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 ...

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

Funding supporting 40+ projects across Washington’s national parks, addressing urgent needs today and investing in ...

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 ...

Washington State Parks announced Tuesday that it is hiking up certain fees later this year and early next.

August’s arrival may summon the sorrowful specter of summer’s end. But for some, it’s an invitation to soak up the season as much as possible before September’s showers. Hopeful outdoor explorers will ...

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 ...

Though Washington State Parks, like other parts of state government, did not make it through this year’s legislative session with its budget unscathed, park visitors shouldn’t notice any staffing or ...

A new fee system for foreign visitors applies to 11 U.S. national parks in 2026. But these 11 parks are not included and offer alternative places to visit.