A Newsletter from Washington State Parks | May 2017

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State Parks in the running for national honor

We’re excited to let you know that Washington State Parks is a finalist in the prestigious National Gold Medal Awards for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management! The awards are given by the American Academy for Parks and Recreation Administration, in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). As a finalist, we’ll compete this summer for Grand Plaque Award honors in the State Park Systems category. Seven Grand Plaque recipients will be announced at the NRPA Annual Conference in September. Find out more about the Gold Medal Awards. And keep your fingers crossed!

Road tripping along the coast: Explore Washington's south beach state parks

The time is ripe for a spring adventure. How about a road trip to Washington’s south beach state parks? We have just the itinerary for you—including some tips for food, festivals and fun stuff to do in the local towns along the way. Read all about it in our Adventure Awaits blog.

*Photo credit: Michael D. Martin. Grayland Beach State Park

What are you waiting for? Make your summer reservations NOW!

Thinking about summer vacations at one of Washington's beautiful state parks? Make sure you book your campsite, cabin or yurt as soon as possible as space is limited, especially on weekends. You should have no problem extending your stay an extra day into the week or booking your favorite campground for Monday through Wednesday.

The following parks still have space!

Twin Harbors Belfair Sun Lakes Alta Lake (pictured at right) Conconully Curlew Lake Penrose Point Potlach Twenty-Five Mile Creek Brooks Memorial Illahee Lewis and Clark Trail

Book your reservation online or call toll free at 1-888-226-7688 (1-888-CAMPOUT).

*Photo credit: Cabins at Battleground State Park