state parks

Picture this: a crisp January morning, fresh air, and no entrance fee to explore Washington's stunning state parks. Sounds like a perfect start to the year, right?

Uncover the allure of Ecola State Park, a hidden cinematic treasure on the Oregon coast. Experience iconic filming locations and scenic vistas galore!

A must-see at Fort Stevens State Park is Battery Russell. Named after General David A. Russell, who was killed in action during the Civil War, the Battery, which took about a year to build, was finished in 1904. Parts of Fort Stevens are reportedly "haunted" and were featured on the Travel Channel TV show, "Ghost Adventures", in 2018.

If you've been thinking about heading outside and don't have a Discover Pass, this is how you can enjoy our Washington State Parks for a day for free.

A list of which campgrounds will open June 9 is still being finalized. That list will be published on oregonstateparks.org by the end of May.