Domestic Animals / Pets in State Parks
WAC 352-32-060 Pets.

(1) All pets or domestic animals must be kept under physical control, on a leash no greater than eight feet in length, or otherwise physically restrained, at all times while in a state park area.

(2) Pets and domestic animals may not be allowed to dig or otherwise disturb or damage the natural or cultural features of any state park area.

(3) In any state park area, pets or domestic animals, except for assistance dogs for persons with disabilities, are not permitted on any designated swimming beach; within a natural area preserve; during the skiing season on any designated alpine ski site or cross country ski trail in which the track has been prepared, set, or groomed; or in any public building unless so posted.

(4) In any state park area, pets or domestic animals, except for assistance dogs for persons with disabilities, may be prohibited for the protection of wildlife, sensitive natural systems, special cultural areas, or for other purposes, if approved by the director or designee and so posted.

(5) No person shall allow his /her pet or domestic animal to bite or in any way molest or annoy other park visitors. No person shall permit his /her pet or domestic animal to bark or otherwise disturb the peace and tranquility of the park.

(6) Any person bringing a pet or domestic animal into a state park area shall dispose of animal feces in a plastic or paper sack. The sack shall then be deposited in a solid waste container.

(7) Any violation of this section is an infraction under chapter 7.84 RCW.

(8) This section shall not apply to the recreational use of horses,llamas, sled dogs, or similar animals as authorized by WAC 352-32-070

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