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Only the Brave Attempt This Claustrophobic Hike in Washington

Washington's biggest lava tubes get all the glory, but this tight squeeze near the state's most famous volcanic cave is worth ...
Washington is for Adventure on MSN

8 Hidden Washington Camping Spots in Southwest Washington’s Forests You Need to Explore

If you’re looking to escape the crowds and find some quiet spots to camp, Southwest Washington’s forests have plenty to offer. These... The post 8 Hidden Washington Camping Spots in Southwest ...
Washington is for Adventure on MSN

6 Underrated Washington Hikes in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest You Haven’t Tried Yet

If you’re looking to explore Washington’s great outdoors beyond the usual spots, Gifford Pinchot National Forest offers ...
The York Dispatch

Gifford Pinchot campground to close for more than a year for bathroom renovations

Gifford Pinchot State Park's campgrounds will close for nearly a year and a half for renovations. The rest of the park will be open for day use. The closure, starting Sept. 8, 2026, is for modernizing ...
YDR

Gifford Pinchot park campground to close for more than a year for shower house replacement

The Shapiro Administration is investing $8 million to upgrade facilities at Gifford Pinchot State Park, a popular destination for campers and outdoor enthusiasts, according to a news release. The ...
katu

First Gifford Pinchot Fungi Fest to celebrate mushroom foraging in Pacific Northwest

A state-wide effort to refer part of Oregon’s transportation bill to voters is in full motion. Trump administration appeals ruling blocking Oregon National Guard deployment to Portland The Trump ...
fox43

State allows Sunday hunting at Gifford Pinchot State Park under updated policy

LEWISBERRY, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) on Tuesday announced additional updates to the expanded hunter access and opportunities at at Gifford Pinchot ...
OPB

Time is running out to weigh in on Forest Service overhaul that would close Pacific Northwest headquarters

The U.S. Forest Service could close its Pacific Northwest headquarters in Portland, which oversees Oregon and Washington national forests, as part of restructuring plan. The U.S. Forest Service is ...
KREM

Washington AG co-leads letter warning against federal overturn of the 'Roadless Rule'

SEATTLE — The Washington State Attorney General is co-leading a comment letter that claims the Trump administration's intent to overturn the "Roadless Rule" would destroy recreation areas and harm ...
SFGate

Body recovered near Mount Rainier National Park could be cold case breakthrough

Washington authorities recovered human remains from a shallow grave near Mount Rainier National Park this weekend. A man who led investigators to the site has been arrested in connection with the ...
The Daytona Beach News-Journal

Under new bill, Ocala National Forest would someday become Florida Springs National Park

U.S. Rep. Randy Fine has proposed a bill to study the feasibility of a Florida Springs National Park, encompassing the Ocala National Forest and surrounding springs. The proposed park aims to protect ...
Reno Gazette-Journal

Los Padres National Forest wildfire map: Gifford Fire grows to 72,000 acres, injures 3

The Gifford Fire in California's Los Padres National Forest has burned over 72,000 acres, injured three people, and threatens nearly 900 structures. The fire is currently 7% contained, and officials ...