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A popular destination for whitewater rafters and kayakers, Kanasket-Palmer State Park is 320 acres of forest surrounding the Green River. Visitors can hike through the trees, go rafting or kayaking on the river, view wildlife, fish for trout, wade in the pools, and camp in tents, RVs, or yurts to take advantage of everything the park has to offer.
In terms of hiking, there is a main trail that loops around the park, first taking you from the visitor center along the river, through the campgrounds, and back to the visitor center. Hemlock, cottonwood, alder, spruce, and cedar trees tower above the trail. Birders will enjoy looking for and listening to the various species of birds that live in the park, and everyone should keep an eye out for other wildlife such as deer.
Kayakers and rafters may make use of the two take-out and put-in sites along the river. This should only be attempted by experienced rafters, as the river quickly turns from a Class III rapid to a Class IV. There are two miles of shoreline along the river, and the boat launches are by hand only. There are over 25 campsites, though visitors should be aware that the local fire station may sound a siren to summon firefighters to duty and disturb campers.
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