National Parks Explorer

Live Alerts

• !Fort Vancouver National Historic Site: Temporary Road Closures - A portion of E Evergreen Blvd, E 5th St, Fort Vancouver Way and E Reserve St will be closed from 10 am to 1 pm on 11/11 for the Veterans Parade. All park facilities remain open as usual.
• !Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area: Hawk Creek Area Closed for 2026 Recreation Season - The Hawk Creek Campground and boat launch area will close to all public access starting April 16 through November 14. The closure is necessary to keep visitors, staff, and construction crews safe during the Hawk Creek Road Improvements and Stabilization Project. It may be extended to next spring, if needed.
• !Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area: Fall 2026 Prescribed Fire Notice at Lake Roosevelt - Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area may implement the following prescribed burn during fall 2026.
• !Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area: Fort Spokane boat launch & day use open; Campground open with some closures - Fort Spokane Campground has re-opened to the public with minimal closures as of 8/14/2026. Sites 39, 40, 41, 50, and walk-in sites 64-68 will remain closed for the foreseeable future due to fire damage and hazard trees. Caution tape and closure signs have been posted for visitor safety. Please remain in open areas of the campground only. The Fort Spokane day use area and boat launch remain open. Please continue to use caution throughout these areas.
• !Mount Rainier National Park: Winter Season Closures - The following regular winter season road closures are in place: Westside, Paradise Valley, Ricksecker Point, Stevens Canyon, White River, & Sunrise Roads. Closed roads may be open to bicycling when work is not underway on the road. Always check signs on closed road gates before proceeding.
• !Mount Rainier National Park: Paradise Road Status: Gate closed at Longmire: projected to open tomorrow - 11/09/2026: The road is open to Longmire. All vehicles, including 4WD and AWD, must carry tire chains and be ready to use them. The gate at Longmire to Paradise is closed for the night to support public safety and is projected to open, conditions permitting, tomorrow, 11/10/2026 at 9:00 AM
• !Mount Rainier National Park: WILDFIRE CLOSURES: Sunrise & northern trails. - Due to several active fires on the north side of the park, the following closures are in effect until further notice: Grand Park area & trails, Northern Loop Trail, Wonderland Trail from Carbon River Suspension Bridge to Frozen Lake, & associated backcountry campgrounds. White River & Sunrise Roads have closed for the winter season.
• !Mount Rainier National Park: SR 165 Carbon River/Fairfax Bridge is closed: no access to Carbon River or Mowich Lake. - There is NO public access to Carbon River & Mowich Lake from SR 165. The bridge is closed to pedestrians, bicycles and vehicles and there is no alternate route.
• !Mount Rainier National Park: All vehicles are required to carry tire chains. - All vehicles, including AWD & 4WD, are required to carry tire chains when traveling in the park during the winter season (November 1 - May 1). Choose the "more" link for tire chain requirement FAQs.
• !Mount Rainier National Park: Ohanapecosh Campground area closed for construction in 2026. - The entire Ohanapecosh Campground area is CLOSED for the duration of the construction project, including all campsites, visitor center, restrooms, picnic area, & Ohanapecosh river access.
• !North Cascades National Park: Cascade River Road Closed for the Winter Season - Cascade River Road is closed at milepost 21 (Johnson Cabin) two miles before the trailhead. Cascade River Road usually opens in mid-summer depending on snow and road damage. Do not block gate. Foot and bicycle traffic is permitted beyond the gate.
• !North Cascades National Park: Stehekin is Open, Services Limited at Stehekin Landing - Visitor and recreational opportunities continue to be available in the Stehekin Valley. Some services are limited at the Stehekin Landing following flood damage in December 2025.
• !North Cascades National Park: 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
• !North Cascades National Park: 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.
• !North Cascades National Park: 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.
• !North Cascades National Park: 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.
• !North Cascades National Park: 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.
• !Olympic National Park: Hurricane Ridge Road Closed, Monday 11/9, 9:00am - Hurricane Ridge Road is closed due to snow and ice.
• !Olympic National Park: Some Roads and Campgrounds are Temporarily Closed due to Weather - Storm damage has temporarily closed the Mora, Hoh, Upper & Lower Queets, North Fork, Graves Creek and Sol Duc Campgrounds, as well as Hoh Road, Mora Road, Upper & Lower Queets Roads, North Fork Road, Graves Creek Road, and Sol Duc Road. High winds from yesterday's storm brought down several trees and large branches, creating hazardous conditions. Please check current conditions before traveling.
• !Olympic National Park: Bat Tests Positive for Rabies, Visitors Urged to Report Potential Contact - A rabid bat was found at Olympic National Park near Staircase Bridge on August 9th. At approximately 2 p.m., the bat swooped down onto an unidentified woman and was temporarily caught in her hair. This individual is at risk for rabies and should seek healthcare immediately, as well as contact the Mason County Health Department at 360-427-9670, ext. 405. More at the link.
• !Olympic National Park: Staircase Developed Area is Open, Use Caution in Burned Areas - The Staircase developed area is open. The surrounding wilderness areas will remain closed as repair and recovery efforts continue. Use extreme caution when entering burned areas. Burned landscapes may contain falling trees and branches, loose boulders, unstable ground, stump holes, landslides, and debris flows. Changing conditions such as wind, rain, or storms can rapidly trigger hazards. Learn more on our Fire Conditions and Updates page.
• !Olympic National Park: Visitors to Rialto, Ruby Beach & Coastal Areas Cautioned Due to High Tides - Fall brings higher high tides, which can be dangerous and will cover some coastal routes completely. Always consult a tide chart and map. Be wary of sneaker waves and beach logs, which tides can move unexpectedly.
• !San Juan Island National Historical Park: Wildlife Viewing Guidelines - San Juan Island National Historical Park provides habitat for many species of animals. When you visit the park, you are visiting their home. Do not approach any wildlife within 75 ft/23 m (two school bus lengths).
• !Whitman Mission National Historic Site: Phone Lines Currently Down - The Whitman Mission NHS phone lines are currently down. If you need to contact us, please email whmi_interpretation. For field trip scheduling, please email [email protected]