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Please note: A Burn Ban is in effect at all Washington State Parks and Properties at all times. Most camping parks are at a Burn Ban Level 1 or higher year-round. Most day-use only parks are designated No Fires Permitted at Any Time, unless they are equipped with fire rings or braziers.
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Burn Ban Level 1
- Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills.
- Propane and gas grills allowed.
Burn Ban Level 2
- Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas.
- Gas and propane allowed.
- Charcoal may be restricted.
Burn Ban Level 3
- Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed.
- No charcoal or wood fires allowed.
Burn Ban Level 4
- No open flames of any type. Internal RV stoves OK.
- No smoking allowed.
- Trails and undeveloped areas may be closed to entry.
No Fires at Any Time
- No fires permitted at any time of year.
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Water Closure
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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.
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Water is turned off in campsites 10-30 for the winter and will be turned on again in April. Potable water is available at the dump station.
Construction
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In early 2025, construction will begin on the pan-abode restroom closest to the cabins and group camp. Please note access to this restroom may be limited at that time. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Burn Ban No fires at any time
Notification
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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.
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All shuttle services at Cama Beach are temporarily suspended. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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The parking lot at The Dalles Mt trailhead will be temporarily closed due to cattle movement. Trailhead will remain open but please use guidelines below. Please park roadside further along at the pullout until further notice.
Portions of the Eight Mile Creek Trail now have seasonal gates in operation. The gates are installed to keep cattle in the area. Cattle grazing helps reduce vegetation (or 'fuels') that feeds wildfire. It also helps to invigorate the soils and encourages biodiversity.
Please open and close the gates when entering and exiting the trail section.
Do not allow dogs to chase or harass cattle. Dogs must be on leash and under physical control when using all portions of the trail at all times of the year.
This fuel reduction project should conclude in December. Your cooperation and support is appreciated. Enjoy the trail.
Burn Ban Level 2
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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
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Non-street legal motorized off-road vehicles including motorcycles & ATVs are not permitted to operate within Conconully State Park.
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Parking is restricted to designated parking pads or overflow for all motorized vehicles. This includes motorized off-road vehicles (ORV) including ATV'S & UTV'S.
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Due to cold temperatures water and restroom facilities may be reduced during April and October. Hook up sites may be affected. Please call the park at (509)826-7408 for more information.
Burn Ban Level 2
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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
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Due to colder temperatures, water and restroom facilities may be reduced during April and October. Hook up sites may be affected. Please call the park at (509)775-3592 for more information.
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Dosewallips State Park has shut off the water for the winter due to cold temperatures. It will re-open in March of 2025. The winter water supply is located near the dump station.
The day use area is also shut down for the winter. There are vault toilets available at Dosewallips Meadows Park, 1 mile to the north on 101 from the main park.
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Due to possible freezing temperatures, the water at each campsite is turned off from Nov. 7 - March 31. A potable water supply is located in campsite #93. Exact dates will depend on the weather.
Shellfish
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Seasons are subject to closure by the Department of Health for marine biotoxins. Please check the following links to determine closures or season changes.
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There is construction in Fort Flagler State Park's Upper Campground. The Upper Campground will be closed when work starts on 08/01/2024 and will stay closed through the rest of the 2024 camping season. The work includes relocating a section of the road and renovating campsites. Expect construction noises during weekdays. Upper campground reservations for the 2025 season will not be available until we update the campground map and campsite parameters in our reservation system.
Burn Ban Level 3
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Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.
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Due to possible freezing temperatures, the water will be turned off at both campgrounds starting November 15th through March 15th. Exact dates are dependent upon the weather. A winter water supply with potable water is located next to Restroom 601 in the Lower Campground. The dump station will also close seasonally.
Due to increased vandalism, campground showers will have operating hours starting November 4th. Shower hours are from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.
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ADA Notice: The vertical lift for the Park Office/Ranger Station is out of commission. Call (360) 344-4412 or ring the bell at the bottom of the stairs for assistance.
Part of the Park is Closed
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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.
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The solar-powered charging station located at the Ginkgo Petrified Forest trailside museum is out of service. There is no estimated repair date at this time.
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The Hyak sledding hill is closing March 19th, 2024 for the season. Grooming of all trails will be cancelled on Wednesday 3/27 – Thursday 3/28. Final grooming of the season will be Saturday 3/30. See grooming calendar link below.
*Grooming can be suspended during any I-90 pass closure or high avalanche danger period.
*Hill conditions could change at any time.
Please check Washington Department of Transportation's website for Snoqualmie Pass for current road and weather conditions.
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On December 4th, 2024 Ike Kinswa Boat Launch, Parking and Restrooms will be closed for Tree maintenance. The area will re-open the following day. This is a ONE-day closure, please plan accordingly.
Boating and Moorage
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The Ike Kinswa boat launch on Mayfield Lake ends abruptly due to a material wash out at the base of the concrete ramp. Use caution as this has resulted in a 10-inch drop at the end of the ramp.
Park is Completely Closed
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Kopachuck is closed to the public until the summer of 2025 for major construction of roads and buildings. Learn more and check for updates here.
Part of the Park is Closed
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All Campgrounds are currently closed. Camping is allowed in the Day-Use and Boat Launch parking areas. Trailer Dump and Office are closed for the winter.
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By order of the Bureau of Reclamation, this park is closed to metal detecting indefinitely.
Park is Completely Closed
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Lake Sammamish is currently closed due to loss of power and storm damage. If you were planning to come for the day, please visit one of our other parks. If you had reservations at this park, you will receive an email with information about your refund. Contract parking will be operating out of the West Soccer Field parking lot.
Park is Completely Closed
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Lake Sylvia State Park will remain closed through Nov. 30, 2024, for construction. Nearby, Schafer State Park is open for day-use and overnight accommodations. Learn more here.
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Starting Oct. 15, the Summit Road will be closed to vehicles during the winter season.
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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is conducting an ongoing study of moose populations on Mt. Spokane and throughout northeastern Washington. Biologists will be outfitting moose with GPS radio collars to gain information about how the animals use the landscape and to assess the overall health and wellness of the local population. 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.
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Starting Oct. 15, the Summit Road will be closed to vehicles during the winter season.
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The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is conducting an ongoing study of moose populations on Mt. Spokane and throughout northeastern Washington. Biologists will be outfitting moose with GPS radio collars to gain information about how the animals use the landscape and to assess the overall health and wellness of the local population. 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.
Shellfish
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Seasons are subject to closure by the Department of Health for marine biotoxins. Please check the following links to determine closures or season changes.
Boating and Moorage
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The pier at Mystery Bay State Park will remain closed until further notice. During a routine inspection, it was discovered that the pier may not be safe for public access. The buoys, boat launch, and moorage docks remain open. The marine pumpout station remains open seasonally April through October.
Burn Ban No fires at any time
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There will be Nisqually River access closures within the park from July 22nd until summer 2025 while crews complete the development of a trail system and administration building. We appreciate the patience of the community and visitors while construction is completed. Learn more about the project here.
Burn Ban No fires at any time
Part of the Park is Closed
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Snoqualmie Tunnel at Hyak is closed for the winter. Weather-dependent, will reopen in early May.
Due to the forecasted snowfall, the Whittier, Roaring Creek, Cold Creek, and Keechelus Boat Launch parking lot bathrooms will be locked and closed for the winter starting November 17th, 2024. Weather-dependent, they will reopen in early May.
Part of the Park is Closed
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As of May 13, 2024, the entire day-use area, including the disc golf course and Lewis River access, are closed for the summer due to an I-5 highway project managed by WSDOT. The campground remains open and reservations can be made thru the Reservation Center at (888) 226-7688.
This alert will be removed when the day-use area is re-opened. We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Winter Closures: Lower Restrooms are now closed for winter.
Upper Restrooms are available for use; located between sites 11 and 13
Burn Ban Level 2
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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
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The use of motorized off road vehicles (ORVs) including ATVs and UTVs is not permitted at Pearrygin Lake State Park. For information on Okanogan County Roads open for ORV use visit the link below.
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Entrance consolidation project has been completed. The east and west park entrances will be closed indefinitely to through traffic. Visitors may access the park through the new entrance at 625 Bear Creek Road.
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Due to colder temperatures water and restroom facilities may be reduced during April and October. Hook up sites may be affected. Please call the park at (509)996-2370 for more information.
Burn Ban Level 2
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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
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O'Sullivan and Perch Point areas are under a Level 3 Burn Ban.
Gas /propane self-contained camping stoves and portable fire pits allowed.
No charcoal or wood fires allowed.
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Parks will complete a 300-acre forest health treatment in the 7 Mile area between fall 2024 and spring 2025. There will be intermittent trail closures within the project area during this time. Learn more and check for project updates here.
Part of the Park is Closed
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The Mount Saint Helens Visitor Center will be temporarily closed from Sept. 30, 2024 to mid-May 2025 for a complete update of its exhibits. The Wetland Haven Trail on Silver Lake and the parking lot will remain open. Please call (360) 274-0962 or email silver.lake@parks.wa.gov for updates on interpretive programming outdoors this winter and spring.
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Sequim Bay State Park has now winterized the water supply in the park due to cold temperatures. It will re-open in March 2025. There is still a winter water supply available next to the dump station.
The lower loop showers will be closed until spring, due to the ventilation heating system which is resulting into a steam and sanitation issue. The toilet stalls and sinks are still available.
Burn Ban Level 3
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Gas/propane self-contained camping stoves and portable gas/propane fire pits allowed. No charcoal or wood fires allowed.
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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
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Jones Bay and Osborn Bay Campgrounds are under a Level 3 Burn Ban.
Gas /propane self-contained camping stoves and portable fire pits allowed.
No charcoal or wood fires allowed.
Burn Ban No fires at any time
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Steptoe Butte will be closed for a road improvement project beginning spring 2025. Repaving this road will improve the visitor experience, access and safety. The vault toilet located on the butte summit will also be removed during this work. There is a restroom located in the lower picnic area on your way to the summit. Parks will provide opportunities for public comment that will inform future management options after this project is complete.
Burn Ban Level 2
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Wood fires restricted to fire pits in designated areas. Gas and propane allowed. Charcoal may be restricted.
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Construction
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Trestles 32 and 32.5 are completed and open. However, trail surface improvements in this area are scheduled to occur late 2024.
The trail is closed at MP 38.5 west of Lebam due to a washout. Planning, permitting, and design of a bridge to span the washout is currently in progress.
The trail is closed between MP 48-49 at Trestle 48, east of Heckard Rd. The trestle and adjacent trail are unsafe for use due to erosion.
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There is ongoing construction along the Levy trail. This is a long-term ecosystem restoration project conducted by the federal government, 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.