Washington residents can access hundreds of state parks, recreation sites and wildlife areas on Thursday, Jan. 1, for free — ...

Washington state Discover Pass prices are increasing on Wednesday, climbing from $30 to $45 per year. The pass is a fee charged to park vehicles at state-run parks, lands and recreation sites. State ...

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 ...

A series of weather systems rolling through Washington are expected to bring rain to the lowlands and snow to the mountain passes.

The golden sunset light on the North Cascade Range at Washington Pass Overlook in North Cascades National Park, Washington. The Pacific Northwest may not be the first destination that comes to mind ...

Hikers make their way up the many stairs and switchbacks to the top of Beacon Rock during 2019’s First Day Hike event, hosted by Washington State Parks. (The Columbian files) The price for a ...