If you’re looking to get outside without traveling far from the city, Washington State offers plenty of great parks near Seattle. These... The post 8 Washington State Parks Near Seattle Worth ...

A seagull rests on rock near the shoreline at Larrabee State Park south of Bellingham, Wash. Evan Abell [email protected] In order to park at a Washington State Park, you’d normally need a ...

The price to visit state parks in Washington will rise on Oct. 1, with a $15 hike to the annual cost of a Discover Pass. A campground at Paradise Point State Park in an undated provided image. State ...

A pair of kayakers paddle down the Puget Sound at sunset near Kopachuck State Park in Gig Harbor on August 3, 2014. Drew Perine Staff file, 2014 If you’re looking to get outside as the weather warms ...

Washington’s state parks and other natural sites may soon become more expensive to visit as lawmakers are looking to increase the price of the Discover Pass. The pass allows visitors to access ...

In a move to improve access and ensure equitable use of camping resources, the Washington State Parks Recreation Commission has announced new stay limits for campers in state parks. The updated ...

The price to visit state parks in Washington will rise on Oct. 1, with a $15 hike to the annual cost of a Discover Pass. State lawmakers approved the increase from $30 to $45 earlier this year. It ...