State Parks and National Parks

Flaming Geyser, site of a former coal mine, gets its name from methane gas that seeps from an old test core bored into an underlying coal seams. When ignited, the gas creates a small torch flame in a rock pit.

The park’s namesake, the Flaming Geyser, and the smaller Bubbling Geyser are unique. While its flame today is only six to 10 inches high, Flaming Geyser burned several feet high with gushes of fire and water in its younger days.

The park’s location, at the downstream terminus of the Green River gorge, makes it a popular take-out point for rafters and kayakers who enjoy white-water adventure in the gorge.

During summer low-water periods, many visitors float on inner tubes and air mattresses.

The Green River is one of the top 10 steelhead rivers in Washington, especially during winter months.

Hikers enjoy 38.4 miles of roads and trails throughout the gorge area.

The Salmon Interpretive Trail is wheelchair-accessible.

There are also numerous picnic sites and restrooms within the park.

Photo credits in order: Courtesy of Washington