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Osborn Bay is under a Level 3 Burn Ban.  

No Wood or Charcoal fires allowed.

Propane/gas self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits are allowed.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Steptoe Butte is completely closed for a road improvement project. Repaving this road will improve the visitor experience, access and safety. Anticipated completion will be late October. Keep checking this website for updates.

Drinking water is available at Stuart Island Marine State Park for the Season.

Drinking Water on Sucia Island Marine State Park will be turned off for the season on September 30, 2025.  After September 30, 2025, please plan accordingly to pack in and supply your own water for use during your stay.

Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.

Starting October 1st through March 31st, Tolmie will be closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Park will be open 9am-dusk Wednesday-Sundays.

No fires permitted at any time.

No fires permitted at any time.

Reservations for campsites at Twanoh State Park are closed starting June 1, 2026 through spring of 2027 for a shoreline restoration project. Specific dates and details will be published when available.

Starting in 2026 Twanoh State Park will have NO TRASH SERVICE in the day use areas. Pack it in - Pack it out!  

Park gate will be closed every evening (but not locked) at dusk and will reopen by 8 am. Only registered campers are allowed in the park after closing time. 

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

Please be advised there is a wildfire in our area, however, it is not threatening the Park. The Park is open for recreating at this time. Current wildfire information can be found at www.dnr.wa.gov/Wildfires. For current smoke levels please check www.PurpleAir for real-time conditions.

No fires permitted at any time.

There are multiple trail improvement projects occurring in Pacific County this fall that require portions of the trail to be closed.

-The trail will be closed from Salmon Creek (MP28) to Lebam (MP 38) September 15^th through December 31^st for resurfacing work.

-The trail will be closed at approximately MP 47 just west of Menlo September 8^th-Dec 31^st for the construction of a new trailhead.

-There will be rolling closures along the trail between Menlo (MP 46) and Lebam (MP 38.5) from September 15^th-December 31^st for resurfacing work.

Milepost distances noted are from Chehalis heading west. Thank you for your patience while these developments occur.

No fires permitted at any time.

Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.

There is ongoing construction along the Levy Trail. This is a long-term ecosystem restoration project conducted by the federal government and is 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.