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Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 11:50AM PDT until July 22 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

11:50 AM — July 21st, 8:15 AM

* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the mid 90s to near 100 degrees Tuesday, and upper 90s to low 100s Wednesday. * WHERE...Portions of the Idaho Panhandle and Central and Eastern Washington. * WHEN...From 9 AM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day this week, though additional heat advisories may be needed on Thursday. Limited overnight relief expected across the lower elevations Tuesday night into Wednesday morning with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s.

Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:48PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

12:48 PM — July 22nd, 9:00 AM

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the Northwest Clean Air Agency until 9 AM PDT Wednesday. An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Skagit and Whatcom Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday July 22nd at 9am due to expected wildfire smoke from Canadian wildfires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, sensitive groups should take steps to reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Everyone should watch for symptoms as a sign to reduce exposure. For current air quality conditions and additional information visit https://nwcleanairwa.gov

Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:33PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

12:33 PM — July 21st, 12:45 PM

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert continues for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.

Overview

The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is currently open and encompasses 3.8 million acres along the east slopes of the Cascade Range in Washington, stretching from the Canadian border to the Yakama Indian Reservation. Fire danger is currently LOW across all rating areas (Methow, Chelan, Valley, and Upper Yakima). Several fire-related closures remain active from the 2025 fire season: the Lower Sugarloaf Fire closure on the Entiat District (updated 10/22), Labor Mountain Fire closure on the Wenatchee River & Cle Elum Districts (updated 10/24, effective through December 31, 2025), Wildcat Fire closure around Bumping Lake on the Naches District, and the North Tommy Trail remains closed due to fire suppression damage. The Pomas Fire closure was rescinded on October 24, 2025. Moore Point and Cascade Creek Campgrounds are closed to overnight use due to post-fire flooding hazards from the Pioneer Fire, though day use is permitted. Christmas tree permits are available online through Recreation.gov. The forest has transitioned to cashless fee collections at most recreation sites. Be aware of post-fire hazards in recently burned areas, and note that wildlife-safe food storage is required forest-wide. Elevation ranges from below 1,000 to over 9,000 feet with highly variable terrain from glaciated alpine peaks to dry shrub-steppe.

Campgrounds

19 Mile Campground 25 Mile State Park Campground Alevin Campground Alpine Meadows Campground American Forks Campground American Ridge Lodge American River Guard Station Antilon Lake Campground Atkinson Flat Campground Atkinson Flats BARTON CREEK Ballard Campground Beverly Campground Big Hill Cabin Campsite Blackpine Cr Horsecamp Blackpine Horse Camp Blackpine Lake Campground Buck Lake Campground Bumping Lake Campground Camp 4 Campground Cascade Creek Campground Cayuse Horse Camp Cedar Springs Campground Chatter Creek Group Site Chewuch Campground Chiwawa Horse Camp Cle Elum River Group Site Clear Lake North Campground

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