Drone Rules in King County, WA (2026)
1 county-level rule, plus city-specific rules for 3 cities in King County, Washington.
Verified from official government sources
Note: These county rules apply to unincorporated areas of King County. If you live within an incorporated city, that city's own rules apply: see the city list below.
Park Drone Restrictions
Unmanned model aircraft, rockets, and drones are banned in King County parks and trails unless the county specifically designates and posts an area for that use or the parks director issues a permit.
King County Drone Rules for Parks
Significant RestrictionsKing County Code § 7.12.545
A person shall not use model planes, rockets, or drones in a park area except in areas specifically designated and posted for that purpose or with a permit issued by the director. C. A person may fly kites or display decorative balloons in a park area unless such a use is designated and posted as prohibited. (Ord. 19771 § 34, 2024).
Drone Rules by City in King County
3 cities in King County have their own drone rules rules. Each link goes to that city's dedicated page with code citations.
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