Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness
Perry Fire
The Perry Fire is an active wildfire west of Ross Lake. Area, trail, and camp closures are in effect. Take precautions when recreating outdoors when heavy smoke is present.
Campfires Banned in All Portions of North Cascades National Park Service Complex
Effective Thursday, July 3, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills, are banned in all portions of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex.
Cascade River Road Detour Alert
The Skagit River Marblemount Bridge will be closed for repairs September 2-16 and Cascade River Road will not be accessible from Marblemount. Visitors must use a detour route on SR 530 and the Rockport Cascade Road to access areas on Cascade River Road.
Park Access along State Route 20 Affected by Upcoming Closures
There are upcoming temporary trailhead closures on popular areas within Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest along State Route 20 from August 18-September 25 which affects park access.
Stehekin Flash Flood and Debris Flow Area
The Stehekin area is prone to flooding, which increases in a post-fire environment. Know before you go – visit the Post Fire Safety page for information on what to do in a flash flood and debris flow area
Fire Closures - Trail, Area, and Camp Closures
For closures due to fire activity visit the Fire Closures page, including trail, area, and camp closures for current and post fire conditions.
Be Aware of Break-ins along State Route 20
Prevent smashed windows and theft. Break-ins are not uncommon at trailheads along State Route 20. Remove your valuables and electronics and take associated electronic cords.
Hozomeen Gate Remains Closed
Until further notice, the gate at Hozomeen will remain closed; vehicle and foot traffic across the US/Canada border is prohibited. Visitors must enter through a designated port of entry.
Diablo Lake Boat Launch Inaccessible to Powerboats
Due to silt accumulation, the Diablo Lake boat launch at Colonial Creek South Campground is not usable for launching most powerboats. Expect shallow or no water at the launch ramp and the possibility of needing to carry your boat to or from the water.
Smoke from Wildfires May Affect Air Quality
Smoke from wildfires is to be expected with active fires across the region.Take precautions when recreating outdoors when heavy smoke is present.
Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 10:48AM PST until January 20 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA
* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Number 1 Canyon, Colville, Ione, Pangborn Airport, Springdale-Hunters Road, Cashmere, Disautel Pass, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Conconully, Twisp, Entiat, Okanogan, Boulder Creek Road, Number 2 Canyon, Leavenworth, Chelan, Deer Park, Metaline, Wenatchee, Brewster, Chewelah, Omak, Oroville, Methow, Winthrop, Wauconda, Newport, Kettle Falls, Loup Loup Pass, Plain, Stehekin, Northport, Stevens Pass, Nespelem, Holden Village, Fruitland, Mazama, Sherman Pass, Metaline Falls, Bridgeport, Flowery Trail Road, Tiger, Republic, Chesaw Road, Orin-Rice Road, Inchelium, and Tonasket. * WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.
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