With 124 state parks in Washington, you can bet there’s always an epic outdoor adventure waiting for you. While more popular state parks in Washington like Deception Pass State Park and Cape Disappointment State Park are certainly worth seeing at least once in your life, there are plenty of underrated state parks in the Evergreen State that are worth your while, like Rockport State Park. Come with me on this adventure to explore this hidden gem in Washington. Also, you’ll want to bring your camera to take some Rockport State Park photos for your collection. 

Rockport State Park is a 632-acre enchanting oasis at the foot of Sauk Mountain in Skagit County.
Rockport State Park
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It's unlike any other state park in Washington, that's for sure.
The biggest attraction to this park is the old-growth forest, which takes up nearly 600 acres of the park.
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The area was never logged, and now we get the opportunity to experience an old-growth forest and the ecosystems that sustain it. Many of these trees are hundreds of years old (and hundreds of feet tall).
There are several hiking trails that weave throughout this sea of enchanting emeralds.
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The Evergreen Trail begins at the parking lot and is moderately easy. The three-mile trail does have a bit of an incline, especially towards the top, but generally speaking, it’s a moderately-difficult trail.
As you wander through this enchanted forest, take note of these marvelous giants--some of them are more than 250 feet tall!
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These evergreens tend to create a canopy so thick that sunlight doesn't reach the ground. Catching a beam of sunlight making its way through the canopy will stop you in your tracks.

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Camping was once allowed, however due to the risk of falling trees and widow makers, no overnight camping is allowed.
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We're mentioning this because it's a fairly recent change, so we wouldn't want to you come with all your gear and be disappointed!
Along your hike, you'll pass over several little brooks and streams which add a nice soundtrack to your hike.
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Between the 250-tall trees and the 5,537-foot Sauk Mountain, you'll feel very small hiking through these earthly giants.
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This photo is from the appropriately named Skagit View Trail. What a view!
There are a few benches peppered along the trails, too. Sit for a spell and take in the views and admire this unique forest.
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This hidden gem may soon become your favorite state park in Washington!

Take this scenic tour with YouTuber All Over the Pacific Northwest showing all the old growth forest and hiking trails inside the park. 

Visit the Rockport State Park website for more information. And before you hit the trails, be sure to download AllTrails+ for all your offline maps, weather, and trail conditions. Also, for more epic adventures, check out some of our favorite underrated parks in Washington. 

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Melanie J. | November 21, 2023

What are some more unique state parks in Washington worth visiting?

With 124 state parks in Washington, you’ll find that each of them has something unique to offer. However, here are some of the most unique state parks in Washington that belong on your bucket list:

  • Mount Spokane State Park, Mead
  • Pearrygin Lake State Park, Winthrop
  • Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park, Chelan
  • Lake Wenatchee State Park, Leavenworth
  • Joemma Beach State Park, Longbranch
  • Steamboat Rock State Park, Electric City
  • Dosewallips State Park, Brinnon
  • Camano Island State Park, Camano
  • Beacon Rock State Park, Stevenson
  • Iron Horse State Park, North Bend
  • Millersylvania State Park, Olympia
  • Larrabee State Park, Bellingham

 

Discover more by reading our previous article telling you all about these unique state parks in Washington.

What are the best hiking trails in Washington?

If you love spending time in the great outdoors, then here are the best hiking trails in Washington that we recommend:

  • Rattlesnake Ledge Trailhead, North Bend
  • Skyline Trail Loop, Paradise
  • Lake Twenty-Two Trailhead, Granite Falls
  • Mount Rainier via Emmons Glacier, Greenwater
  • Marymere Falls Trailhead, Port Angeles
  • Hall of Mosses Trailhead, Forks
  • West McMillan Spire via Goodell Creek Trail, Marblemount
  • Mount Rainier Standard Summit Route, Mount Rainier

 

Check out our article for more information about these hiking trails in Washington.

What are some more unique hidden gems in Washington?

Rockport State Park is a unique hidden gem in Washington, but it’s not the only one. Here are some more of the most unique hidden gems in Washington that are worth visiting:

  • Bloedel Reserve, Bainbridge Island
  • Maryhill Stonehenge, Maryhill
  • Ape Caves: Gifford Pinchot National Forest, Cougar
  • Salt Creek Recreation Area, Port Angeles
  • The Hoh Rainforest
  • High Steel Bridge, Shelton
  • The Kalaloch Tree of Life, Forks
  • Troll Haven, Sequim
  • Elandan Gardens, Bremerton
  • Blue Lake Rhino Cave, Coulee City
  • Madison Falls, Port Angeles

 

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