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North Cascades National Park Service Complex protects 750 square miles of jagged peaks, deep valleys, cascading waterfalls, and glaciers.
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08/29/2026

Trail, camp, and area closure update: There are additional closures in place for the Thunder Creek and Sisi Fires. Fire closure information can be found on the Fire Closures page https://go.nps.gov/fc.

Stehekin businesses are open and continue to welcome visitors outside of the closure areas.

Chelan County Sheriff's Office has issued a Level 1 Fire Advisory (Get Ready) for Stehekin Valley Road from Harlequin Bridge to High Bridge, including Company Creek Road and side roads. A Level 1 Fire Advisory alerts residents and visitors there is a wildfire in the area. You can monitor the Chelan County Emergency Management page or the Chelan County Incident Map for updates. The live incident map is at bit.ly/43qqPnm.

For more information on the Sisi Fire visit https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/waowf-sisi-fire or https://www.facebook.com/LittleGiantFire2026.

Photo 1 Thunder Creek Fire, Photo 2 Sisi Fire

08/25/2026

Although the North Cascades frequently enjoy a summer drought with warm dry conditions, cool rainy weather is a possibility year-round. Maybe it's raining right now!

Snow is possible in any month, especially at higher elevations. Check the forecast before leaving home and remember that the weather in the North Cascades can change quickly. Even in the summer, warm layers and good rain gear are a necessity, and a hat and gloves are often welcome. Dress in layers so you can regulate your body temperature by adding or removing insulation. Avoid cotton clothing—it is cold and does not insulate well when wet. Instead, bring wool, fleece or other synthetics, which perform much better in wet or cool conditions.

Check the park website for current conditions to help you be prepared for your visit at https://www.nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/conditions.htm

NPS Photo

08/21/2026

Attention Cascade River Road users: Skagit River Marblemount Bridge will be closed overnight for repairs August 24–28 and September 7-11, Monday night–Friday morning, 8 pm–4 am. There is no access to Cascade River Road during the nighttime closure.

Visitors seeking permits for trips starting on Cascade River Road must come in person to the Wilderness Information Center in Marblemount the day of or day before they start their trip. For current Operating Hours & Seasons check https://www.nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/basicinfo.htm.

Bear canisters are required for most backcountry areas accessed from Cascade River Road. Permit holders can borrow bear canisters for free at the Wilderness Information Center.

For more information on the project and closure visit the Skagit County webpage.

Photo courtesy of Skagit County

08/20/2026

News Release: August 20 North Cascades Fires Update

Fire activity has been minimal over the past few days on the Border 2 Fire (estimated 7,296 acres in the United States, 43% contained) due to cooler temperatures, cloud cover, and a heavy smoke inversion. Fire activity remains concentrated on the southern portion of the fire around Little Jackass Mountain. There is potential for increased fire growth today with above normal temperatures before the return of possible wetting rains tomorrow.

Moving forward, fire updates will be available on inciweb unless fire activity changes. For additional information visit https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/.

For the full news release and all fire related closure information visit https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/august-20-north-cascades-fires-update.htm.

08/18/2026

What’s your favorite thing to do while camping? Is it shredding on the guitar?

If it involves loud noise, remember that quiet hours in campgrounds are from 10pm to 6am and generator use is allowed only from 8am to 8pm, to be considerate of other campers.

Keeping noise levels low at all hours increases the likelihood of hearing the natural sounds of the North Cascades.

What’s your favorite natural sound?

NPS Photo

08/17/2026

Did you know Mount Rainier National Park, North Cascades National Park Service Complex, and Olympic National Park share a nonprofit philanthropic partner?

Washington's National Park Fund (WNPF) was founded in 1993 with a mission to preserve and protect Washington’s national parks. Today, WNPF is the official philanthropic partner of all three parks and supports dozens of projects each year, from trail work and scientific research to youth and volunteer programs.

This National Nonprofit Day, we’re grateful for every partner, volunteer, and park supporter who steps up to help keep Mount Rainier, North Cascades, and Olympic National Parks thriving for future generations.

📷 Photos:
1. WNPF volunteers gather at Paradise in Mount Rainier National Park (June 2022 photo by Kevin Bacher).
2. WNPF volunteers work on the Skyline Trail in Mount Rainier National Park (August 2021 photo by Alex Day).
3. WNPF volunteer assists with a parking lot clean-up at the Diablo Lake Overlook in North Cascades National Park (April 2025 photo by Kristen Oliphant).
4. WNPF volunteers pose during a clean-up day at the Gorge Creek Falls Trail in North Cascades National Park (April 2026 photo by Alex Day).
5. WNPF volunteer and his son pick up trash at Ruby Beach in Olympic National Park (March 2023 photo by Taylor Newlun).
6. WNPF volunteers at a drop-in volunteer day at the Matt Albright Native Plan Nursery outside of Olympic National Park in Sequim (July 2023 photo by Andrea Christensen).

08/14/2026

News Release: August 14 North Cascades Fires Update

Fire activity was minimal yesterday on the Border 2 Fire (estimated 14,336 acres total; 6,556 acres in the United States) due to an inversion with cloud cover with slight rain and hail. Aviation was limited due to poor air visibility and weather.

For the full news release and all fire related closure information visit https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/august-14-north-cascades-fires-update.htm.

08/12/2026

News Release: August 12 North Cascades Fire Updates

Fire activity is moderate on the Border 2 Fire (estimated 13,604 acres total; 6,052 acres in the United States) with recent growth mainly on the southeast flank of the fire due to hot and dry weather this week. A smoke inversion persists in the Hozomeen area with better visibility on the south end of the fire.

For the full news release and all fire related closure information visit https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/august-12-north-cascades-fires-update.htm.

08/11/2026

Thinking of backpacking this summer or already planning a trip for next year?

It's always a great time to research trails and camps!

Backcountry permits are given for specific backcountry camps throughout the park complex. Some camps are large and have multiple sites or can accommodate groups of up to 12. Some camps have only one or two sites. Some camps have bear boxes for food storage, while other camps require you to hang your food or use a bear canister.

What are you looking for in a camp?

Use our wilderness trip planner to compare camps and plot out your future trips!

https://www.nps.gov/noca/planyourvisit/wilderness-trip-planner.htm?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExR2FuY0FGYUtNSTRlbkxRdQEeb7Q8Ubaafhfivd9gyqmNMT1GdWerptZJlF1WHXt7JwmlAZkmj_INnibuLVk_aem_N_5t4r5s8MT9GcaySZSYJQ

NPS/Bryanna Plog

08/10/2026

News Release: August 10 North Cascades Fire Updates

Fire progression continues slowly to the south around Little Jackass Mountain on the Border 2 Fire (estimated 10,582 acres). Throughout the weekend firefighters conducted mop up operations around Hozomeen values at risk and along the Silver Skagit Road.

Additional crews have been assigned to the Border 2 Fire. The Yosemite Wildland Fire Module was boated to Lightning Creek for point protection around the area. Point protection on values at risk south of the fire progression is a focus for crews over the next few shifts. A Type 3 helicopter is available for aerial support for reconnaissance and utilizing aerial delivered water when conditions safely allow.

For the full news release and all fire related closure information visit https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/august-10-north-cascades-fires-update.htm

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