Cascadia Marine Trail (7-17-19)

Tap into tidepools (7-10-19)

Summer is the time when Pacific Northwest tides are often at their lowest, exposing a rarely-seen intertidal world. That means it's also the perfect time to head out to your Washington state park beaches to explore the miraculous minus-tide zones. BONUS: Western Washington marine education organizations will be out at the shore to show you just how amazing this environment can be. Come explore!

Beach Friendly Fourth (6-26-19)

Surf and the U.S.A! These things go great together all year long and especially during the Beach Friendly Fourth celebrations at coastal state parks! Come check out where to go for a beachy good time this Independence Day and all summer long.

10 outdoor escapes near Seattle (6-12-19)

Seattle is well known as an urban tourism hotspot. But if you are ready for something on the wild side, the Discover Pass is your ticket to world-class outdoor recreation just a short ride from city center. This week we've teamed up with the Washington Department of Natural Resources and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife to bring you 10 top destinations you need to put on your bucket list today!

Freshwater Boating (6-5-19)

If your boating notion doesn't involve the ocean, you're in luck! Washington's lakes and rivers offer some of the most scenic and fun-filled outdoor recreation in the nation. And you'll find many of them at Washington state parks!

Two day stay at Twin Harbors (5-23-19)

Tacoma travel writers Stacy and Brandon of the Pacific North Wanderers blog are back with a tale of their adventures at Twin Harbors State Park. Come along as they get away on a mini vacay, setting up basecamp at this classic Washington coast camping park and touring the Westport area.

Mount St. Helens (5-15-19)

Looking to celebrate the anniversary of eruption of Mount St. Helens? Make it an overnighter at woodsy Seaquest State Park. It's across the street from the Mount St. Helens Visitor Center and on the way up to the Johnston Ridge Observatory and other great viewing areas.

Power and drama of Cape Disappointment (4-23-19)

Many thanks to Jane Webb, a Long Beach area photographer for submitting these stunning photos from an early April visit to Cape Disappointment State Park

Brooks Memorial State Park (4-03-19)

April 3, 2019 Looking for recreation that combines the best of Washington's diverse and dramatic landscapes? Look no further than Brooks Memorial State Park! Here you'll find a top-notch camping park with majestic mountains, subalpine meadows full of flowers and sweeping vistas in the Columbia Plateau region.

Amphitheater weddings (2-27-19)

Outdoor ceremonies are a delightful alternative to a traditional wedding venue. But if you are looking for a venue that's happy medium between outdoor beauty and indoor conveniences, why not say I do at a Washington state park amphitheater. Spark your wedding planning dreams this week on Adventure Awaits.

Camp hosting and volunteering (2-20-19)

Got some time to give and a mind to serve? Love the outdoors? Come volunteer at Washington state parks! Our volunteers enrich our parks in so many ways. From camp hosting to interpreting to maintenance, there's no end to the ways you can give back to the lands you love. Come learn how!

Wake up to snow! (2-6-19)

Coming down with camping fever? State parks are chock full of opportunities for getting your camp on even during the rosy-cheeks weather. From tent camping to RV's to cozy cabins, we've got the scoop on some fresh winter camping options for every style and budget!

Lake Chelan winter fishing (1-31-19)

Lake Chelan is a great catch for a winter fishing vacation. And this year the state park is open for parking, launching, playing and staying so you can bring in a string of kokanee or mackinaw. Here's all you need to plan a rewarding winter fishing vacation in a spectacular setting.

Guided snowshoe hikes (1-16-19)

Come tour the cooler side of parks! Winter creates a whole different hiking experience and two lakeside parks are offering a great way to see it — with a guided snowshoe hike. Snowshoeing is super exercise and a wonderful way to explore the winter landscape. Here's the 411 on this winter's excursions at Lake Easton and Lake Wenatchee State Parks!

Adapt and conquer (1-2-19)

Meet Noodle and her human parents (and interpreters) Bree and Kyle Corbin of Mount Vernon! We are proud to have Noodle — also known as “Noodster Scootster” — here to talk about accessibility in outdoor recreation for people and animals. Check out Noodle's story and learn how to find great ADA accessible parks!