After the complaint, an investigation by the U.S. Attorney’s Office found Washington’s state parks were out of compliance with those federal requirements at some of its parks.

In Oregon and Washington state, three state parks recently made travel blog The Discoverer's list of " 10 U.S. State Parks Worth the Visit." Here's what to know about the parks and how to visit.

The Palisades Fire began around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, prompting State Parks to close Topanga State Park and Will Rogers State Historic Park as a precaution.