Parks in Washington

This 329-acre nature park is Lake Washington's largest remaining wetland ecosystem.

One of the best views of the city is tucked away at the top of a water tower.

This public park features intricate stone architecture, mosaics, and walkways.

A former Catholic seminary, now a Washington State Park, preserves undeveloped lands on Lake Washington and also hosts a luxury hotel.

The oldest city park in Walla Walla is home to hundreds of birds, from wood ducks to white peacocks.

An eclectic collection of wind-powered sculptures made from found and recycled materials.

Local stories say that if you drink from this well, you will return to Olympia.

This multi-functional park is a marvel of civic engagement.

A massive environmental project transformed this former smelter into a beautiful park.

This park celebrates a sister city relationship that survived the Cold War.

A lush Seattle garden designed by the same landscape architects responsible for New York's Central Park.

A tribute to the Nirvana frontman hides beneath the bridge that was the singer's beloved hangout spot.

Not far from Mount Rainer, an iron wonderland claims the landscape.

Four abandoned towers hidden above the Douglas fir forest in Washington.

The four tall pillars once marked the entrance of the historic Seattle church that fought for women's suffrage and civil rights.

An abandoned network of military bunkers and tunnels open for anyone willing to descend into the darkness.