If you’ve ever wanted to backpack but weren’t sure where to begin, here’s your chance!

Several Washington state parks have walk-in sites within a half mile of parking, and others have unique overnight sites a bit farther away.

With our sites, you can take your camping to the next level without buying tons of gear or committing to a thru-hike.

Check out AdventureAwaits.com for our latest blog on the topic.

Sno-Park passes

go on

sale Nov. 1

If winter’s your jam, you’re probably psyched for snowshoeing, skiing, snowmobiling, sledding, and of course, throwing snowballs!Things get real Nov. 1 when 2023-2024 Sno-Park passes go on sale. You can buy season permits online, or from a nearby vendor, and be sure to check our winter rec webpage for openings, weather, road conditions, grooming schedules, tips, resources and more!

’Tis the

season to prep for

winter 

Several parks, notably those that get snow, close between late October and early April. A few of these parks stay open as Sno-Parks, but most shut their campgrounds until spring.

Be sure to plan ahead! Please check the winter schedule at your destination of choice before heading out to our parks. 

Purchase your Off-

season

Senior

Citizen Pass

Are you 62 or older and a WA State resident who likes coming to parks in the off-season (when they’re quiet)?

If so, we have discounted passes for you! Apply for an off-season senior citizen discount pass and reserve free camping and moorage (utility fees still apply for hook-up sites) between Oct. 1 and March 31, plus Sun - Thurs in April!

Want to buy your pass in person? Call (360) 902-8844 or email infocent@parks.wa.gov to make an appointment.

Photo by Freya Fennwood

Cozy up in a cabin or yurt

With colder weather approaching, we know many of you won’t be jumping at the chance to go camping. But, what if we told you could stay nice and toasty, while still getting to experience the great outdoors?

If you don’t already know, many of our parks have reservable cabins and yurts for you to enjoy. They come in all different shapes and sizes, depending on your need and where you would like to visit. 

Just imagine, a crisp fall or winter day, getting to play outside and then having somewhere warm to come back to, to sip your hot chocolate and curl up on the couch, enjoying time with your family and friends.

Visit our website to check them out!