Deception Pass State Park
Heat Advisory issued July 21 at 3:19PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures in the upper 80s to lower 90s and low temperatures around 60 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
Air Quality Alert issued July 20 at 12:48PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
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 10:23AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
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 www.nwcleanairwa.gov
Overview
Deception Pass State Park is Washington's most visited state park, spanning 4,134 acres across Fidalgo and Whidbey Islands, connected by the iconic Deception Pass Bridge. The park is currently open year-round (6:30am-dusk in winter, 8am-dusk other times) and requires a Discover Pass ($10 day/$45 annual). Currently, the park is operating under Level 1 burn ban (fires allowed in designated pits/grills). Important closures to note: Bowman Bay pier is closed indefinitely due to unsafe conditions, and the boat launch there is closed to trailered vessels (kayaks/canoes/SUPs still have access). The West Beach parking area is closed to vehicles over 25 feet due to winter storm damage, which also affects the Cranberry Lake boat launch area. Storm damage has also affected the trail between Lottie Point Loop and Lighthouse Point Loop at Bowman Bay. Water spigots in Quarry Pond Campground are turned off through mid-March. The park offers three main campgrounds plus boater-only sites, 35+ miles of trails including access to the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail, tide pools at Rosario Beach, and extensive water activities. The park features 14.6 miles of saltwater shoreline and three freshwater lakes.
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