| The state of Washington offers an extremely diverse | | | | recreation is Lake Easton state park in the Cascade |
| landscape. From the temperate rainforests of the | | | | Mountain foothills. The 45 RV site and 95 tent site |
| Olympic Peninsula and the moderate Pacific coast in | | | | campground is open year round so guests can enjoy |
| the west to the high peaks of the Cascade Range | | | | a weekend of cold weather camping, dog sledding, |
| and the dry deserts of the west, it is no wonder the | | | | cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and family snow |
| beauty of Washington state parks attracts visitors | | | | activities including tubing and sledding. |
| from all around. | | | | Washington state parks access almost 700 miles of |
| There are 120 Washington state parks and recreation | | | | scenic hiking trails, ranging from easy strolls through |
| areas with a wide variety of amenities, attractions, and | | | | natural exhibits to strenuous treks through mountain |
| activities. Windsurfing, rock climbing, skiing, and | | | | passes. There are also three long distance |
| snowmobiling, Washington state parks offer plenty of | | | | backpacking trails that can be reached from various |
| activities to suit every outdoor lover. There are also | | | | parks. Mountain biking trails are quite abundant as well. |
| plenty of historical sites, cultural exhibits, and interpretive | | | | Beacon Rock is one of the best Washington state |
| centers for educational opportunities. | | | | parks for mountain biking, with 20 miles of designated |
| More than 30 of the state parks in Washington are on | | | | trails. |
| lakes or rivers, with over 70 public boat launches, so | | | | There are two water trails in Washington that are |
| boating and water sports at the parks are quite | | | | designated for canoeing and kayaking. These trails |
| abundant. One of the best Washington state parks for | | | | wind through miles of scenic waterways and pass by |
| water recreation is Deception Pass. Here, visitors can | | | | several state parks that offer primitive camping and |
| enjoy their favorite saltwater and freshwater activities | | | | pullouts. Washington state parks are also popular |
| on more than 4100 beautiful acres along the quiet | | | | destinations for horseback riding. There are 10 parks |
| Puget Sound. | | | | with equestrian trails, some offering horse campsites |
| Enjoy fishing, boating, and swimming on one of the | | | | as well, and horses are allowed on most beaches. Just |
| three Deception Pass lakes or try crabbing, clamming, | | | | outside of Seattle, Bridle Trails is one of the best |
| mooring, or diving in the saltwater of the sound. This | | | | Washington state parks for horseback riding with 28 |
| Washington state coastal park also offers boat rentals | | | | miles of riding trails. Lake Wenatchee state park offers |
| so everyone can enjoy the fun of being on the water. | | | | horse rentals for day trips, as well as overnight |
| Deception Pass is also a great location for whitewater | | | | excursions. |
| kayaking and sailboarding. Don't forget your Coleman | | | | Whether you're interested in rock climbing at Columbia |
| inflatable boat when you visit this park. | | | | Hills state park, paragliding at Lincoln Rock, or just |
| In the winter months Washington is a haven for snow | | | | enjoying a weekend of Washington state park |
| lovers, especially in the central mountainous regions. | | | | camping, there is plenty to do and lots to see across |
| One of the best Washington state parks for winter | | | | the state of Washington. |