Steptoe Butte State Park Heritage Site
Notice: Burn Ban - Level 1 — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- $10 per dayAnnual pass available
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- None listed
- Official site
- parks.wa.gov(509) 337-6457
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Fire restriction Burn Ban - Level 1Fires allowed in all designated fire pits and grills. Propane and gas grills allowed.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Construction ConstructionThe North 3 miles of Hume Road between the park and Oaksdale is closed due to a county rebuilding project. Steptoe Butte is still accessible from the… (more)
The North 3 miles of Hume Road between the park and Oaksdale is closed due to a county rebuilding project. Steptoe Butte is still accessible from the South side of Hume road. Please call the park 509-337-6457 or Whitman County Public Works 509-397-6206 for any questions!
Posted by the park 2026-09-24. Official alert
Overview
In Whitman County, about 8 miles north of Colfax, Steptoe Butte State Park Heritage Site covers about 168 acres.
The park supports wildlife watching, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
8:00 a.m. - Dusk year round
Winter Schedule: Learn about seasonal closures and operational changes during the off-season on the Winter Schedule page.
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/Los Angeles).
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 • Entrance fees: Varies
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
- Booking system
- Camis (washington.goingtocamp.com)
- Phone
- (888) 226-7688
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.
Things to do
Wildlife viewing and birdingHikingPicnicking
Amenities
Facilities
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
- Restaurant or food service
- Parking
Accessibility
- Accessible restrooms
✓ 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 facilities listed: Accessible Restrooms, Accessible Parking
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
During winter, the road is not maintained. Call the park for conditions.
Camping is not allowed.
Groups coming in buses, please schedule with the park.
Paragliding and hang gliding
Experienced paragliders and hang gliders can enjoy an uncommon view of the park. Before taking to the sky, annual registration is required. Learn more and register here.
View live Park camera
Top Summit of Steptoe Butte
West Summit of Steptoe Butte
Getting there
- Nearest town
- Colfax — about 8 mi north (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 47.0348, -117.2932
- Phone
- (509) 337-6457
- lewis.clark.trail@parks.wa.gov
Nearby state parks
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