Recreation
From natural beauty to engaging arts, our state offers plenty to see and do. Get outdoors and discover places to hike, camp, hunt, or fish. Experience folk art and culture or try your luck at one of our tribal casinos.
Arts
Camping & Hiking
Discover Washington Destinations
Hunting & Fishing
Mark your calendars for the 2025 Discover Pass Free Days
On free days, no Discover Pass is required for parking at state parks or on lands managed by the Departments of Natural Resources and Fish and Wildlife.
New law now in effect to help protect endangered orca population
As of Jan. 1, 2025, boaters in Washington waters must stay at least 1,000 yards away from Southern Resident orcas, the smallest of four killer whale communities in the northeast Pacific Ocean.
The best types of apples for apple pie
Make your next apple pie the best one yet with recommendations from the experts at the Washington Apple Commission.
Recreation How-to Guides
Lottery & Gambling
Get lucky in Washington. Learn the types of lottery and gambling in our state and gamble responsibly.
Get Outside
Find information about parks and hiking trails, and check out activities such as camping, boating, and fishing.
Use Public Transportation
Get to know the different types of public transportation and plan your trip.