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This is an interactive web map detailing which Washington State Parks are opening back up and which ones are remaining closed after May 5th, 2020.Â
This is an interactive web map detailing which Washington State Parks are opening back up and which ones are remaining closed after May 5th, 2020. Parks that are re-opening are symbolized by the green polygons, and when zoomed in will detail which trails reside in each park. Campsite locations have been left out of the map to help avoid congregation which would potentially lead to the parks being closed once again. Parks that are closed are symbolized by the red polygons, these parks are largely concentrated near coastal regions and along the Columbia River Gorge.
As a reminder, Oregon State Parks and most recreational areas are closed until further notice, no date has been set yet. Please use this information responsibly, yes the parks are opening back up, but if we don't do our part to make sure we are going back out and enjoying the outdoors in accordance to the Washington State Park Services guidelines, then the parks will be shut back down again before we know it, and even worse, we will be increasing the potential infection and death of our fellow Pacific Northwesterners.
Stay safe, and please adventure responsibly.
A message from the Washington State Park System:
Guidelines for responsible recreation in the outdoors
Before you go
Check what’s open. While many state-managed land destinations are open for day use, other local, tribal and federal land may still be closed.Â
Opt for day trips close to home. Overnight stays are not permitted.
Stay with immediate household members only. Recreation with those outside of your household creates new avenues for virus transmission.Â
Come prepared. Visitors may find reduced or limited restroom services as staff begin the process to reopen facilities at wildlife areas and water-access sites. You are advised to bring your own soap, water, hand sanitizer and toilet paper, as well as a mask or bandana to cover your nose and mouth.
Enjoy the outdoors when healthy. If you have symptoms of fever, coughing or shortness of breath, save your outdoor adventure for another day. Â
When you get there
Avoid crowds. Be prepared to go somewhere else or come back another time if your destination looks crowded.Â
Practice physical distancing. Keep 6 feet between you and those outside your immediate household. Launch one boat at a time to give others enough space to launch safely. Leave at least one parking space between your vehicle and the vehicle next to you. Trailer your boat in the same way.Â
Wash your hands often. Keep up on personal hygiene and bring your own water, soap and hand sanitizer with you. Â
Pack out what you pack in. Take any garbage with you, including disposable gloves and masks.Â
Be kind and respectful to our rangers, park aides and other field staff.
For  information on Washington state’s response to COVID-19, visit www.coronavirus.wa.gov.
List of Open and Closed Parks:Â https://parks.state.wa.us/1181/Parks-opening