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8 Washington State Parks Near Seattle Worth Exploring

If you’re looking to get outside without traveling far from the city, Washington State offers plenty of great parks near ...
With major ports in Seattle Washington ... sites in the immediate area with two more big National Parks only a couple hours ...
Seattle’s parks are not just green spaces — they’re integral to the city’s identity. With nearly 500 parks and natural areas spanning 6,500 acres, Seattle is home to lush urban sanctuaries, offering ...
SEATTLE — The Trust for Public Land has ranked Seattle as the eighth best parks and recreation system in the United States, according to its 2025 ParkScore index. The index evaluated the 100 largest U ...
In May, after a series of federal staffing cuts in the national park system, The New York Times offered a look at five state parks that feel like national parks — duplicate destinations for readers ...
SEATTLE — It’s good news for dog owners. Seattle Parks and Recreation now has a short list of nine locations for two new dog parks, according to a study released Wednesday morning. Parks and Rec is ...
With rugged national parks, wild coastline, vibrant cities and friendly small towns, Washington has just about everything a traveler could ask for. To help you narrow down your options, U.S. News ...