Everyone knows about Seattle, of course, but the surrounding area has so much more to offer if you venture just a little bit off the beaten path.

The hatchery in Washougal, Clark County, produces summer and winter steelhead that are released into southwest Washington ...

If you’re looking to get outside without traveling far from the city, Washington State offers plenty of great parks near ...

Washington’s Free Fishing Weekend returns June 7–8, 2025, allowing anglers the opportunity to fish for many species without a license. All fishing for and harvest of shellfish, salmon, steelhead, ...

The number of Dhufish, snapper and red emperor fish off WA's coast are now deemed at "severe risk" of collapse. Fisheries officials warning current catch limits haven't stopped the decline, with the ...

This park has carved a tranquil spot for itself near the city, allowing you to reap the benefits of an outdoor stay without ...

Fishing will be free in Washington state — no license required for most types of fish — for one weekend in June. Washington state Fish and Wildlife has two days of free fishing each year on the first ...

The wallets of hunters and anglers would take a hit under a bill moving through the Washington Legislature. The bill, sponsored by Sen. Marko Liias, D-Edmonds, cleared the Senate last week and was ...

Documents sourced under Freedom of Information by a seafood industry advocate show WA's controversial demersal fishing rules have not reversed sustainability concerns. It has prompted a call for ...

Washington’s all-in-one state park admission pass is about to get 50% more expensive. The price of a year-long Discover Pass will jump from $30 to $45 on Oct. 1, Washington State Parks announced on ...