North Cascades National Park Complex
Air Quality Alert issued August 30 at 11:56AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Chelan, Douglas, and Okanogan Counties until further notice due to current and expected smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Unhealthy levels for areas downwind from active wildfires. Be sure to check air monitors in your area before outdoor activities. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
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Due to the road conditions going to Upper Goodell Group Campsite no RVs or buses will be allowed.
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As of March 1 2026, Purple Point and Lakeview Campgrounds at Stehekin Landing are managed by park concessions Guest Services, Inc and reservations are not available through Recreation.gov.
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Gorge Lake Campground remains closed until further notice due to debris flow and flooding hazards following the 2023 Sourdough Fire.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Electric Fire Closure Order
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest’ Mt. Baker ranger district announced the closure of the following roads in response to the Electric Fire.National Forest System Road (NFSR) #1060 in its entirety from the junction of Highway 20 to the junction of NFSR#1064NFSR# 1064This Forest Service closure…
Snow Lake Trail Temporary Closure
Snow Lake Trail #1013 will be temporary closed for trail work September 14 - 25, 2026. The closure of the Snow Lake Trail begins at the trailhead, located within Township 23 N, Range 11 E, Section 28, continuing through T 23 N, R 11 E, S 29 and 30 to the Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary at the…
Talapus Lake Trail and Forest Service Road 9030 Temporary Closure
The Talapus Lake Trail #1039 and Forest Service Road 9030 will be temporary closed September 21, 2026 - October 31, 2026 for trailhead expansion project work. The closure of Forest Road 9030 begins at the intersection of Forest Road 9030 and 9031, located within Township 22 N, Range 10 E, Section…
Temporary Closure of Forest Service Road 9070 and Surrounding Area
The closure of FSR 9070, including spurs 320, 330, 410, 412, 510, 610, and 710, begins as it crosses the Pacific Crest Trail #2000 and continues to its terminus in Township 22N, Range 11E, Section 19. The closed area contains FSR #9070 and the selected spurs and is bounded on the east by the…
Shadow of the Sentinels Trail Repair
Visitors to Shadow of the Sentinels Interpretive Trail will only be able to hike out and back and not complete the hike as a loop due to ongoing repair to trail boardwalks. The closure will be in effect through October and the location on the trail will change as work on individual sections of…
Miner’s Fire Closure Order
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a) and (b), to provide for public and employee safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Darrington Ranger District of the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie…
Public Use Restriction - Discharging a Firearm
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a) and (b), to provide for resource protection and public and employee safety during times of very high fire danger, the following act is prohibited within the jurisdictional and administrative boundaries of the Mt.…
Three Queens Fire Area Closure and Pacific Crest Trail closure/re-route
This closure prohibits entry or use of roads, recreation sites, campgrounds and trails on national forest system lands within a defined area within the Cle Elum Ranger Districts to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Three Queens Fire. View the attached closure…
Grand Park 2 Fire Closure
Due Grand Park 2 Fire activity, several road systems, trails and recreation sites in the Highway 410 corridor of the Snoqualmie Ranger District are closed for public safety, including Ranger Creek Campground, Ranger Creek Airstrip, Suntop Trail 1183, Huckleberry Creek Trail 1182, Lonesome Lake Say…
Bell Creek Bridge Damaged
The approach and dismount of Bell Creek Bridge approximately 1/2 mile from FSR 12 on Elbow Lake Trail #697 is challenging due to gaps between the bridge and the trail caused by erosion and flood debris. The bridge decking is tilted with difficult footing. Fording Bell Creek may not be possible.
Middle Fork Nooksack (FSR 38) Road Closure
Middle Fork Nooksack Road (FSR) 38 is closed at Mile Post 7 due to a washout. Access to Elbow Lake 697 (Pioneer Camp) and Ridley Creek Trail 696 is blocked
Campfire Ban in Effect Forest-wide
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions went into effect on Thursday, July 23, prohibiting all wood, wood stove, and charcoal briquette stoves and other open flames forest-wide including campgrounds and Wilderness areas. However, the use of pressurized liquid gas stoves is an acceptable alternative, provided…
Sibley Creek/Hidden Lake Trailhead Road (FSR 1540) Closure, Mt. Baker Ranger District
Forest Service Road 1540 is closed due to a wash-out at Mile Post 2.6. Hidden Lake Trailhead is inaccessible by vehicle. Sibley Creek Road/FSR 1540 is off of the Cascade River Road near Marblemount, WA.
Mountain Goats Have Been Present on Yellow Aster Butte
Mountain goat populations have been declining in recent years. Please help by keeping your distance. This will avoid disturbance to the goats and keep them in the habitat they need to survive. Injuries and even deaths have occurred to humans by mountain goats:Keep pets on leash! Always stay 50…
Anderson-Watson Road (FSR 1107) Closure, Mt. Baker Ranger District
Forest Service Road 1107 (Anderson-Watson Road) is closed due to a wash-out at Mile Post 3.8.
FSR 12 and FSR 1230 will be closed for repairs in August
Beginning in late August (between 08/10 and 08/24), Forest Service Roads 12 (and 1230) will be closed for scheduled road repairs. FSR 12 will be closed to vehicle traffic from Rocky Creek Bridge (MP 4.6) through to the Pioneer Camp and Dock Butte/Blue Lake Trailheads. The roads will remain open to…
Baker Lake Road (FSR11) Closure at Shannon Creek Bridge
Beginning around July 15, Baker Lake Road (Forest Service Road 11) will be closed to all vehicle and foot traffic at the Shannon Creek Bridge (approximately MP 23.8), through its terminus at Baker River Trailhead. Baker Lake Trail (610) access will be only from the Baker Lake (South) Trailhead off…
Road Damages/Closures - Skykomish District
Winter weather conditions resulted in damages and closures to roads across the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBS). The MBS will undertake repairs on several roads this summer and next to address road damage. On the Skykomish District, affected roads include:FSR 63 (Index Galena Road)…
Road Damages/Closures - Snoqualmie District - Enumclaw Area
Winter weather conditions resulted in damage to roads across the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBS). The MBS will undertake repairs on several roads this summer and next to address road damage. On the Highway 410 corridor of the Snoqualmie Ranger District, the affected roads include:FSR…
Road Damages/Closures - Snoqualmie District - North Bend Area
Winter weather conditions resulted in damage to roads across the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBS). The MBS will undertake repairs on several roads this summer and next to address road damage. On the I-90 and Middle Fork Snoqualmie corridors of the Snoqualmie Ranger District, the following…
Mallardy Road (FSR 4032) Closure for Timber Operations
The Mallardy Road (Forest Service Road 4032) is closed for public safety during summer timber operations. The road closure is from the intersection with Forest Service Road 4030 to the road's end at Mallardy Ridge Trailhead.
FS Road 37 Deadhorse Creek CLOSED Until Further Notice
Forest Service Road 37 Deadhorse Creek Road flood damage repair is underway. For public safety due to heavy equipment use the road will be closed at mile 0.03 until further notice.
Firewood permits now available for online purchase
Forest Service News Release Firewood permits now available for online purchase (Everett, WA, May 20, 2026) — Firewood permits on the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest are now available through a new online e-Permit system. This option allows users to obtain permits from a computer or…
Expect Delays on Foss River Road and Temporary Closure of 6835 Road, Skykomish District
Visitors accessing Foss River Road (Forest Service Road 68) should expect 30-minute delays through September. Road construction will be on week days between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 pm. Forest Service Road (FSR) 6835 and West Fork Foss Trailhead will be temporarily closed for road construction from…
Suiattle River Road Washout Closure
The Suiattle River Road (FSR 26) and other roads within the watershed were severely damaged from an atmospheric river flood event. The Suiattle River Road (at milepost 4) and associated spur roads are closed for public safety.
Fairfax Bridge Permanently Closed
The Fairfax Bridge on State Highway 165 (milepost 11.5) across the Carbon River has been permanently closed by Washington Department of Transportation (DOT) due to safety concerns. The bridge closure prevents vehicle access to Forest Road 7810, Summit Lake Trailhead, Coplay Lake, and Evans Creek…
Forest Service Roads #23 (White Chuck Road) and #27 (Rat Trap Pass Road) Closed
Road damage caused by the December floods, along with their proximity to the river, makes public access unsafe. A temporary closure has been established on Forest Service Road #23 (White Chuck Road) from milepost 3.7 to its terminus with Forest Service Road #27 (Rat Trap Pass Road) and on Forest…
Middle Fork Camping Closure
Dispersed camping is prohibited along part of Forest Road 56 and 5640, in a corridor adjacent to the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork Snoqualmie River. The purpose of the camping restriction is to reduce recreation-related impacts to: 1) riparian areas and 2) the recreation experience for day-use…
Camping Restrictions
This order sets limits on how long people can camp in one place to protect natural resources, protect visitor health, and ensure all visitors have a fair chance to use camping areas and available facilities. You can camp no more than 14 days in a row at the same spot outside developed…
Food Storage Order in place for Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has a food storage order in effect across the entire Forest. This order requires visitors to the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest to store food items in a “bear resistant manner” and to properly dispose of wildlife attractants. The food storage…
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Aquatic Invasive Species
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Three Queens Fire Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This closure prohibits entry or use of roads, recreation sites, campgrounds and trails on national forest system lands within a defined area within the Cle Elum Ranger Districts to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Three Queens, King and Goat Fires. View the…
Ptarmigan Fire Closure on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This closure prohibits entry or use of various trails within the Pasayten Wilderness to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Ptarmigan Fire. The fire closure has been reduced. Please review the closure order and map to see which trails and roads are effected.
Sisi Fire Trails Closure
Trail Closures are as follows and only apply to Forest Service lands:Pacific Crest Trail 2000 (PCT) – Closure begins where Forest Service Trail (FST) 2000 enters the Chelan Ranger District (CRD) at T. 32 N., R. 14 E., sec. 11. Closure then follows FST 2000 generally N then ends at the boundary of…
Little Giant Fire Closure Order on the Wenatchee River and Entiat Ranger District
This closure prohibits entry or use of roads, recreation sites, campgrounds and trails within a defined area within the Wenatchee River/Entiat Ranger Districts to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Little Giant Fire. View the attached closure order and map for…
Sinlahekin Fire Closure on Methow Valley Ranger District
This closure prohibits entry or use of roads, recreation sites, campgrounds and trails within a defined area within the Tonasket/Methow Valley Ranger Districts to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Sinlahekin Fire. View the attached closure order and map for…
Paving Closure along Highway 20 Campgrounds and Trailheads - Methow Valley Ranger District
There will be a closure in the vicinity of multiple trailheads and campgrounds along the State Route 20 highway corridor including: Rainy Pass, Washington Pass, Bridge Creek, Cutthroat, Lone Fir and Klipchuck. The closure was determined by examining the areas in need of construction work related…
Little Giant Fire Closure for North Lake Chelan on Chelan Ranger District
This additional Little Giant closure prohibits entry or use of roads, recreation sites, campgrounds and trails within a defined area of the Chelan and Methow Ranger Districts to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Little Giant Fire.
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
Expanded Stage 2 fire restrictions prohibit all wood, wood stove, and charcoal briquette stoves and other open flames forest-wide including campgrounds and Wilderness areas. However, the use of pressurized liquid gas stoves is an acceptable alternative, provided such devices are used in areas that…
Cle Elum River Restoration Area Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
The closure prohibits entry or use of lands located south of the Cooper River Bridge at FS-4600 inside the closure area for the protection of public safety where construction activities will occur.
Storm Damaged Roads Closure on Methow Valley District
Due to storm damage it is prohibited to use a motorized vehicle on the following National Forest System Roads within the Methow Valley Ranger District: Forest Road 4400100 (Lime Creek), Forest Road 4415 (Little Bridge Creek), Forest Road 4430;(West Twisp River) from 4430100 (War Creek) to 4430200…
Grouse Creek Aquatic Project Road Closure on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
The road closures are in place to provide for public safety during the construction and restoration project.
Gold Creek Restoration Project Area Closure on Cle Elum Ranger District
The area closure order is in place to provide for public safety in the Gold Creek Pond and River Valley area in the Cle Elum Ranger District within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The Forest Service will continue staging operations including the haul of large trees with root wads and…
Current Road Condition Updates and Closure Order Alerts
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has been working to assess and address the roads that were damaged in the December 2025 heavy rain events, or impacted by the 2025 wildfires. As road systems throughout the Forest melt out, we continue to receive new reports of road or trail damage that…
Storm Damaged Roads Closure on Wenatchee River District
A closure impacting a number of storm damaged roads located on the Wenatchee River Ranger District. This closure includes the Chiwawa River Road. There is currently not an estimate for when these roads will reopen.
Railroad and Preston Creek Road Closures on Chelan and Entiat Ranger Districts
A road closure following substantial storm damage to several roads within the Chelan and Entiat Ranger Districts. This closure includes the Lucerne commercial dock on Lake Chelan, Forest Service Road 8301 from the junction with the Lucerne commercial dock, and FSR 5501 from the junction with the…
Lake Keechelus Motorized Use Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
The Lake Keechelus lakebed is closed to motor vehicles year-round for the protection of threatened fish species. NFS Road 9070-219, including the boat ramp, is closed seasonally when the water levels at Lake Keechelus reservoir are below 2,480 feet. The seasonal closure effects from the exit of…
Occupancy and Use/Camping Restrictions - Forestwide
A forest order for camping or long-term occupancy within the boundaries of National Forest System lands administered by the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and the Colville National Forest.
Echo Ridge Camping Fire Restrictions on the Chelan Ranger District
Forest order prohibiting camping and campfires at the Echo Ridge Nordic Ski Area.
Safe Storage, Possession, and Handling of Food and Refuse - Forestwide
Forest order requiring wildlife safe food storage across the forest.
Road #6304 Bridge Closure on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
Forest order prohibits use of motorized vehicles on Road #6304 and the bridge crossing Meadow Creek.
Volstead Road Closure on the Methow Valley Ranger District
Forest Order closing Volstead Road No. 4225200 from its intersection with Road No. 4225 in T34N, R22E, Section 24 until the end of NFS Road No. 4225200 in T34N, R23EE, Section 6.
Tumwater Campground Closure on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This Order institutes a full closure of Tumwater Day Use Area and Tumwater Campground for safety reasons.
Scenic Highway 20 Corridor Mining Closure on the Methow Valley Ranger District
Forest Order prohibiting mineral removal in the area withdrawn from mining along the Highway 20 corridor.
Indian Creek Road and Trail Motorized Use Closure on the Naches Ranger District
This forest order prohibits motorized vehicle use on Naches Ranger District Road and trail.
Harts Pass Road Restriction on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This Order prohibits pulling any type of trailer on the Harts Pass Road (5400) from the intersection of #5400000 and Road #5400060 (the road that leads to the West Fork Methow trailhead) to Harts Pass and all roads beyond including 5400500/5400600/5400700.
Parking in Violation of Posted Instruction - Forestwide
This Order prohibits parking or leaving a vehicle in violation of any posted instruction.
Winter Speed Limit on Road 5400 on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This restriction prohibits speeds over 20 miles per hour on select roads near Crystal Springs Sno-Park during the winter months.
Wildcat Road Motorized Vehicle Closure on Naches Ranger District
This forest order implements motorized vehicle restrictions on Wildcat Road #1306.
Cascade Tunnel Closure on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This Order prohibits entry to the old Cascade Tunnel which has been deemed unsafe.
Little Rattlesnake 4WD Trail Vehicle Use Restrictions on the Naches Ranger District
This forest order implements vehicle restrictions on Trail 1501680 (Little Rattlesnake) in Township 15 North, Range 14 East, Section 32 and 33; and Township 14 North, Range 14 East, Sections 5,6, and 7; within the Naches District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Winter Motorized Closure on some roads in the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order prohibits motorized vehicles apart from snowmobiles on National Forest System Road No. 5400, 5400-403, 5400-406, 5400-314, and 5480 to protect the integrity of cross-country ski trails.
Motorized Use Restriction on Groomed Ski Trails - Forestwide or multi district
This order prohibits motorized vehicle use except snowmobiles on any National Forest System Road or Trail designated as part of a groomed trail system for snowmobiles, cross country skiing or dog sleds.
Winter Motorized Closure on Road 9070 on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order prohibits the use of all motorized vehicles on National Forest System Road No. 9070 when posted, beginning at the Okanogan-Wenatchee NF's and Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie NF administrative boundary.
Motorized Use Restriction on East Chewuch Road 5010 on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This Order prohibits the use of all motorized vehicles on a portion of East Chewuch Road #5010 between the locked gates within the Twentymile Creek drainage.
Wheeled Motorized Closure on Roads 4510 - 4517 on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order restricts all wheeled motorized vehicles except snowmobiles operating on snow on NFS Roads No. 4510 and No. 4517 in the Cle Elum Ranger District.
Pack and Saddle Animal Restrictions at Black Lake on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This Order prohibits camping within 200 feet of the Black Lake shoreline in the Pasayten Wilderness. If in possession of stock it is prohibited to camp within½ mile of the Black Lake shoreline.
Hunting and Fishing Regulations - Forestwide
Hunters and Fishers on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest must abide by Washington State Fish and Game Laws as applied by the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
Dam Reclamation Zone Closures on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order prohibits public entry within the reclamation zone of each dam on Cle Elum, Kachess and Keechelus Lakes.
Box Canyon Area Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
In order to promote the protection of bull trout and other threatened species, camping and parking is not allowed in Box Canyon Creek areas.
Motorized Use Restrictions - Kongsberger Trollhaugan Area on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This Order prohibits motorized use in particular areas and protects the public safety in the listed special use permit areas and ski trails.
Administrative Site Access - Forestwide
Without explicit permission, the public is prohibited from entering the Forest Service's administrative sites apart from the Public Reception Areas.
Pack and Saddle Animal Restrictions in the Pasayten Wilderness on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This Order prohibits hitching or tying any pack or saddle animal directly to any tree for an overnight period, in the Pasayten Wilderness.
Camping at Administrative Sites Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This order restricts camping at administrative sites around Leavenworth and the Wenatchee River Ranger District. These areas lack facilities for sanitation, garbage etc. They are in residential or commercial areas where camping activities are not appropriate and where such activities would…
Campground Reservations Required on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order establishes certain restrictions within specified camp/picnic grounds listed below which are available for reservations through the National Recreation Reservation Service, NRRS.
Norse Peak and Clearwater Wilderness Use Restrictions on the Naches Ranger District
Camping is prohibited within 100 feet slope distance from the shoreline of any lake and/or the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail EXCEPT at Echo Lake and Lost Lake within Norse Peak Wilderness.
Antilon Lake Use Restrictions on the Chelan Ranger District
Forest order to protect public safety, to protect forest resources, and to protect the water quality at the Antilon Lake Dispersed Recreation Management Area.
Manastash Area Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This Order prohibits the use of motorized vehicles on specific trails in the Manastash Creek Drainage.
Beehive Area Off-Road Motorized Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
Forest order prohibiting the use of snowmobiles.
Icicle Road Camping Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This order prohibits camping in the Icicle Drainage between the Icicle River and the Icicle Road (#7600) when not in a developed campground. Starting at Snow Lakes Trailhead and continuing westerly to Rock Island Campground.
Campfire and Camping Restrictions - Henry M. Jackson Wilderness in the Wenatchee River Ranger Dist.
Forest order prohibits building, maintaining, attending or using a fire or campfire, except for self-contained, carry-in devices such as stoves, within 1/4 mile of the specified locations. It also prohibits camping within 200 feet, horizontal distance, from the shoreline of specified lakes.
Echo Ridge Motorized Use Restrictions on the Chelan Ranger District
This Order restricts motorized access on select areas near Echo Ridge Ski Area.
Table Mountain Area Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
In order to lessen impacts on deer and elk during fawning and calving seasons and to protect the resources from damage due to rutting and erosion during wet periods, roads close seasonally to motorized vehicles in the Table Mountain Area.
Motorized Use Restriction on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This Order prohibits the use of motor vehicles over 40 inches wide on Taylor River Road (#5630) from the Quartz Creek Road junction to Marten Creek, and Quartz Creek Road (#5640).
Alpine Lakes Wilderness Restrictions - Forestwide or multi-district
Pursuant to Title 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited in order to protect the ecological integrity of lakes, streams, forests, meadows, and to enhance the wilderness character and resources of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, until further notice. (1) Entering or being in the Alpine…
Winter Motorized Use Restriction on Roads - Forestwide or multi district
Under the authority granted me by 36 CFR 261.50(b), in order to promote public safety and to reduce the conflict between snowmobiles and other motorized vehicles, the following acts are prohibited until further notice: Using any motorized vehicle except snowmobiles on the roads listed in EXHIBIT…
Motorized Vehicle Restriction/Spring Road Closures on the Cle Elum Ranger District
In order to protect deer and elk during critical fawning and calving periods on the Cle Elum Ranger District, motorized vehicle use is prohibited on certain roads between May 1 and June 30.
Liberty Blackjack Pit Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
On the Cle Elum Ranger District, the Liberty Blackjack Pit area is closed to using any motorized vehicles, except snowmobiles.
Winter Motorized Use Road Restrictions on the Cle Elum Ranger District
Under the authority granted me by 36 CFR 261.50(b), in order to promote public safety and to prevent excessive damage due to rutting and erosion caused by vehicle use, the following acts are prohibited until further notice:Using any motorized vehicle, except for snowmobiles, on the roads listed in…
Squilchuck Trail #1200 Motorized Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This order prohibits the use of any motorized vehicle on the Squilchuck Trail Number 1200 in theN1/2SW1/4 Section 24, T21N, R19E, W.M. 36 CFR 261.55(b).
Wilderness Use Restrictions - Forestwide
In order to protect the Wilderness character and resource within Washington State Cascade Mountain Range Wildernesses, the following acts pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a} and (b}, are prohibited within all Wildernesses located within the Gifford Pinchot, Wenatchee, Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie, and Okanogan…
Wilderness Restrictions - Forestwide
Entering the Glacier View, Goat Rocks, Indian Heaven, Mt. Adams, Tatoosh, Trapper Creek or William 0. Douglas Wildernesses without a permit. 2. REASON FOR THE ORDER: To improve collection of accurate user information to be used as a basis for management actions aimed at reducing resource damage…
Winter Motorized Use Restriction Blewett Pass Area on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This Order prohibits the use of snowmobiles in cross-country ski areas in the Swauk Pass area.
No Camping at Speelyi Beach on Cle Elum Ranger District
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a), the following is prohibited on the Forest Service administered lands on Lake Cle Elum identified as Speelyi Beach. The purpose is to prevent damage to the beach and shoreline resulting from overnight camping and occupancy.1. Camping 36 CFR 261.58 (e)2. Being in the…
Hitching and Tying of Pack/Saddle Animals - Forestwide or multi district
Pursuant to Title 36CFR261.50a, the following act is prohibited on the areaslisted below, located within the Okanogan National Forest, Twisp and WinthropRanger Districts, and the Wenatchee National Forest, Chelan Ranger District,until further notice,(1) Hitching or tying any pack or saddle animal…
South Fork Tieton Road Speed Limit on the Naches Ranger District
This forest order implements speed limits on South Fork Tieton Road.
Motorized, Stock, Bicycle and Seasonal Trail Closures - Forestwide or multi district
Prohibiting use of any motorized vehicle on the Chelan, Cle Elum, Entiat, Lake Wenatchee, Leavenworth, and Naches Ranger District on certain trails and during certain seasons.
Eightmile Road 7601 Parking Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
Forest order prohibits parking in marked areas.
Clear Lake Reservoir Closure Restrictions on the Naches Ranger District
This forest order implements restrictions on the Clear Lake Resevoir.
No Dogs on Cross Country Ski Trails on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
Forest order prohibits possessing dogs on ski trails.
Commercial Hauling on Forest Roads - Forestwide
It is prohibited to use a Forest development road for commercial hauling without a permit or written authorization.
Pacific Crest Trail Bicycle Restrictions - Forestwide or multi district
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) . (b), the following is prohibited in or on any portion of tbe Pacific Crest National Scenic trail under Forest Service jurisdiction: Using or possessing a bicycle except by special-use authorization. (261.55 {b}} This prohibition is in addition to the general…
Rattlesnake Road 5215 Closure on the Entiat Ranger District
Using any motorized vehicle on the Rattlesnake Road #5215 from the gate in Section 21, T. 24 N., R. 20 E., W.M. to the gate in Section 10, T. 24 N., R. 20 E., W.M.
Motorized Vehicle Restrictions - Fortune Creek Area on the Cle Elum Ranger District
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following act is prohibited within the Wenatchee National Forest, Cle Elum Ranger District described in this order. The purpose is to protect the quality of soils, vegetation, unique scenic and botanical values. (1) Using any motorized vehicle, except…
Winter Motorized Use Closure Blewett Pass Area on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This order establishes use restrictions.
Meadow Creek Road Speed Limit on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This forest order implements 25 MPH speed limit on the paved portion of Road 6300, also known as the Meadow Creek Road.
Parking restriction at 25 Mile Creek Guard Station on the Chelan Ranger District
Forest order restricting parking or leaving a vehicle in undesignated areas, and mooring or leaving a boat at the 25 Mile Creek Guard Station.
South Shore Road Camping Restriction on Chelan Ranger District
This order restricts camping in specific areas.
Fields Point Landing Restrictions on the Chelan Ranger District
A forest order restricting camping, operating a vehicle carelessly, and storing or leaving a boat or raft.
Campground Parking Restrictions on the Entiat Ranger District
Possessing, parking or leaving more than two vehicles, except motorcycles or bicycles, per camp units is prohibited at:(1) Silver Falls Campground(2) Cottonwood Campground
Campground Parking Limits on Wenatchee River Ranger District
This forest order prohibits possessing, parking or leaving more than two vehicles, except motorcycles or bicycles per camp units.
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As of March 1 2026, Purple Point and Lakeview Campgrounds at Stehekin Landing are managed by park concessions Guest Services, Inc and reservations are not available through Recreation.gov.
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