State Parks and National Parks

Ike Kinswa State Park

One of Washington's most popular state parks, Ike Kinswa occupies 454 acres of fine scenery along Mayfield Lake and the Cowlitz and Tilton rivers.

Named after a Cowlitz Native Americans who lived here, the park has two camping areas, a swimming beach and six miles of hiking trails.

Though motorized boat and ski traffic is heavy on Mayfield Lake, the shore is serene enough to attract ospreys and eagles that nest in the Douglas firs. Paddlers enjoy the quieter waters of the Tilton River, which follows a gorge with several small waterfalls.

A boat launch allows fishermen to put in for a day of casting for perch, trout and other species.

The park offers five lakeside cabins and 103 campsites. Of the 71 sites with hookups, 40 have full hookups.

Photo credits in order: Courtesy of Washington