Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail Central
2 notices: Burn Ban · Burn Ban No fires at any time — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(509) 656-2586
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 4
Fire restriction Burn BanNo fires permitted at any time.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Alert NotificationThe Snoqualmie Tunnel is open for the 2026 season.
Posted by the park 2026-05-08. Official alert
Construction NotificationDuring the Vantage Bridge construction project, WSDOT is redirecting bicycles from I-90, both directions, to take the Beverly Bridge detour. The… (more)
During the Vantage Bridge construction project, WSDOT is redirecting bicycles from I-90, both directions, to take the Beverly Bridge detour. The detour signs on the Palouse to Cascades Trail are only for the I-90 detour. The trail is open through the Yakima Training Center.
Posted by the park 2026-04-02. Official alert
Fire restriction Burn Ban No fires at any timeNo fires permitted at any time. Learn more about this Burn Ban alert
Posted by the park 2025-06-09. Official alert
Overview
Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail Central is a trail.
Things to do include rock climbing, horseback riding, biking, wildlife watching, and fishing. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other — Summer | Daily | 6:30 a.m. – sunset | — |
| Other — Winter | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
Summer: 6:30 a.m. - Dusk
Winter: 8:00 a.m. - Dusk
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park.
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Discover pass: Annual Pass | $45 · year |
| One-day Pass | $10 |
Official wording
Discover pass: • Annual Pass: $45 • One-day Pass: $10 •
Washington park passes
- Discover Pass (annual) — $45. Day-use vehicle access to state parks (and DNR/WDFW lands) Details
- Discover Pass (one-day) — $10. Day-use vehicle access for one day Details
From the Washington state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Camping
- Not required
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
Camping is available first-come, first-served at Cold Creek, Roaring Creek and Ponderosa Pines.
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs Allowed on Leash • Dogs Allowed on Leash
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
Primitive campsites
Camping is available first-come, first-served at Cold Creek, Roaring Creek and Ponderosa Pines. Each campground has three to four campsites, one picnic table and one vault toilet. You can only access these campgrounds by foot or bicycle.
Reservable campsites
Reserve your spot at Wanapum Recreation Area and Lake Easton State Park. These campgrounds have full hookup, standard and hiker/biker sites. Make a reservation here.
Water is available at both parks.
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
BikingWildlife viewing and birdingCampingFishingHikingHorseback ridingRock climbingPicnicking
Trails
| Trail | Length | Difficulty | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long-Distance Trail Surface Rating Map | — | — | Use this map to see what the trail surface is like along various segments of our long-distance trails. Please note: Washington State Parks recognizes that not all features of the map may meet website accessibility and assistive technology standards. We have included this map as one of many resources for finding accessible recreation opportunities at our parks. If you cannot access this map, please call our State Parks Information Center at (360) 902 - 8844.Accessible |
Trail descriptions from the park
Long-Distance Trail Surface Rating Map
Use this map to see what the trail surface is like along various segments of our long-distance trails.
Please note: Washington State Parks recognizes that not all features of the map may meet website accessibility and assistive technology standards. We have included this map as one of many resources for finding accessible recreation opportunities at our parks. If you cannot access this map, please call our State Parks Information Center at (360) 902 - 8844.
Rock climbing
Vantage is one of Washington's most popular climbing destinations. It has over 700 climbing routes, including traditional, sport, top rope, bouldering and aid climbing.
Rock climbing involves inherent risks and climbers are responsible for their own safety and the safety of others.
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Parking
Camping
- Tent camping
Recreation
- Horse trails
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible trails
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
- Accessible trails
Accessible facilities listed: Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Parking, Accessible Trails
Official accessibility information
Conditions change. Contact the park to confirm specific accessible features before your visit.
Rules and permits
- Day-Use Only
- Dogs Allowed on Leash
- Fires not Allowed
- Horses Allowed
Yakima training center
This trail runs through a U.S Army training center in Yakima. You must self-register at either Renslow or Doris trailheads if passing through. Camping may also be allowed, for more information, call (509) 577-3337.
Vehicle access
Motorized vehicles are not allowed on the trail except for snowmobiles in the winter. You may travel on snowmobile only from Stampede Pass Road to Cabin Creek.
Horse-drawn wagon users must obtain a gate access code from Olmstead Place Historical State Park.
Contact the park at (509) 968-5298 or Olmstead.Place@parks.wa.gov for more details.
Winter season
December through March, Hyak Trailhead and Crystal Springs transition into Sno-Parks, requiring a Sno-Park Permit. For further information, visit Winter Recreation Program.
The Snoqualmie Tunnel at Hyak closes seasonally near the end of October and reopens in May. Please check alerts for its status before heading out.
Getting there
Sources and freshness
- Washington State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Washington State Parks Find Parks directory (paged Drupal view), joined to WSPRC ParkBoundaries ArcGIS layer for coordinates/category
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. No change has been detected since this page was first published. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology