Don't Underestimate The Mental Health Benefits Of Fresh Air

Apart from the health benefits in exercise, getting out into our local parks, rainforests and beaches can really improve mental health.

Why The Poaching Of One Gray Wolf In Washington Matters

Losing one of the state-endangered species can mean the pack not only loses pups, but dissolves entirely.

Expect Delays On SR 14 Near Bingen For Slope Stabilization Work This Summer

Once construction begins, crews will remove trees and debris, perform rock scaling and build a catch basin within the ditch line.

Washington State Parks Commission To Meet Next Week In Spokane

Pre-arranged public speakers include the Palouse to Cascades trail Coalition, Friends of the Tekoa Trestle and Mount Spokane 2000.

SR 14 Preservation Work Between Wood Creek And Alderdale Road In Klickitat County Begins Next Week

Work to resurface nearly 18 miles along this scenic highway begins July 6.

Washington State Parks Prohibits Campfires And Charcoal Use Statewide

With extreme hot and dry conditions affecting the entire state, the campfire ban is necessary to help prevent accidental wildfires.

A Smoother Ride Coming To Southbound I-5 In Clark County This Summer In Washington

Plan ahead to avoid significant delays during peak travel times.

Travelers Are Invited To Learn About Future Safety Improvements To Change How You Travel In Chehalis

This $72.5 million project is part of Connecting Washington program, which invests funds in this state’s multimodal transportation system.

Ferry Changes Ahead Of Fourth Of July Weekend Travel In Washington

Some schedules modified; coronavirus guidelines adjusted.

SR 164 East Of Auburn To Close For 90 Days Starting July 12 In Washington

Crews will replace old culvert with a bridge to improve fish passage.

Section Of East Mill Plain Blvd. In Downtown Vancouver To Close July 9-12 In Washington

Roadway reconstruction work will improve travel and safety for all users.

Washington State Department Of Transportation's Multimodal Mobility Analysis Reporting Moves To An Interactive, Online Dashboard

Included are user-friendly features that include accessible, interactive data visualizations and maps.

Plan Ahead If Traveling This Independence Day Weekend In Washington

Use WSDOT tools to help prepare for holiday weekend traffic.

New I-5 Bridge Opening Marks The Start Of A Travel Transformation In South Puget Sound

Opening the Wapato Way East Bridge in Fife promises transportation improvements – with more to come.

Good To Go! Two-Week Closure Begins On July 2

Closure expected to last approximately two weeks.

Pavement Repairs Coming To SR 109 Near Ocean Shores

Ocean beach travelers may see daytime delays starting June 28.

Campfires, Charcoal Prohibited In Eastern Washington State Parks

Some restrictions may affect western Washington parks.

Pave The Way For Future Improvements On West Powerhouse Road In Yakima By Completing A Survey

The survey is open from Friday, June 25, to Thursday, July 15.

Traditional Music Series Returns To Deception Pass State Park This Summer

Weekly concerts resume in person at the park’s North Beach Amphitheater.

‘Operation Dry Water' Encourages Boaters To Stay Sober In Washington

Boaters will notice an increase in patrols July 2- 4, across Washington state.

Boaters, Paddlers Reminded To Take Extra Caution During Heatwave In Washington

The Washington State Parks Boating Program urges boaters and paddlers to be extra cautious on the water.

Smells, Rot Plague Washington State Reformatory

"This place is falling apart," I think to myself as I cover my face and make my way through the showers.

Waikiki Beach Live Summer Concerts Return To Cape Disappointment State Park

The venue is located along Jetty Road near the south end of the park.

Strawberry Moon: What Is It, How To See It In Washington

The Strawberry Moon is 2021's last supermoon. It will be visible in Washington on Thursday. But...what exactly is it?

4th Of July Fireworks Laws: What’s Legal In Washington

See how Washington compares to other states on what types of fireworks are allowed ahead of the 4th of July.

Shark Attack At Your WA Beach: How Likely Is That To Happen

Galeophobia — the fear of sharks — is real, but the chances you’ll be attacked by a shark in Washington are almost nil.

Weekend-Long Lane Reductions On Southbound I-5 In Seattle Start Evening Of June 25

Revive I-5 work will require 16 weekends with lane reductions to repave, replace expansion joints.

Happy Father's Day To Merrill Feiker

Across Washington Patch is celebrating Father's Day 2021 by sharing father-daughter or father-son photos and messages of love.

There's Nothing Fishy About A 68-Mile Detour For SR 9 In July

This closure requires a 68 mile detour that will use SR 9, SR 20, Interstate 5 and SR 542.

State Parks Sets Meeting To Discuss Planning For Miller Peninsula, Sequim Bay In Olympia

The public can provide written questions, comments and suggestions during the meeting and until July 18.

State Parks Suspends Stand Up Paddleboard Prohibition On Little Spokane River

Parks is working on a process for evaluating the impact of all recreational use on the resource. More information will be forthcoming.

New Roadway Surface Coming To SR 161 North And South Of Eatonville

Work is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, June 22, to make repairs to SR 161 on either side of Eatonville.

Customers Now Have Until End Of June To Prepare For 2 Week Call Center And Website Closure In Seattle

“We’re taking the time to do this right, and the benefit to customers is that they have longer to prepare,” said Barry.

1st Travel Lane Opening On New Southbound I-5 Puyallup River Bridge In Tacoma On June 20

To move this single travel lane to the new bridge, some lanes and ramps will need to be closed leading up to the switch.

SR 542 To Artist Point Remains Closed As Crews Plan For Summer Repair Work On Crumbling Wall In Glacier

Maintenance crews are currently clearing snow on SR 542 up to the Terminal Lake parking lot.

Washington State Parks, Partners Set Public Meeting To Discuss Lake Sammamish Trail Plan

The public can provide written questions, comments and suggestions during the meeting and until July 11.

Washington State Parks Boat-In Campsites At Steamboat Rock Set To Close On June 1

The closure will begin just after the Memorial Day weekend on Tuesday, June 1.

Washington State Parks Launches Gift Cards

Gift cards will be available in plastic or electronic form. Electronic gift cards can be purchased online.

Washington State Parks Clean Vessel Act Grant Program Funds $900,000 In New Pumpout Projects

“We are excited to support the expansion and upgrade of pumpout facilities for recreational boaters,” said Catherine Buchalski Smith.

Washington State Parks St. George's Put-In On Little Spokane River Opens On May 28

Washington State Parks will reopen the St. George’s Put-in on the Little Spokane River this Friday, May 28.