Millersylvania State Park temporarily closed after suspected break-in
Millersylvania State Park has been temporarily closed for water testing after a suspected break-in.
Park rangers discovered evidence of a break-in at the park’s reservoir on Sunday, according to a news release from the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission.
“Though Parks does not have any reason to suspect the water was tampered with, in accordance with standard procedure and out of an abundance of caution, the park was closed and water was collected for testing,” the news release says.
The park must be closed because testing requires shutting off the water for the entire park, including restrooms, according to parks officials.
Officials anticipate reopening the park sometime later this week.
In a statement, Sarah Fronk, a spokesperson for WSPRC, told The Olympian that rangers discovered a broken lock on the gate that provides access to the reservoir area of the park on Sunday. Staff immediately closed the park that same day, Fronk said.
“There are no suspects at this time,” Fronk said. “We have no reason to suspect the water was tampered with or that there is any present danger to staff or the public.”
An alert on the Millersylvania State Park website says anyone with a reservation at the park should receive an email with information about a refund.
Millersylvania State Park is an “old-growth forest camping park” that borders Deep Lake, south of Tumwater. It has two swimming beaches, watercraft launches and miles of trails, according to its website.
Up-to-date information on the park’s status can be found on the park’s website.
This story was originally published January 25, 2024 at 12:44 PM.
