Interpretive Center

at Washington State Park

The interpretive center is located in front of the park office near the north entrance of the park. The building was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the mid-1930s and houses interpretive displays, which provide a glimpse into the cultural and natural history of the park. The nature center contains informational brochures and a guest book.

rustic rock building

Hours

Sunrise to sunset, year-round

On the following days (actual or observed), staff will not be available and park buildings will be closed: Thanksgiving Day; Nov. 24, 2023; Christmas Eve; Christmas Day; New Year’s Eve; New Year’s Day; Martin Luther King Jr. Day; Lincoln’s Birthday; and Presidents Day.

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Coordinates

38.083779, -90.674222

Park Hours

For temporary closures related to weather, stewardship activities and maintenance, as well as temporary trail closures, click here to visit our Park and Site Status Map.

Park Grounds:

7 a.m. to sunset, year-round.
November through March
The roads to Shelter #1/CCC Ridge, the swimming pool, cabins and the Big River Day-Use Area (including Shelter #2/Big River Day-Use Area Shelter) are closed to vehicles. They are open to foot traffic.