Steptoe Butte State Park

Originally called "Pyramid Peak", the 3,612-foot natural monument provides outstanding views of surrounding farmlands, the Blue Mountains, and other area features. From the top of the butte, visitors can see for 200 miles.

The park features bird watching, hang-gliding, hiking, and picnicking.

The Washington State Parks system includes more than 125 developed parks and covers about a quarter million acres.

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The Most Anticipated Upcoming Washington Events Are: Christmas Lighting Festival Leavenworth December 18 thru December 20 Christmas in the Gorge 2009 Stevenson December 4 thru December 6 Christmas Ships Parade Vancouver December 5 thru December 17 Holiday Barrel Tasting Walla Walla December 4 thru December 6 Red Wine and Chocolate Port Angeles and Port Townsend February 6 thru February 7

Other upcoming events include: Wild Mushroom Celebration Peninsula continuing thru November 15 Holiday Gallery Walk Fairhaven November 27 thru November 28 Strawberry Mountain Salon Christmas Open House Goldendale December 4 Christmas Lighting Festival Leavenworth December 18 thru December 20 Passport to the Peninsula Port Angeles and Port Townsend November 14 thru November 15