| | Lewis and Clark State Park | | This is a 621-acre camping park situated in one of the last major stands of old-growth forest in the state. Coniferous trees, streams, wetlands and dense vegetation comprise the park environment. There is a self-guided half-mile interpretive trail in the park, featuring information on the park's old growth forest. Recreation at the park includes camping, picnicking, hiking, a natural wading pool, a children's play area, juvenile fishing, and horseback riding. Lewis and Clark State Park, which is actually separate from the Lewis and Clark Trail, began as a "public camp" for automobile tourists in 1922. | |
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| | Seaquest State Park | | This is a 475-acre, year-round camping park near Mount St. Helen's. The beautifully forested park claims over a mile of Silver Lake shoreline, eight miles of woodland trails for hiking and bicycling, and spectacular views of Silver Lake and the surrounding area. Recreational activities include fishing for trout, salmon, and spiny-ray fish; camping, picnicking, horseshoes, playground activities, and hiking. There are children's play areas, playing fields for team sports and great seasonal fishing. The closest public-access boat ramp is operated by the Deptartment of Fish and Wildlife. | |
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