https://www.nps.gov/noca News releases from North Cascades National Park. en-us https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/work-begins-to-support-emergency-reconstruction-after-historic-flood.htm Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:44:00 EST The National Park Service today announced it has awarded the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers with the construction contract to reconstruct Company Creek Road. USACE’s Rapid Response Team began work this week to rebuild an elevated interim road across federal lands. The interim road will provide similar access to the upper Company Creek area as the hasty corduroy road that has been used since floods in December 2025. Work is expected to last a few weeks. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/work-begins-to-support-emergency-reconstruction-after-historic-flood.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-to-support-emergency-reconstruction-after-historic-flood.htm Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:27:00 EST The National Park Service today announced the availability of funding to partially rebuild Company Creek Road in North Cascades National Park Service Complex following significant flood damage in December2025. The NPS is evaluating options to execute this project before spring runoff. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-to-support-emergency-reconstruction-after-historic-flood.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-flooding-update.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:13:00 EST An additional storm system came through the area this week with heavy wind, rains, and freezing temperatures. In Stehekin, crews continue work to stabilize critical infrastructure and road access in preparation for winter conditions. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-flooding-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/heavy-rains-cause-flooding-and-landslides-in-stehekin.htm Sun, 14 Dec 2025 10:52:00 EST Severe flooding and landslides from recent heavy rains caused unsafe conditions and limited basic services in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and the Stehekin Valley. A Type 3 Incident Command Team is in place to coordinate emergency response. The team, alongside Chelan County Emergency Management, is working to ensure people are safe and have access to supplies and immediate essentials. Visitors should not travel to the Stehekin area; there are no services available. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/heavy-rains-cause-flooding-and-landslides-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2025.htm Mon, 29 Sep 2025 08:10:00 EST Effective Monday, Sept. 29, the burn ban is lifted on all lands within North Cascades National Park Service Complex. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds in Stehekin, along State Route 20, and the Ross Lake area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/noca-fires-sunday-update.htm Sat, 13 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST Minimal fire behavior continues on the Perry Fire. A cold front with rain and cooler temperatures is expected across the area today. A warm and drying trend will return on Monday and Tuesday, then cool and wet weather is expected mid-week. Fire behavior is expected to decrease with cooler temperatures and wet weather. This will be the last update unless fire conditions change. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/noca-fires-sunday-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/noca-fires-update-sept-12.htm Thu, 11 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST Moderate fire behavior continued over the past couple of days on the Perry, Arctic, and Neve Fires due to cooler temperatures and partly cloudy skies. Fire behavior has the potential to increase slightly as fuels dry out with sunny conditions for the next couple of days. Rain and cooler temperatures are expected to return to the area on Sunday. As conditions and visibility safely allow, a Type-3 helicopter and a Type-1 KMAX helicopter will provide aerial delivered water operations and firefighter support to aid in a full suppression strategy. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/noca-fires-update-sept-12.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lightning-storms-ignite-additional-fires-in-park-complex.htm Wed, 10 Sep 2025 20:00:00 EST Two additional fires have been discovered in North Cascades National Park Service Complex following lightning storms across the area earlier this week. Both fires were confirmed early in the evening on Wednesday, September 10. Weather conditions, including light showers and high humidity recoveries at night, have moderated fire behavior. Fire crews are still assessing potential fire activity associated with smoke reports within the park complex. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lightning-storms-ignite-additional-fires-in-park-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-fire-wednesday-update.htm Wed, 10 Sep 2025 06:39:00 EST Moderate fire behavior continued over the past couple of days due to cooler temperatures and light rains, slowing the fire’s progression. The Perry Fire remains at 1,557 acres with moderate backing, flanking, and smoldering. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-fire-wednesday-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-fire-monday-update.htm Mon, 08 Sep 2025 06:18:00 EST Fire behavior moderated over the weekend due to cooler temperatures with light rains across the area, slowing the spread of fire. The Perry Fire is estimated at 1,557 acres with moderate backing and flanking. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-fire-monday-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-fire-saturday-update.htm Sat, 06 Sep 2025 06:57:00 EST There was a smoke inversion across the fire area over the past couple of days moderating fire behavior and hampering aerial support due visibility. The Perry Fire is estimated at 1,477 acres with moderate backing and flanking fire behavior. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-fire-saturday-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-thunder-and-big-beaver-fires-thursday-update.htm Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:00:00 EST The Perry Fire remains active with hot and dry weather conditions including a Heat Advisory and Red Flag conditions with backing, uphill runs, and short crown runs, mainly in the northern aspect of the fire. The Perry Fire is estimated at 1,309 acres. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-thunder-and-big-beaver-fires-thursday-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-thunder-and-big-beaver-fires-monday-update.htm Mon, 01 Sep 2025 08:02:00 EST Although fire behavior moderated under morning air inversions, the Perry Fire remained active over the weekend and is estimated at 600 acres. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-thunder-and-big-beaver-fires-monday-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-thunder-and-big-beaver-fires-update.htm Fri, 29 Aug 2025 12:00:00 EST Fire activity increased on the Perry Fire due to warm temperatures, windy conditions, and low humidity throughout the area. The Perry Fire is estimated at 250 acres. Steep, difficult, and cliffy terrain pose significant threat to firefighter safety which limits direct line on the Perry Fire. Fire managers continue a full suppression strategy with aerial delivered water from a Type-3 helicopter. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/perry-thunder-and-big-beaver-fires-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lightning-storms-ignite-fires-in-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm Wed, 27 Aug 2025 20:00:00 EST Lightning struck several areas across North Cascades National Park Service Complex over the last several days with smoke and a handful of fires observed immediately following the lightning storms. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lightning-storms-ignite-fires-in-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/guest-services-inc-selected-for-concession-contract-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area.htm Mon, 28 Jul 2025 05:03:00 EST Guest Services, Inc has been selected to provide lodging, food & beverage, retail, campground, fuel, and other visitor services in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area, a unit of North Cascades National Park Service Complex. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/guest-services-inc-selected-for-concession-contract-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2025.htm Mon, 30 Jun 2025 04:47:00 EST 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 North Cascades National Park Service Complex, which includes North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2025.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/national-park-service-invites-public-input-on-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-visitor-use-planning.htm Thu, 12 Jun 2025 03:36:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex will open a 60-day public comment period June 12 to gather input that will inform a new frontcountry planning process for Ross Lake National Recreation Area and adjacent areas along State Route 20. Submit your thoughts online or by mail by August 11, 2025. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/national-park-service-invites-public-input-on-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-visitor-use-planning.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-trail-camp-and-area-closures.htm Thu, 05 Jun 2025 15:55:00 EST Updated on 6/8/25 https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-trail-camp-and-area-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/solicitation-for-proposals-for-a-new-concession-contract-to-operate-lodging-food-and-beverage-retail-campground-and-related-visitor-services-within-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area.htm Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:21:00 EST Solicitation for Proposals for a New Concession Contract to Operate Lodging, Food and Beverage, Retail, Campground, and Related Visitor Services within Lake Chelan National Recreation Area https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/solicitation-for-proposals-for-a-new-concession-contract-to-operate-lodging-food-and-beverage-retail-campground-and-related-visitor-services-within-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2024.htm Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:34:00 EST Effective Friday, September 13, the burn ban is lifted on all lands within North Cascades National Park Service Complex. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds in Stehekin, along State Route 20, and the Ross Lake area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pioneer-fire-level-1-evacuation-for-stehekin.htm Fri, 23 Aug 2024 02:25:00 EST Effective yesterday at 6 pm, a Level 1 Evacuation notice for Stehekin has been issued by the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Management in coordination with Northwest Incident Management Team 3. A Level 1 Evacuation alerts residents and visitors there is a wildfire in the area. The evacuation level is being downgraded from a Level 2 Evacuation notice issued on July 25. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pioneer-fire-level-1-evacuation-for-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/colonial-creek-campground-south-closure-and-additional-fire-starts.htm Sat, 10 Aug 2024 16:52:00 EST Colonial Creek South Campground and boat launch are closed to manage visitor safety, firefighter access, and emergency response in conjunction with firefighting efforts on the Ruby Fire. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/colonial-creek-campground-south-closure-and-additional-fire-starts.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ruby-fire.htm Fri, 09 Aug 2024 15:42:00 EST Following a recent storm pattern with multiple lightning strikes across the area, an additional fire is active in Ross Lake National Recreation Area within North Cascades National Park Service Complex. The Ruby Fire, estimated at 107 acres, was detected August 9 and is located on the south side of Ruby Mountain. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ruby-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/goodell-creek-campground-reopens.htm Wed, 07 Aug 2024 02:34:00 EST Goodell Creek Campground, raft launch, and picnic area are now open following a strong initial attack and continued work by firefighters. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/goodell-creek-campground-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-area-trail-and-camp-closures-due-to-fire-activity.htm Sun, 04 Aug 2024 08:01:00 EST Park officials have closed additional areas, trails, and camps due to increased fire activity on the Pioneer Fire and on a new fire start, the Flat Creek Fire, west of Stehekin on the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Closures are in effect to manage visitor safety, firefighter access, and emergency response to the fires across the area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-area-trail-and-camp-closures-due-to-fire-activity.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/goodell-creek-campground-closure-due-to-fire-activity.htm Sat, 03 Aug 2024 08:02:00 EST Due to firefighting activity, Goodell Creek Campground, raft launch, and picnic area are closed until further notice. An illegal campfire spread to a large cedar tree and continues to slowly burn. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/goodell-creek-campground-closure-due-to-fire-activity.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pioneer-fire-level-2-evacuation-for-stehekin.htm Thu, 25 Jul 2024 02:41:00 EST Effective today at 8 am, a Level 2 Evacuation notice for the Stehekin Community, from Hazard Creek through the Stehekin Valley, including the Stehekin landing west to High Bridge has been issued by the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Management in coordination with Northwest Incident Management Team 3. A Level 2 Evacuation alerts residents and visitors there is danger from a wildfire in the area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pioneer-fire-level-2-evacuation-for-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closure.htm Tue, 23 Jul 2024 03:25:00 EST Park officials have closed Cascade River Road, Cascade Pass Trail, and Johannesburg Cross-country Zone to manage visitor safety due to the nearby Pincer Two Fire on the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. Cascade River Road is closed at MP 8 (Marble Creek) and there is no access to North Cascades National Park beyond the closure. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2024.htm Mon, 08 Jul 2024 11:16:00 EST Effective Friday, July 12, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans and barbeque grills, are banned in all portions of North Cascades National Park Service Complex – North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds along State Route 20 as well as Hozomeen and the entire Stehekin Valley. Stoves or grills that are solely fueled by liquid petroleum fuels for the purpose of cooking are allowed in all locations while cooking. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2024-helicopter-supported-wilderness-projects.htm Thu, 13 Jun 2024 11:45:00 EST Several projects with helicopter support will begin this season in the Stephen Mather Wilderness as snow levels recede. Time and distance of flights over and around wilderness will be minimized whenever possible. Flight dates are subject to change depending on weather and other safety factors.  https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2024-helicopter-supported-wilderness-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-provides-summer-operations-updates.htm Mon, 06 May 2024 07:00:00 EST Ensure you have the information you need for a successful and memorable trip. Multiple areas across North Cascades National Park Service Complex are affected by closures, changes in operations, or limited access for the upcoming 2024 summer season. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-provides-summer-operations-updates.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/agencies-announce-decision-to-restore-grizzly-bears-to-north-cascades.htm Thu, 25 Apr 2024 08:32:00 EST The National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service have announced a decision to actively restore grizzly bears to the North Cascades of Washington, where the animals once roamed. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/agencies-announce-decision-to-restore-grizzly-bears-to-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/agencies-release-final-environmental-impact-statement-evaluating-options-for-restoring-grizzly-bears-to-the-north-cascades.htm Thu, 21 Mar 2024 04:00:00 EST The National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service have released a final environmental impact statement (EIS) that evaluates options to restore grizzly bears to the North Cascades ecosystem of Washington where they once roamed. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/agencies-release-final-environmental-impact-statement-evaluating-options-for-restoring-grizzly-bears-to-the-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/golden-west-visitor-center-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-to-remain-closed-this-season.htm Tue, 19 Mar 2024 05:45:00 EST The Golden West Visitor Center in Stehekin will remain closed this summer season, but North Cascades National Park and its partners will continue to offer information and services to help visitors experience this remote area of the park. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/golden-west-visitor-center-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-to-remain-closed-this-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting-2024.htm Thu, 22 Feb 2024 04:00:00 EST The established climbing management areas identified below are closed to all public use from March 1, 2024 to July 15, 2024 to protect peregrine falcon nesting aeries. Newhalem Crag East Newhalem Crag West (Ryan’s Wall) https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting-2024.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/backcountry-permit-fee-structure-change.htm Mon, 29 Jan 2024 04:00:00 EST The North Cascades National Park Service Complex backcountry permit fee structure has changed from a per permit fee to a per person fee for backcountry camping permits. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/backcountry-permit-fee-structure-change.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-public-meetings-scheduled-on-options-for-restoring-grizzly-bears-to-the-north-cascades.htm Fri, 13 Oct 2023 07:30:00 EST The National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service have announced two additional meetings for the public to provide comment on the recently released draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) that evaluates options for restoring grizzly bears to the North Cascades ecosystem in Washington, where the animals once roamed. The public is also invited to provide comment on the proposed rule from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service that would provide local communities with additional management tools under section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-public-meetings-scheduled-on-options-for-restoring-grizzly-bears-to-the-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-options-for-restoring-grizzly-bears-to-the-north-cascades.htm Thu, 28 Sep 2023 02:00:00 EST The National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service are seeking public input on a draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) that evaluates options for restoring grizzly bears to the North Cascades Ecosystem in Washington, where the animals once roamed. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is also inviting public comment on a proposed rule under section 10(j) of the Endangered Species Act that would provide local communities more flexibility to manage the grizzly bear population with additional wildlife management tools.  https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-options-for-restoring-grizzly-bears-to-the-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/moderate-fire-behavior-on-the-sourdough-fire.htm Fri, 22 Sep 2023 13:07:00 EST Fire behavior on the Sourdough Fire is moderate with the return of cooler temperatures and wetter weather across the area this week. The Sourdough Fire is at 7,377 acres and 25% containment. There will be no change in containment percentage until significant rain or snow, known as a season ending event. Containment areas of the fire are in place along State Route 20, and near structures, and other values at risk. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/moderate-fire-behavior-on-the-sourdough-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-on-all-noca-lands.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2023 02:47:00 EST Effective Friday, September 22, the burn ban is lifted on all lands within North Cascades National Park Service Complex. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds in Stehekin, along State Route 20 and the Ross Lake area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-on-all-noca-lands.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/sourdough-fire-update.htm Fri, 15 Sep 2023 10:12:00 EST With the recent warm and dry weather conditions there is increased fire behavior on the Sourdough Fire, primarily on the north and east flanks. The Sourdough Fire is at 6,369 acres and 25% containment. There will be no change in containment percentage until significant rain or snow, known as a season ending event. Containment areas of the fire are in place around State Route 20, structures, and other values at risk. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/sourdough-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-areas-trails-and-camps-reopen-continued-minimal-fire-behavior-on-sourdough-fire.htm Mon, 11 Sep 2023 08:44:00 EST Park officials have reopened additional areas, trails, and camps today, Monday, September 11. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-areas-trails-and-camps-reopen-continued-minimal-fire-behavior-on-sourdough-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/minimal-fire-growth-on-sourdough-fire-some-areas-trails-and-camps-reopen.htm Tue, 05 Sep 2023 14:39:00 EST With cooler temperatures, higher humidity, and light rains over several days, the Sourdough Fire has had minimal growth and low areas of heat. The fire remains at 6,234 acres with 25% containment. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/minimal-fire-growth-on-sourdough-fire-some-areas-trails-and-camps-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/area-trail-and-camp-closures-remain-in-effect.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2023 14:27:00 EST Area, trail, and camp closures remain in effect along State Route 20 within North Cascades National Park Service Complex to manage visitor safety, firefighter access, and emergency response in conjunction with firefighting efforts on the Sourdough Fire. The Sourdough Fire is at 6,234 acres and 25% containment. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/area-trail-and-camp-closures-remain-in-effect.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/blue-lake-fire-trail-camp-and-area-closures.htm Tue, 15 Aug 2023 13:26:00 EST Park officials have closed trail, camps, and areas in North Cascades National Park Service Complex due to the Blue Lake Fire burning near State Route 20 milepost 160, approximately 30 miles west of Winthrop on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/blue-lake-fire-trail-camp-and-area-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-area-trail-and-camp-closures.htm Thu, 03 Aug 2023 15:31:00 EST Park officials have closed additional areas, trails, and camps to manage visitor safety, firefighter access, and emergency response in conjunction with firefighting efforts on the Sourdough Fire. The closures listed are not immediately threatened by the fire. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-area-trail-and-camp-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/minimal-fire-activity-overnight-on-sourdough-fire.htm Mon, 31 Jul 2023 08:15:00 EST There was no significant spread overnight on the Sourdough Fire. The Sourdough Fire is estimated at 25 acres. The increase in acreage is due to more accurate mapping following Sunday evening’s update. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/minimal-fire-activity-overnight-on-sourdough-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/increased-fire-activity-on-the-sourdough-fire.htm Sun, 30 Jul 2023 14:30:00 EST Fire activity increased on the Sourdough Fire due to warm temperatures, windy conditions, and low humidity throughout the area. The Sourdough Fire is estimated at 15 acres. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/increased-fire-activity-on-the-sourdough-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/sourdough-fire-evening-update.htm Sat, 29 Jul 2023 16:04:00 EST Warm and sunny afternoon weather, increased winds, and low humidity increased fire behavior on the lightening-caused Sourdough Fire. The fire is approximately 5 acres. Park officials have closed the Sourdough Trail to the junction with Big Beaver Trail and Sourdough and Pierce Mountain camps due to visitor safety. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/sourdough-fire-evening-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pyramid-area-fires-contained-and-additional-fire-start.htm Sat, 29 Jul 2023 09:50:00 EST The Pyramid Area Fires are now contained following a strong initial attack and continued work by park firefighters and North Cascades Smokejumpers with water support via helicopter throughout the day on Friday. The Bouck, Colonial, and Snowfield cross-country zones are now open. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pyramid-area-fires-contained-and-additional-fire-start.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pyramid-area-fires.htm Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:28:00 EST Following Wednesday’s storm pattern with numerous lightning strikes through the area, two fires have been detected and are active in Ross Lake National Recreation Area within North Cascades National Park Service Complex. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pyramid-area-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2023.htm Thu, 20 Jul 2023 03:08:00 EST Effective Monday, July 24, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans and barbeque grills, are banned in all portions of North Cascades National Park Service Complex – North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rainbow-fire-is-called-out.htm Sat, 15 Jul 2023 11:53:00 EST The Rainbow Fire is now out following a strong initial attack and continued work by North Cascades, Missoula, and Redmond smokejumpers. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rainbow-fire-is-called-out.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rainbow-fire-update.htm Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:16:00 EST The Rainbow Fire remains active in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area within North Cascades National Park Service Complex. The fire is approximately two acres in size and was detected on Monday, July 10.    https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rainbow-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rainbow-fire.htm Tue, 11 Jul 2023 10:00:00 EST The 0.25-acre Rainbow Fire was detected Monday. Park officials have closed the Boulder Creek Trail from the junction with the Rainbow Loop and the War Creek trails, as well as Hooter, Rennie, and Reynolds Hiker and Stock camps, due to visitor safety concerns.   https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rainbow-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fonsi-released-on-environmental-assessment-for-backcountry-camp-modifications-in-north-cascades-national-park.htm Thu, 06 Jul 2023 08:03:00 EST The Environmental Analysis (EA) process for the Backcountry Camp Modifications in North Cascades National Park Service Complex has been completed and a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) has been issued. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fonsi-released-on-environmental-assessment-for-backcountry-camp-modifications-in-north-cascades-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2023-helicopter-supported-wilderness-projects.htm Thu, 18 May 2023 10:00:00 EST Several projects with helicopter support will begin this season in the Stephen Mather Wilderness as snow levels recede. Time and distance of flights over and around wilderness will be minimized whenever possible.  https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2023-helicopter-supported-wilderness-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/national-park-service-selects-wf-goodfellow-adventures-inc-to-operate-visitor-services-at-ross-lake-national-recreation-area.htm Thu, 06 Apr 2023 05:00:00 EST he National Park Service has selected WF Goodfellow Adventures, Inc. to operate visitor services in Ross Lake National Recreation Area under a 10-year concession contract. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/national-park-service-selects-wf-goodfellow-adventures-inc-to-operate-visitor-services-at-ross-lake-national-recreation-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting-2023.htm Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:20:00 EST Established climbing management areas are closed to all public use from March 1, 2023 to July 15, 2023 to protect peregrine falcon nesting aeries.  https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting-2023.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-environmental-assessment-for-backcountry-camp-modifications-in-north-cascades-national-park.htm Tue, 07 Feb 2023 13:00:00 EST The public is invited to comment on an Environmental Assessment (EA) that proposes two projects in North Cascades National Park.  https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-environmental-assessment-for-backcountry-camp-modifications-in-north-cascades-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/national-park-service-u-s-fish-wildlife-service-to-evaluate-options-for-restoring-grizzly-bears-to-the-north-cascades.htm Thu, 10 Nov 2022 02:00:00 EST The National Park Service and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service today announced the initiation of a new Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process to evaluate options for restoring and managing grizzly bears in the North Cascades of Washington, where the animals once thrived. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/national-park-service-u-s-fish-wildlife-service-to-evaluate-options-for-restoring-grizzly-bears-to-the-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/partial-area-closures-lifted.htm Thu, 27 Oct 2022 11:45:00 EST Closures have been lifted to Thunder Creek, Diablo Lake, areas along State Route 20, and East Bank and Desolation areas along Ross Lake. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/partial-area-closures-lifted.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park.htm Wed, 19 Oct 2022 12:57:00 EST Effective Friday, October 21, the burn ban in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and the area of North Cascades National Park located in Chelan County is lifted. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-area-closures-due-to-mcallister-creek-fire.htm Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:04:00 EST Beginning Saturday, October 15, the portion of Thunder Creek Trail from the trailhead to Neve Camp, Panther Creek Trail from the trailhead to Neve Camp, and Thunder Knob Trail are closed due to fire activity. Camp closures include Thunder, Neve, Fourth of July, and Panther camps, and Thunder Point, Hidden Cove, and Buster Brown boat-in campsites along Diablo Lake. All areas within Colonial Creek North and South campgrounds, including day use areas, picnic areas, boat launch, and walk-in campsites are closed. All beach areas adjacent to Highway 20 on Diablo Lake are closed. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-area-closures-due-to-mcallister-creek-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/desolation-area-trail-and-camp-closures.htm Fri, 07 Oct 2022 03:09:00 EST Park officials have closed Desolation Trail and the portion of East Bank Trail from Lighting Creek Camp to Desolation Trail due to fire activity in the Desolation area of east Ross Lake. Camp closures include Desolation, Lightning Creek Hiker, and Cat Island camps. Lightning Creek Stock Camp remains open at this time. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/desolation-area-trail-and-camp-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/elongated-fire-season-continues.htm Fri, 30 Sep 2022 15:35:00 EST With unseasonably high temperatures and very little cumulative moisture, an elongated fire season continues across the region. As a result, smoke lingers in valleys on both sides of the Cascade Crest, with upcoming increased smoke west of the Cascades due to easterly winds. Moderate fire behavior and smoky conditions will remain until a season ending rain event, with no predicted rain in the forecast. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/elongated-fire-season-continues.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/increased-smoke-in-the-area-9-27-22.htm Tue, 27 Sep 2022 09:40:00 EST Increased smoke is expected in the area due to a moderate increased fire behavior in North Cascades National Park Service Complex. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/increased-smoke-in-the-area-9-27-22.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mcallister-creek-fire.htm Fri, 23 Sep 2022 11:55:00 EST Following a storm pattern with numerous lightning strikes the week of September 12, the McAllister Creek Fire is active in a remote area with steep terrain in the Thunder Creek drainage of North Cascades National Park. There are no trail or camp closures at this time for the McAllister Creek Fire. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mcallister-creek-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/proposals-for-operation-of-lake-resort.htm Tue, 20 Sep 2022 17:00:00 EST Ross Lake National Recreation Area, a unit of North Cascades National Park Service (NPS) Complex, has issued a prospectus for a concession contract business opportunity. The Concessioner will operate lodging, boat rentals, marine fuel sales, and other visitor services in the park. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/proposals-for-operation-of-lake-resort.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/chilliwack-complex-update.htm Sat, 10 Sep 2022 06:55:00 EST Weather conditions along with dry fuels continue to increase fire activity on the lightning-caused Chilliwack Complex. Increased easterly winds, high temperatures, and low humidity throughout the area have prompted a Red Flag Warning from the National Weather Service through Sunday evening. On Friday, the Copper Lake and Copper Ridge fires merged, and the North Fork and Little Chill fires merged. The two fires are now known as Copper Lake and Little Chill fires, respectively. The Silesia Fire had significant growth and is approximately one mile from the forest boundary with the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. This fire activity has prompted the closure of the Silesia Creek Trail. The Chilliwack Complex is made up of several active fires (Little Chill, Copper Lake, Brush Creek, Silesia, and Little Beaver Creek). https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/chilliwack-complex-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/increased-fire-activity-on-the-chilliwack-complex.htm Thu, 08 Sep 2022 08:33:00 EST There is increased fire activity on the Chilliwack Complex due to Wednesday’s weather event with increased winds and low humidity throughout the area. Two of the four lightning-caused fires (Copper Lake and Brush Creek Fire) experienced growth and will likely merge into one fire in the Copper Loop and Whatcom Pass areas of North Cascades National Park Service Complex. An additional fire, Little Beaver Creek Fire, was detected and is estimated at one quarter acre. The Chilliwack Complex is estimated 4,538 acres. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/increased-fire-activity-on-the-chilliwack-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-trail-and-camp-closures-for-chilliwack-complex.htm Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:53:00 EST Four lightning-caused fires remain active across North Cascades National Park Service Complex. The fires are in remote areas of the Stephen Mather Wilderness. Three fires (North Fork, Little Chill, and Copper Lake) are in proximity to the Copper Loop Trail system and one (Brush Creek Fire) is near the Brush Creek Trail in the Whatcom Pass area. The Chilliwack Complex is estimated at 3,700 acres. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-trail-and-camp-closures-for-chilliwack-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/chilliwack-area-fires-update.htm Sat, 27 Aug 2022 11:44:00 EST Nine lightning-caused fires are active across North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Most are in remote areas of the Stephen Mather Wilderness. Three fires are in proximity to the Copper Loop Trail system and two are near the Brush Creek Trail in the Whatcom Pass area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/chilliwack-area-fires-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/chilliwack-area-trail-and-camp-closure.htm Wed, 24 Aug 2022 13:35:00 EST Park officials have closed all trails and camps entering the park complex at Hannegan Pass Trailhead, including Copper Loop, to the junction of Big Beaver Trail due to fire activity in the area. Camp closures include all camps between Boundary and Stillwell camps. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/chilliwack-area-trail-and-camp-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mcgregor-mountain-fire-contained.htm Sat, 13 Aug 2022 07:47:00 EST The McGregor Mountain Fire is now contained following a strong initial attack and continued work by park firefighters and North Cascades Smokejumpers. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mcgregor-mountain-fire-contained.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mcgregor-mountain-fire.htm Thu, 11 Aug 2022 14:06:00 EST Following a recent storm pattern with numerous lightning strikes across the park complex, a fire is active in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mcgregor-mountain-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-2022.htm Fri, 29 Jul 2022 02:06:00 EST Effective Friday, July 29, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills, are banned in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and the area of North Cascades National Park located in Chelan County. This includes all National Park Service lands south and east of Cascade Pass, Park Creek Pass and Rainy Pass as well as the entire Stehekin Valley. Stoves or grills that are solely fueled by liquid petroleum fuels for the purpose of cooking are allowed in all locations. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/summer-repaving-project-affects-multiple-areas.htm Tue, 10 May 2022 04:30:00 EST Repaving parking lots, side roads, and campgrounds will cause temporary closures and delays at numerous locations at the Marblemount facilities and within North Cascades National Park Service Complex along State Route 20 and Cascade River Road. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/summer-repaving-project-affects-multiple-areas.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2022-helicopter-supported-wilderness-projects.htm Thu, 05 May 2022 03:56:00 EST Several projects with helicopter support will begin this season in the Stephen Mather Wilderness as snow levels recede. Time and distance of flights over and around wilderness will be minimized whenever possible. Flight dates are subject to change depending on weather and other safety factors. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2022-helicopter-supported-wilderness-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-backcountry-camp-modifications.htm Wed, 09 Mar 2022 04:03:00 EST The public is invited to comment on a preliminary proposal to relocate Graybeal Hiker and Stock camps along the Brush Creek Trail and construct additional backcountry camp accommodations for the Pacific Crest Trail. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-backcountry-camp-modifications.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting-2022.htm Tue, 01 Mar 2022 07:34:00 EST Two established climbing management areas are closed to all public use from March 1, 2022 to July 15, 2022 to protect peregrine falcon nesting aeries. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting-2022.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/backcountry-permits-available-online-through-recreation-gov.htm Tue, 25 Jan 2022 10:57:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex will offer online trip planning and reservations on Recreation.gov for the May 27 through September 30, 2022 peak hiking season. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/backcountry-permits-available-online-through-recreation-gov.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/don-striker-selected-as-superintendent-for-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm Tue, 21 Sep 2021 06:43:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) has selected Don Striker to serve as the superintendent of North Cascades NPS Complex starting in November. This position oversees North Cascades National Park and Ross Lake and Lake Chelan national recreation areas. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/don-striker-selected-as-superintendent-for-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfire-ban-lifted-for-olympic-and-north-cascades-national-parks-and-olympic-and-mt-baker-snoqualmie-national-forests.htm Thu, 16 Sep 2021 11:42:00 EST Interagency fire managers announce the campfire ban is lifted effective Thursday, September 16, on all lands and campgrounds within Olympic National Park, Olympic National Forest, North Cascades National Park Service Complex, and Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfire-ban-lifted-for-olympic-and-north-cascades-national-parks-and-olympic-and-mt-baker-snoqualmie-national-forests.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-and-moraine-lake-fires-update.htm Wed, 18 Aug 2021 07:29:00 EST Despite higher temperatures over the weekend, there was minimal fire activity on Bear Creek Fire. The most recent weather system brought cooler temperatures and 0.3 inches of rain Monday night with no increased fire behavior. Continued cool temperatures and additional moisture is forecasted for the fire area; significant moisture is not expected. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-and-moraine-lake-fires-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-fire-continues-to-burn-slowly-to-the-south.htm Thu, 12 Aug 2021 08:14:00 EST The Bear Creek Fire continues to burn slowly along the southern portion of the fire’s perimeter. The fire remains an estimated 1,000 acres. An increase in fire behavior could occur over the next few days due to hot and dry temperatures; cooler and wetter temperatures are predicted to return to the area early next week. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-fire-continues-to-burn-slowly-to-the-south.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-fire-seeking-information-person-of-interest.htm Thu, 05 Aug 2021 07:50:00 EST US Park Rangers are investigating the Bear Creek Fire burning in the Chilliwack drainage. Rangers are looking to speak with a hiker that reportedly accessed the Hannegan Pass Trailhead area on a bicycle (see attached photo) on or about July 26th, 2021. The hiker of interest has been described as a white male 30 to 35 years of age, 5’7” to 5’9” in height, short dark hair (balding) and a stubby beard. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-fire-seeking-information-person-of-interest.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/minimal-fire-behavior-on-bear-creek-fire.htm Wed, 04 Aug 2021 12:28:00 EST Minimal fire behavior with slow growth on the Bear Creek Fire was observed over the last few days. With improved smoke and weather conditions, air operations were successful on Tuesday to fly the perimeter of the Bear Creek Fire. The fire is estimated at 1,000 acres, an increase in acreage due to more accurate mapping information; the footprint of the fire has not grown significantly. Minimal fire behavior is expected to continue in the coming days as weather is predicted to bring cooler temperatures and additional moisture to the area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/minimal-fire-behavior-on-bear-creek-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed.htm Wed, 04 Aug 2021 09:25:00 EST Cascade River Road is now closed to all traffic, both foot and vehicle, at milepost 20, three miles before the trailhead. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-fire-update.htm Sun, 01 Aug 2021 08:47:00 EST The Bear Creek Fire received approximately .10 inches of rain overnight and is currently receiving additional moisture today. The fire is estimated at 150 acres. Acreage is expected to increase as more accurate mapping information becomes available. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-fire.htm Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:00:00 EST A large fire is active in the Chilliwack area in North Cascades National Park. The Bear Creek Fire was detected Friday morning and is about 100 acres and growing. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bear-creek-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2021.htm Thu, 15 Jul 2021 04:00:00 EST Effective Friday, July 16, 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 – North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds along State Route 20 as well as Hozomeen and the entire Stehekin Valley. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park2021.htm Thu, 01 Jul 2021 07:22:00 EST Effective Friday, July 2, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills, are banned in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and the area of North Cascades National Park located in Chelan County. This includes all National Park Service lands south and east of Cascade Pass, Park Creek Pass and Rainy Pass as well as the entire Stehekin Valley. Stoves or grills that are solely fueled by liquid petroleum fuels for the purpose of cooking are allowed in all locations. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park2021.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2021-stephen-mather-wilderness-projects-announced.htm Thu, 03 Jun 2021 05:55:00 EST Four projects are planned during the 2021 summer season in the Stephen Mather Wilderness. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2021-stephen-mather-wilderness-projects-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ublic-input-sought-on-establishment-of-the-spacewall-climbing-management-area.htm Wed, 26 May 2021 07:30:00 EST The public is invited to comment on a preliminary proposal to establish and open the Spacewall Climbing Management Area near the town of Newhalem in the Skagit Gorge.  https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ublic-input-sought-on-establishment-of-the-spacewall-climbing-management-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/first-wild-fishers-born-in-the-north-cascades.htm Mon, 17 May 2021 09:20:00 EST State and federal biologists have found the first wild fishers to be born in the North Cascades in perhaps half a century. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/first-wild-fishers-born-in-the-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-environmental-assessment-for-relocation-of-the-stehekin-valley-road-at-milepost-5-5.htm Mon, 15 Mar 2021 06:01:00 EST The public is invited to comment on an Environmental Assessment (EA) to reroute approximately 0.25 miles of the Stehekin Valley Road at milepost (MP) 5.5 in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. The purpose of this action is to sustainably maintain safe and reliable vehicle access on the Stehekin Valley Road by addressing the threat of river bank erosion below the road near MP 5.5. Maintaining this access is essential for local transportation needs and ensuring the health and safety of the local populace, National Park Service employees, and visitors. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-environmental-assessment-for-relocation-of-the-stehekin-valley-road-at-milepost-5-5.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2021-temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting.htm Mon, 22 Feb 2021 05:42:00 EST Established climbing management areas are closed to all public use from March 1, 2021 to July 15, 2021 to protect peregrine falcon nesting aeries. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2021-temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/outdoor-recreation-officials-caution-winter-recreationists-heading-to-the-cascades.htm Fri, 15 Jan 2021 02:26:00 EST National forests, national parks, state parks, Sno-Parks and ski resorts within Washington state have reached critical mass as an increasing number of outdoor recreationists, including those new to winter play, seek fun in the snow. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/outdoor-recreation-officials-caution-winter-recreationists-heading-to-the-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/search-for-missing-person.htm Tue, 13 Oct 2020 12:13:00 EST US Park Rangers of North Cascades National Park Service Complex are seeking tips from the public to aid the search for a missing man, Alexander Pisch. If you have information, please contact the National Park Service at 888-653-0009 or nps_isb@nps.gov. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/search-for-missing-person.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2020.htm Thu, 24 Sep 2020 07:14:00 EST Effective Friday, September 25, the burn ban on all lands within North Cascades National Park Service Complex is lifted. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds in Stehekin, along State Route 20 and the Ross Lake area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-2020.htm Fri, 07 Aug 2020 05:51:00 EST Effective Friday, August 7, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills, are banned in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and the area of North Cascades National Park located in Chelan County. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-opens-for-the-season-2020.htm Thu, 16 Jul 2020 05:11:00 EST The Cascade River Road is now open to all vehicles to its end at Cascade Pass Trailhead. The road has been closed for road repairs following storms, heavy rains, and flooding last winter. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-opens-for-the-season-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/red-bus-transportation-suspended-in-stehekin-valley-for-summer-2020.htm Wed, 08 Jul 2020 08:35:00 EST Services still available at North Cascades Lodge at Stehekin North Cascades Lodge at Stehekin in consultation with its National Park Service partners has decided to suspend transportation services due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This includes concessioner operated services for the Rainbow Falls Tour and hiker shuttle. Visitors can still enjoy the area by walking or finding alternate transportation up the Stehekin Valley Road. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/red-bus-transportation-suspended-in-stehekin-valley-for-summer-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stephen-mather-wilderness-projects-announced.htm Thu, 25 Jun 2020 04:51:00 EST Five projects are planned during the 2020 summer season in the Stephen Mather Wilderness to re-supply two remote fire lookout towers, remove and replace high alpine composting toilet systems, deliver supplies for trail / re-vegetation projects, deliver a large metal gate at a historic mine entrance, and remove steel beams from a washed out bridge. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stephen-mather-wilderness-projects-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-environmental-assessment-for-relocation-of-trail-and-camp-in-thunder-creek-area.htm Mon, 15 Jun 2020 10:07:00 EST The public is invited to comment on an Environmental Assessment (EA) to repair and reroute a portion of the lower Thunder Creek Trail, relocate a hiker camp, and create an administrative camp along the trail within the Stephen Mather Wilderness. The purpose of this action is to minimize the impacts of hiker and stock use along the trail, thereby preserving the character of the designated wilderness. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-environmental-assessment-for-relocation-of-trail-and-camp-in-thunder-creek-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-increases-recreational-access-to-more-areas.htm Wed, 10 Jun 2020 09:20:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local public health authorities, North Cascades National Park Service Complex is increasing recreational access for overnight use (day use reopened during previous phase). The National Park Service (NPS) is working with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased approach to increase access on a park-by-park basis. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-increases-recreational-access-to-more-areas.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-nps-complex-begins-to-increase-recreational-access-to-day-use-areas.htm Thu, 28 May 2020 07:19:00 EST Following guidance from the White House, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local public health authorities, and in conjunction with the Washington State Department of Transportation reopening of State Route 20, North Cascades National Park Service Complex is increasing recreational access for day use. The National Park Service (NPS) is working Servicewide with federal, state, and local public health authorities to closely monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and using a phased approach to increase access on a park-by-park basis. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-nps-complex-begins-to-increase-recreational-access-to-day-use-areas.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-relocation-of-trail-and-camp-in-thunder-creek-area.htm Fri, 03 Apr 2020 04:02:00 EST The public is invited to comment on a preliminary proposal for repair and reroute of a portion of the lower Thunder Creek Trail, relocation of a hiker camp, and creation of an administrative camp along the trail. The entire project is proposed within the Stephen Mather Wilderness. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-input-sought-on-relocation-of-trail-and-camp-in-thunder-creek-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-modifies-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm Thu, 02 Apr 2020 04:15:00 EST Effective April 3, 2020, North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area will be closed to all park visitors until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-modifies-operations-to-implement-local-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-modifies-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm Tue, 24 Mar 2020 07:13:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex, in response to the Stay Home, Stay Safe Proclamation and Proclamation 20-14 Reduction of Statewide Limits on Gatherings issued by the Governor of the State of Washington, is announcing additional modifications to operations to support federal, state, and local efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-modifies-operations-to-implement-latest-health-guidance.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting-2020.htm Wed, 11 Mar 2020 03:50:00 EST The established climbing management areas identified below are closed to all public use from March 1, 2020 to July 15, 2020 to protect peregrine falcon nesting aeries. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting-2020.htm https://www.nps.gov/mora/learn/news/fisher-reintroduction-goals-met-with-release-of-four-fishers-at-mount-rainier-national-park.htm Fri, 10 Jan 2020 10:54:00 EST State, non-profit and federal biologists released four fishers today in the Nisqually River watershed of Mount Rainier National Park. Overall, the partnership led by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW), the National Park Service (NPS), and Conservation Northwest has now met their goal of releasing more than 250 fishers in the Cascade Range and Olympic Peninsula, completing the final phase of a reintroduction program that began in 2008. https://www.nps.gov/mora/learn/news/fisher-reintroduction-goals-met-with-release-of-four-fishers-at-mount-rainier-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-for-repairs.htm Fri, 27 Sep 2019 04:16:00 EST Cascade River Road will close to all traffic at milepost 18, five miles before the trailhead, Monday, October 7-18. Cascade River Road sustained a considerable amount of damage following storms, heavy rains and flooding around the 2017 Thanksgiving holiday. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-for-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-overlook-closure-for-construction-debris-removal.htm Mon, 23 Sep 2019 04:38:00 EST Diablo Lake Overlook will close to all visitors and traffic October 7-11 while crews transport construction debris via helicopter from campsites along Ross Lake. There will be a partial closure at the overlook on October 1-6, with visitor access and traffic limited in some areas of the overlook, while crews stage equipment. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-overlook-closure-for-construction-debris-removal.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/missing-hiker-found.htm Wed, 18 Sep 2019 12:06:00 EST A 21 year old woman was found Monday after being reported missing on Saturday evening from Hidden Meadows Camp on the east side of North Cascades National Park, approximately 9 miles from State Route 20. She was found uninjured about ½ mile from camp. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/missing-hiker-found.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-invited-to-meeting-on-north-cascades-grizzly-bear-restoration-plan.htm Wed, 11 Sep 2019 07:13:00 EST Sedro-Woolley, Wash. – The National Park Service (NPS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) are hosting a public meeting on the Draft North Cascades Ecosystem Grizzly Bear Restoration Plan/Environmental Impact Statement (Draft EIS). https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-invited-to-meeting-on-north-cascades-grizzly-bear-restoration-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/comment-period-reopened-on-draft-north-cascades-grizzly-bear-restoration-plan-environmental-impact-statement.htm Thu, 25 Jul 2019 08:16:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) are reopening the public comment period on the Draft North Cascades Grizzly Bear Restoration Plan/Environmental Impact Statement (Draft EIS) for 90 days, through October 24, 2019. The public is invited to view the Draft EIS online at http://parkplanning.nps.gov/grizzlydeis. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/comment-period-reopened-on-draft-north-cascades-grizzly-bear-restoration-plan-environmental-impact-statement.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/first-fire-of-2019-season.htm Thu, 27 Jun 2019 06:24:00 EST A less-than-one acre fire is active above Pyramid Lake in North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Smoke from the lightning-caused Pyramid Fire was detected Wednesday evening and is visible from State Route 20 and Diablo Lake Overlook. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/first-fire-of-2019-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/missing-seven-year-old-found.htm Mon, 27 May 2019 06:33:00 EST Gwynn Dilstrom, age 7, was found uninjured on Sunday at approximately 5:00 pm after spending nearly 24 hours alone in the woods of Ross Lake National Recreation Area in the North Cascades. She had been playing in the Lower Goodell Campground when her parents realized she had wandered off. They immediately began to search for her and contacted park rangers. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/missing-seven-year-old-found.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/wilderness-information-center-change-in-hours.htm Mon, 13 May 2019 07:34:00 EST Effective May 24th, the Wilderness Information Center (WIC) in Marblemount will change hours of operations. Due to budgetary constraints the WIC will now be open 7 am-4pm daily through the summer season. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/wilderness-information-center-change-in-hours.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-opens-for-the-season-2019.htm Thu, 09 May 2019 03:00:00 EST The Cascade River Road is now open to all vehicles to its end at Cascade Pass Trailhead. The road has been closed for the winter at the National Park boundary, five miles below the Cascade Pass Trailhead. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-opens-for-the-season-2019.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/recreation-opportunities-on-ross-lake-impacted-by-low-water-levels.htm Fri, 03 May 2019 09:04:00 EST Due to a decline in snow pack and rainfall in the Skagit basin, Seattle City Light is predicting water levels in the Ross reservoir at the utility’s Skagit Hydroelectric Project will be significantly lower than normal during the upcoming summer months. Ross reservoir and the surrounding Ross Lake National Recreation Area, administered by the National Park Service, will be open to visitors. However, the lower level of the reservoir will impact the availability of some visitor facilities, services, and recreational opportunities. Lake levels and recreation on Diablo and Gorge Lakes should not be impacted. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/recreation-opportunities-on-ross-lake-impacted-by-low-water-levels.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-overlook-closure-for-vault-toilet-replacement.htm Wed, 03 Apr 2019 06:41:00 EST Diablo Lake Overlook will close to all visitors and traffic May 20-22 while crews transport materials via helicopter to campsites along Ross Lake. There will be a partial closure at the overlook on May 17-19, with visitor access and traffic limited in some areas of the overlook, while crews stage equipment. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-overlook-closure-for-vault-toilet-replacement.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting.htm Thu, 28 Feb 2019 04:08:00 EST The established climbing management areas identified below are closed to all public use from March 1, 2019 to July 15, 2019 to protect peregrine falcon nesting aeries. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closures-for-peregrine-nesting.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-new-tour-dock-project-ea-withdrawn.htm Wed, 30 Jan 2019 09:04:00 EST On July 30, 2018, North Cascades National Park Service Complex released for public comment an environmental assessment (EA) examining the potential impacts associated with the proposal for a new tour dock on Diablo Lake in Ross Lake National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-new-tour-dock-project-ea-withdrawn.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-at-milepost-18.htm Tue, 23 Oct 2018 04:24:00 EST Cascade River Road will close to all traffic at milepost 18, five miles before the trailhead, beginning Thursday, October 25, 2018. Cascade River Road sustained a considerable amount of damage following storms, heavy rains and flooding around the 2017 Thanksgiving holiday. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-at-milepost-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trails-and-camps-open-after-crescent-mountain-fire.htm Fri, 05 Oct 2018 09:31:00 EST Effective immediately, trails, camps, and cross-country zones are open in the North Cascades National Park Service Complex after the Crescent Mountain Fire closure. The Crescent Mountain Fire started 21 miles west of Twisp on July 29, 2018. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trails-and-camps-open-after-crescent-mountain-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2018.htm Fri, 28 Sep 2018 03:14:00 EST Effective Monday, October 1, the burn ban on all lands within North Cascades National Park Service Complex is lifted. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds in Stehekin, along State Route 20 and the Ross Lake area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-skagit-and-whatcom-counties-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2018.htm Thu, 13 Sep 2018 08:12:00 EST Effective immediately, the burn ban on lands in Skagit and Whatcom counties within North Cascades National Park Service Complex is lifted. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds along State Route 20, the Ross Lake area, west of Rainy Pass, and north of Park Creek Pass and Cascade Pass. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-skagit-and-whatcom-counties-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/update-five-fires-located-in-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm Sat, 18 Aug 2018 08:01:00 EST Five lightning ignited fires are burning or being monitored in North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Four fires are located in the North Unit of the Park Complex, and one in the Flat Creek drainage. In addition, a fire in British Columbia, Canada has closed vehicle access to Hozomeen as of Thursday, August 9, until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/update-five-fires-located-in-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trail-closures-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area.htm Sat, 18 Aug 2018 07:31:00 EST Due to the Crescent Mountain Fire, the following closures are in effect immediately: South Pass Trail – The entire trail from McAlester Pass to South Pass/Forest Service boundary. Boulder Creek Trail – The entire trail from the junction with Rainbow Loop Trail to War Creek Pass. Purple Creek Trail – From Imus Trail Junction to War Creek Pass, including the Boulder Butte spur. Summit Trail – The entire trail from Purple Pass to the Forest Service boundary. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trail-closures-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/music-in-the-american-wild-2018.htm Mon, 13 Aug 2018 04:58:00 EST Music in the American Wild will provide free, family-friendly activities and performances as a part of the North Cascades National Park Service Complex 50th anniversary celebrations August 21-25. Imagine hearing the sounds of classical music echoing across the Cascade Mountains as an ensemble of seven musicians brings a musical experience to the trails of the North Cascades. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/music-in-the-american-wild-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/four-fires-burning-in-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-no-vehicle-access-to-hozomeen.htm Fri, 10 Aug 2018 08:23:00 EST Four lightning ignited fires are burning in North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Three fires are located in the North Unit of the Park Complex, and one in the Flat Creek drainage. In addition, a fire in British Columbia, Canada will close vehicle access to Hozomeen as of Thursday, August 9, until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/four-fires-burning-in-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-no-vehicle-access-to-hozomeen.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/climbing-accident-and-recovery-on-forbidden-peak.htm Tue, 07 Aug 2018 11:26:00 EST At approximately 4:15 pm on August 4, 2018, North Cascades National Park Service Complex dispatch received a report from the International Emergency Response and Coordination Center (IERCC) by emergency personal locator beacon (PLB) for assistance with a climber fall in the Forbidden Peak area. Eric Lindblom, a 60 year-old man from Cashmere, WA was climbing unroped on wet rock slabs above the upper bivy site when he slipped, taking an approximate 100 foot fall. Lindblom was climbing with a group of three other climbers. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/climbing-accident-and-recovery-on-forbidden-peak.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2018.htm Tue, 31 Jul 2018 10:08:00 EST Effective Wednesday, August 1, 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 – North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds along State Route 20 as well as Hozomeen and the entire Stehekin Valley. Stoves or grills that are solely fueled by liquid petroleum fuels are allowed in all locations. The burn ban complements similar restrictions in the adjacent Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and British Columbia, Canada. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-diablo-lake-tour-dock-project.htm Mon, 30 Jul 2018 08:55:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking comments on a proposal from Seattle City Light (City Light) to build a new dock for tour boat operations on Diablo Lake in Ross Lake National Recreation Area (Ross Lake NRA). The environmental impacts of the proposed project have been analyzed through an Environmental Assessment (EA) to help determine whether the NPS should authorize City Light to carry out the proposed action on NPS land. The NPS will select an action that best achieves the purpose and need of this project while minimizing and mitigating impacts on the resources and values of the Ross Lake NRA. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-on-diablo-lake-tour-dock-project.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-2018.htm Wed, 25 Jul 2018 08:46:00 EST Effective Friday, July 27, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills, are banned in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and the area of North Cascades National Park located in Chelan County. This includes all National Park Service lands south and east of Cascade Pass, Park Creek Pass and Rainy Pass as well as the entire Stehekin Valley. Stoves or grills that are solely fueled by liquid petroleum fuels are allowed in all locations. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-opens-for-the-season-2018.htm Tue, 24 Jul 2018 08:32:00 EST The Cascade River Road is now open to all vehicles to its end at Cascade Pass Trailhead. The road has been closed for road repairs following storms, heavy rains, and flooding last winter. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-opens-for-the-season-2018.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-at-milepost-20.htm Tue, 10 Jul 2018 08:37:00 EST Cascade River Road remains closed at milepost 20, three miles before the Cascade Pass trailhead. Cascade River Road sustained a considerable amount of damage following the storms, heavy rains and flooding last winter. Crews are working to stabilize and repair the road and clear the debris, which will take a minimum of 2-3 weeks. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-at-milepost-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/reduced-services-at-weaver-point-campground.htm Wed, 23 May 2018 10:09:00 EST Throughout the 2018 boating season, potable water and flush toilets will not be available at Weaver Point Campground in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. Outhouses will be open for use at the campground. Winter storms knocked down poles and damaged the Chelan PUD lines which provide power to the area. The water system depends on electricity to run the pumps. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/reduced-services-at-weaver-point-campground.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-september-2017.htm Tue, 26 Sep 2017 11:34:00 EST Effective immediately, the burn ban on all lands within North Cascades National Park Service Complex is lifted. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds in Stehekin, along State Route 20 and the Ross Lake area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-september-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-skagit-and-whatcom-counties-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-september-2017.htm Thu, 21 Sep 2017 13:30:00 EST Effective immediately, the burn ban on lands in Skagit and Whatcom counties within North Cascades National Park Service Complex is lifted. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds along State Route 20, the Ross Lake area, west of Rainy Pass, and north of Park Creek Pass and Cascade Pass. The burn ban remains in effect for Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and the area of North Cascades National Park located in Chelan County, which includes campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills. This comprises all National Park Service lands south and east of Cascade Pass, Park Creek Pass and Rainy Pass as well as the entire Stehekin Valley. Stoves or grills that are solely fueled by liquid petroleum fuels are allowed in all locations. The burn ban lift compliments similar burn ban lifts in Skagit and Whatcom counties. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-skagit-and-whatcom-counties-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-september-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/skagit-river-bridge-to-north-cascades-visitor-center-closure.htm Fri, 01 Sep 2017 11:57:00 EST The one-lane bridge over the Skagit River to the North Cascades Visitor Center and Newhalem campground will be closed for maintenance beginning Monday, September 18, 2017. The week-long project includes resurfacing the bridge deck as well rock stabilization on the bridge approach. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/skagit-river-bridge-to-north-cascades-visitor-center-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-drawdown.htm Fri, 01 Sep 2017 11:43:00 EST Low lake levels on Diablo Lake in Ross Lake National Recreation Area will limit accessibility for boaters after the Labor Day weekend. Seattle City Light will begin drawing down Diablo Lake on September 5, 2017, ultimately lowering the lake to approximately 1193 feet, about 9 feet below normal operating conditions, by the end of the day September 7, 2017. Lake levels will begin to rise on September 16, returning to normal conditions by September 18, 2017. Low lake levels during this time will make the boat ramps at Diablo Lake and Colonial Creek Campground inaccessible to motorboats. Paddlecraft users will have difficulty launching and will likely need to walk through mud flats to reach the water. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-drawdown.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-park.htm Thu, 31 Aug 2017 11:20:00 EST Effective Friday, September 1, 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 – North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds along State Route 20 as well as Hozomeen and the entire Stehekin Valley. Stoves or grills that are solely fueled by liquid petroleum fuels are allowed in all locations. The burn ban complements similar restrictions in the adjacent Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and British Columbia, Canada. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trails-and-camps-open-after-thunder-junction-fire.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2017 10:45:00 EST Effective immediately, all trails and camps are open in the North Cascades National Park Service Complex after the Thunder Junction Fire. The 3.3 acre fire is contained and the cause remains under investigation. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trails-and-camps-open-after-thunder-junction-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-2017-prescribed-fire-burn-notice.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2017 07:01:00 EST Lake Chelan National Recreation Area may implement as many as three prescribed fires in the Stehekin Valley during the fall of 2017. Depending on conditions, these may begin as early as September 1. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-2017-prescribed-fire-burn-notice.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/thunder-junction-fire.htm Fri, 25 Aug 2017 12:52:00 EST A small fire is active along the Thunder Creek Trail approximately 10 miles from Colonial Creek Campground near Junction Camp in North Cascades National Park. The Thunder Junction Fire was detected Thursday evening and grew to about 2.5 acres as of Friday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/thunder-junction-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/climbers-body-recovered.htm Mon, 14 Aug 2017 07:28:00 EST On Saturday, August 12, 2017, the body of Susan Bennett, a 61-year old climber from Bellingham who died on July 22, 2017 while descending the West Ridge of Forbidden Peak, was recovered by search and rescue personnel from North Cascades and Mount Rainier National Parks. Her body was located in a crevasse on the Forbidden Glacier, which required technical teams to recover. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/climbers-body-recovered.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-august-2017.htm Mon, 31 Jul 2017 03:44:00 EST Effective Monday, July 31, campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans, and barbeque grills, are banned in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and the area of North Cascades National Park located in Chelan County. This includes all National Park Service lands south and east of Cascade Pass, Park Creek Pass and Rainy Pass as well as the entire Stehekin Valley. Stoves or grills that are solely fueled by liquid petroleum fuels are allowed in all locations. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-and-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-august-2017.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tourism-to-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-creates-economic-benefits.htm Fri, 21 Apr 2017 10:30:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 979,578 visitors to North Cascades National Park Service Complex in 2016 spent $44,208,300 in communities near the park. That spending supported 544 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $53,918,700. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tourism-to-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-creates-economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-drew-nearly-980000-visits-in-2016.htm Wed, 15 Mar 2017 06:16:00 EST Lake Chelan National Recreation Area recorded 45,514, North Cascades National Park 28,646 and Ross Lake National Recreation Area 905,418 visitors with a combined total of 979,578 visits in 2016, the National Park Service’s centennial year. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-drew-nearly-980000-visits-in-2016.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/comment-period-extended-on-proposed-alternatives-for-north-cascades-grizzly-restoration.htm Mon, 13 Mar 2017 05:14:00 EST The National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will extend the public comment period regarding the proposed alternatives for the restoration of grizzly bears to the North Cascades Ecosystem by 45 days, through April 28, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/comment-period-extended-on-proposed-alternatives-for-north-cascades-grizzly-restoration.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/state-route-20-closure-due-to-avalanche.htm Sun, 12 Mar 2017 06:11:00 EST An avalanche occurred in the early morning hours on Friday March 10, 2017 in the gorge east of Newhalem, WA. The avalanche completely obstructed State Route 20 at approximately milepost 122.5, immediately east of the first tunnel. No one was injured in the avalanche. Area avalanche conditions were rated by the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) as High at the time. Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) announced on Friday they would not clear the debris based on avalanche danger in the Gorge, and the situation would be reassessed on Monday, March 13, 2017. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/state-route-20-closure-due-to-avalanche.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/backcountry-permit-reservation-system.htm Fri, 10 Feb 2017 04:17:00 EST A pilot program for backcountry permit reservations will begin March 15, 2017 for popular backcountry areas within North Cascades National Park Service Complex. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/backcountry-permit-reservation-system.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/media-advisory-additional-information-on-upcoming-open-houses-on-proposed-alternatives-for-north-cascades-grizzly-restoration.htm Wed, 08 Feb 2017 04:21:00 EST The National Park Service and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service invite the public to participate in a series of informational open houses regarding the proposed alternatives for the restoration of grizzly bears to the North Cascades Ecosystem. The alternatives are described in the draft Grizzly Bear Restoration Plan/Environmental Impact Statement (draft EIS), released by the two agencies on January 13, 2017. The meetings are one part of the public’s opportunity to comment on the draft EIS. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/media-advisory-additional-information-on-upcoming-open-houses-on-proposed-alternatives-for-north-cascades-grizzly-restoration.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-invited-to-open-houses-on-proposed-alternatives-for-grizzly-bear-restoration-in-north-cascades-ecosystem.htm Thu, 12 Jan 2017 03:09:00 EST The National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) invite the public to participate in a series of informational open houses regarding the proposed alternatives for the restoration of grizzly bears to the North Cascades Ecosystem. The alternatives are described in the draft Grizzly Bear Restoration Plan/Environmental Impact Statement (draft EIS), released today by the two agencies. The meetings are one part of the public’s opportunity to comment on the draft EIS. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-invited-to-open-houses-on-proposed-alternatives-for-grizzly-bear-restoration-in-north-cascades-ecosystem.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closes-at-eldorado-for-winter-season.htm Thu, 27 Oct 2016 04:53:00 EST The Cascade River Road will close at the Eldorado gate (mile marker 20) on Monday, October 31, 2016. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closes-at-eldorado-for-winter-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-2016-prescribed-fire-burn-notice.htm Fri, 02 Sep 2016 10:27:00 EST Lake Chelan National Recreation Area may implement as many as three prescribed fires in the Stehekin Valley during the fall of 2016. Depending on conditions these may begin as early as September 7. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-2016-prescribed-fire-burn-notice.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/music-in-the-american-wild.htm Mon, 25 Jul 2016 05:31:00 EST Music in the American Wild will provide five free performances as a part of the National Park Service Centennial year celebrations on August 7, 8, and 10. Imagine hearing the sounds of classical music echoing across the Cascade Mountains as an ensemble of seven musicians perform newly composed works inspired by majestic national park locations throughout the country. Music in the American Wild performances include: https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/music-in-the-american-wild.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/non-native-fish-species-management-at-mcalester-lake.htm Tue, 05 Jul 2016 09:48:00 EST In an effort to protect native cutthroat trout from hybridization and competition with non-native fish, North Cascades National Park Service Complex (NOCA) will conduct intensive fish and habitat surveys to determine the best options for the removal of non-native rainbow and rainbow/cutthroat hybrid trout from McAlester Lake. These surveys are scheduled to begin this August. Following the surveys and for the next two years, the park will deploy gillnets in the lake on a monthly basis from July through October. Throughout all of these activities, McAlester Lake will remain open for recreation. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/non-native-fish-species-management-at-mcalester-lake.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-opens-for-the-season.htm Wed, 22 Jun 2016 09:12:00 EST The Cascade River Road is now open to all vehicles to its end at Cascade Pass Trailhead. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-opens-for-the-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trails-and-areas-open-after-2015-fire-season.htm Fri, 27 May 2016 11:25:00 EST Park officials will reopen ten trails and areas within North Cascades National Park Service Complex on Friday, May 27, 2016. Other trails and areas will remain closed due to safety hazards in burned areas. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trails-and-areas-open-after-2015-fire-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/citizen-scientists-needed-on-quest-to-discover-living-organisms.htm Mon, 16 May 2016 10:58:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex will host a Centennial BioBlitz - a treasure hunt to discover living organisms – May 20 and 21, 2016 as part of the year-long celebration of 100 years of the National Park Service. Park rangers and scientists will lead volunteers of all ages and backgrounds as citizen scientists for a day to develop a “snapshot” of biodiversity in the park and count and identify plant and animal species using the iNaturalist app, cameras, and field guides. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/citizen-scientists-needed-on-quest-to-discover-living-organisms.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/economic-benefit-2015.htm Fri, 22 Apr 2016 08:33:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 825,441 visitors to North Cascades National Park Service Complex, which includes Lake Chelan NRA, North Cascades National Park, and Ross Lake NRA, in 2015, spent $36,351,300 in communities near the parks. That spending supported 448 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $44,098,600. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/economic-benefit-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/construction-begins-on-cascade-river-road-in-april.htm Fri, 04 Mar 2016 02:25:00 EST Cascade River Road will be closed to all vehicle and foot traffic from April 3 through May 13 during construction on Hard Creek Bridge. Drivers may experience up to 20 minute delays from May 14 to May 25, 2016. The road closure will begin at the Lookout Mountain Trail parking area near milepost 7 and will affect hikers and climbers approaching the area from either the east or west side. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/construction-begins-on-cascade-river-road-in-april.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/Howard-Lake-and-Howard-Creek-Renamed-in-Lake-Chelan-National-Recreation-Area.htm Thu, 12 Nov 2015 03:50:00 EST The United States Board on Geographic Names, acting on a recommendation from the National Park Service, voted unanimously today to rename two features in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area from Coon Lake and Coon Creek to Howard Lake and Howard Creek. The action came after the National Park Service reexamined the historic record and uncovered previously overlooked evidence that placed a Nineteenth Century African American prospector at the lake. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/Howard-Lake-and-Howard-Creek-Renamed-in-Lake-Chelan-National-Recreation-Area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm Fri, 25 Sep 2015 09:19:00 EST Effective immediately, the burn ban on all lands within North Cascades National Park Service Complex is lifted. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds in Stehekin, along State Route 20 and the Ross Lake area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-all-areas-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fonsi-issued-for-the-replacement-of-administrative-facilities-at-stehekin.htm Thu, 24 Sep 2015 03:47:00 EST The Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Replacement of Administrative Facilities at Stehekin Environmental Assessment (EA) is available at https://parkplanning.nps.gov/SMFRP. The FONSI describes the selected action and provides responses to public comments and an explanation of why it will have no significant impacts on the environment. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fonsi-issued-for-the-replacement-of-administrative-facilities-at-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm Mon, 21 Sep 2015 09:32:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex invites all 4th grade students to visit the park as part of the White House’s new Every Kid in a Park program. Starting September 1, 4th grade students can now go to www.everykidinapark.gov to complete an activity and obtain a free annual entry pass to more than 2,000 federal recreation areas, including national parks. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/every-kid-in-a-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-workshop-on-solid-waste-disposal-for-stehekin.htm Tue, 08 Sep 2015 07:39:00 EST The public is invited to participate in a series of public workshop meetings to discuss both the proposed rule to authorize a solid waste transfer station within the boundaries of Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and the reduced rate proposal for solid waste management service. The meetings previously scheduled in September were postponed due to fire activity in Eastern Washington. Public meetings will begin with a 30-minute presentation with a question and answer period, followed by a workshop of small breakout groups to discuss various elements of the proposed solid waste management service. The public comment period for this proposed rule is open until October 13, 2015. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-workshop-on-solid-waste-disposal-for-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trail-and-area-closures-in-effect.htm Thu, 03 Sep 2015 07:31:00 EST The North Cascades Visitor Center and most trails on the west side of North Cascades National Park Service Complex are now open. Rain and higher humidity have reduced the amount of fire activity throughout the park. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/trail-and-area-closures-in-effect.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-skagit-and-whatcom-counties-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm Wed, 02 Sep 2015 12:13:00 EST Effective immediately, the burn ban on lands in Skagit and Whatcom counties within North Cascades National Park Service Complex is lifted. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds along State Route 20, the Ross Lake area, west of Rainy Pass, and north of Park Creek Pass and Cascade Pass. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/burn-ban-lifted-in-skagit-and-whatcom-counties-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/sr-20-tentatively-set-to-open-sunday-august-30.htm Fri, 28 Aug 2015 14:10:00 EST Coordinated evaluations by officials with Great Basin Incident Management Team 4, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), and National Park Service (NPS) have determined State Route 20, the North Cascades Highway, may open as soon as Sunday, Aug. 30. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/sr-20-tentatively-set-to-open-sunday-august-30.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-at-mp-20-september-8-2015.htm Wed, 26 Aug 2015 08:08:00 EST Cascade River Road will be closed to all vehicle and foot traffic from September 8 through late October 2015. The road closure will begin at the Eldorado parking area near milepost 20 and will affect hikers and climbers approaching the area from either the east or west side. Eldorado Peak and other peaks accessed via Eldorado Creek will not be affected by the road closure. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-at-mp-20-september-8-2015.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-pass-trail-and-camp-closures-in-effect.htm Wed, 26 Aug 2015 07:48:00 EST Park officials have closed a portion of the Cascade Pass Trail from the junction with the Sahale Arm Trail to the junction of the Upper Stehekin Valley Trail and the Flat Creek Trail due to the Glory Fire. Pelton Basin, Basin Creek and Cottonwood camps are closed as well as the Horseshoe Basin Trail. The Trapper Lake area is also closed. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-pass-trail-and-camp-closures-in-effect.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/firefighters-continue-to-work-on-goodell-fire.htm Fri, 21 Aug 2015 07:30:00 EST Firefighters continue work to protect the community of Newhalem and National Park Service facilities and infrastructures and manage the wildfire as it moves in the park. Following significant fire activity on Wednesday, yesterday’s activity was minimal. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/firefighters-continue-to-work-on-goodell-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/goodell-fire-state-route-20-closure-and-evacuation.htm Wed, 19 Aug 2015 13:10:00 EST Goodell Fire burned down to and crossed State Route 20 this afternoon causing a rockslide. The Department of Transportation has closed the highway while firefighters and helicopters work to slow the fire’s spread, remove the debris and make the popular scenic route safe for travelers again. The North Cascades Visitor Center, the Upper and Lower Goodell group camps, and Newhalem Creek Campground are closed due to the fire and concern for visitor safety. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/goodell-fire-state-route-20-closure-and-evacuation.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/goodell-fire-campground-closures-in-effect.htm Wed, 19 Aug 2015 06:28:00 EST Park officials have closed the Upper and Lower Goodell group camps and Newhalem Creek Campground due to the close proximity of the Goodell Fire, which is burning near the town of Newhalem. The North Cascades Visitor Center remains open. Additional closures may occur as fire activity changes. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/goodell-fire-campground-closures-in-effect.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rocky-beaver-fire-trail-and-camp-closures-in-effect.htm Fri, 14 Aug 2015 05:06:00 EST Park officials have closed a portion of the Little Beaver Trail from Little Beaver Boat Camp to the junction of Big Beaver Trail due to the Rocky Beaver Fire. Perry Creek Camp is closed; Little Beaver Boat Camp remains open. Backcountry travelers can access Whatcom Pass from the east via the Big Beaver Trail and the portion of the Little Beaver Trail west of the junction with the Big Beaver Trail. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rocky-beaver-fire-trail-and-camp-closures-in-effect.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-open-for-business.htm Wed, 12 Aug 2015 12:36:00 EST The Stehekin community in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area is open of business. The nearby Wolverine wildfire and smoke have subsided and all services are open. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-open-for-business.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/climber-dies-near-fisher-peak.htm Tue, 11 Aug 2015 12:32:00 EST A 46-year old male from Bellingham, WA was killed by rock fall on Sunday, August 9, 2015 in the Fisher Peak area near Easy Pass in North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Other members of his group responded immediately to provide first aid and initiated CPR shortly thereafter. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/climber-dies-near-fisher-peak.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/park-creek-trail-closed-due-to-goode-fire.htm Thu, 30 Jul 2015 09:23:00 EST Lightning likely started a fire approximately 1,000 feet above Five Mile Camp near Goode Mountain in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. The Goode Fire was detected Wednesday and was estimated to be approximately 2 acres in size. Fire access is difficult due to high cliffs and steep terrain. With continued high temperatures and dry weather, firefighters will monitor the situation and call in additional resources as needed. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/park-creek-trail-closed-due-to-goode-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area.htm Fri, 10 Jul 2015 03:42:00 EST Effective Friday, July 10, 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 – North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfires-banned-in-all-portions-of-north-cascades-national-park-ross-lake-national-recreation-area-and-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/construction-begins-on-cascade-river-road-in-august.htm Tue, 23 Jun 2015 11:50:00 EST Drivers may experience up to 20 minute delays from August 23 to September 7, 2015, as construction begins on the last three miles of the Cascade River Road. The road will be closed to all vehicle and foot traffic from September 8 through late October 2015. The road closure will begin at the Eldorado parking area near milepost 20 and will affect hikers and climbers approaching the area from either the east or west side. Eldorado Peak and other peaks accessed via Eldorado Creek will not be affected. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/construction-begins-on-cascade-river-road-in-august.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/significant-progress-made-on-suppression-of-thunder-creek-fire.htm Fri, 12 Jun 2015 06:20:00 EST Firefighters have been working hard throughout the week slowing the Thunder Creek fire located within the North Cascades National Park Service Complex. The fire is 40% contained and remains at 103 acres. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/significant-progress-made-on-suppression-of-thunder-creek-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/firefighters-progress-on-thunder-creek-fire.htm Sun, 07 Jun 2015 05:30:00 EST Firefighters continue to work the lightning-caused Thunder Creek Fire within North Cascades National Park Service Complex, now at about 30% contained. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/firefighters-progress-on-thunder-creek-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/smokejumpers-added-to-thunder-creek-fire-crew.htm Fri, 05 Jun 2015 06:40:00 EST Nineteen wildland firefighters continue suppression efforts on the edges of the Thunder Creek Fire in North Cascades National Park Service Complex. Ten North Cascades smokejumpers parachuted in yesterday to work beside the Whiskeytown Fire Module firefighters. The crews, who are camping near the remote fire, are being supplied and supported by helicopter. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/smokejumpers-added-to-thunder-creek-fire-crew.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/active-suppression-of-thunder-creek-fire-begins.htm Thu, 04 Jun 2015 07:34:00 EST Firefighters began active suppression of the Thunder Creek Fire in North Cascades National Park Service Complex. North Cascades smokejumpers are expected to parachute into the area today to work beside the Whiskeytown Fire Module firefighters who hiked in yesterday. The crews plan on helicopter support, including slinging in sprinklers, pumps and hoses to help protect historic cabins in the area. Air support will be weather dependent. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/active-suppression-of-thunder-creek-fire-begins.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/roy-zipp-selected-as-operations-manager-for-ebeys-landing-national-historical-reserve.htm Wed, 03 Jun 2015 02:39:00 EST Roy Zipp has been selected as the new Operations Manager for Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, located on Whidbey Island in Puget Sound. He replaces Craig Holmquist, who retired in December 2014. He begins his new assignment immediately. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/roy-zipp-selected-as-operations-manager-for-ebeys-landing-national-historical-reserve.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/thunder-creek-fire.htm Tue, 02 Jun 2015 03:45:00 EST Lightning started a fire approximately eight miles up the Thunder Creek drainage from the Colonial Creek campground in North Cascades National Park. The Thunder Creek Fire was detected Saturday evening and grew to about 15 acres as of Sunday afternoon. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/thunder-creek-fire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pierce-mountain-fire-update.htm Sun, 24 May 2015 05:04:00 EST Two firefighters rappelled from a helicopter on Saturday afternoon to begin work on the lighting-caused Pierce Mountain Fire, which remains under one acre in size; low clouds prevented an earlier start. The fire has burned trees, downed logs, and vegetation at about 3,400’ elevation in rock cliffs. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pierce-mountain-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/first-fire-of-the-2015-season.htm Fri, 22 May 2015 12:22:00 EST A less-than-one acre fire is active high above Ross Lake in North Cascades National Park Service Complex at nearly 4000 feet elevation. Smoke from the Pierce Mountain Fire was reported yesterday by drivers along Highway 20. “The lightning-caused fire started yesterday afternoon in extremely steep terrain,” said Dee Townsend, NPS Fire Management Officer. Low snow pack, high temperatures, and drought conditions contribute to an early fire season. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/first-fire-of-the-2015-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campground-fees-increase.htm Fri, 22 May 2015 10:46:00 EST Colonial Creek, Newhalem, and Goodell campgrounds will see a fee increase to $16.00 per night beginning Saturday, May 23, 2015. North Cascades National Park Service Complex manages five vehicle access campgrounds with 365 sites and 300 wilderness and backcountry (near the lakes) camps. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campground-fees-increase.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/low-lake-levels-on-diablo-lake.htm Mon, 11 May 2015 04:36:00 EST Diablo Lake will be drawn down as low as 1192 feet above sea level or 10 feet below normal operating conditions to accommodate necessary maintenance by Seattle City Light of the Ross Dam barge landing and ferry facilities. Low lake levels will occur May 12 through June 15, and again September 15 through October 31, 2015. During these times, Diablo Lake and the Colonial Creek Campground boat ramp will be inaccessible to motorboats and it will be difficult for paddlecraft to launch. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/low-lake-levels-on-diablo-lake.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/economic-benefits.htm Mon, 27 Apr 2015 10:14:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 769,837 visitors to North Cascades National Park Service Complex, which includes Lake Chelan NRA, North Cascades National Park, and Ross Lake NRA, in 2014, spent $33,534,400 in communities near the parks. That spending supported 416 jobs in the local area and had a cumulative benefit to the local economy of $40,582,400. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/economic-benefits.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-invited-to-open-houses-on-options-for-grizzly-bear-restoration-in-north-cascades-ecosystem.htm Fri, 13 Feb 2015 14:45:00 EST The public is invited to participate in a series of informational open houses regarding restoration of grizzly bears in the North Cascades ecosystem. The meetings are being held by the National Park Service (NPS) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) as part of the Grizzly Bear Restoration Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process for the North Cascades ecosystem. This is the first opportunity for public involvement in the EIS. The purpose of the EIS is to determine whether or not the agencies will take an active role in restoring the grizzly bear to the North Cascades Ecosystem. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-invited-to-open-houses-on-options-for-grizzly-bear-restoration-in-north-cascades-ecosystem.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/state-route-20-closed-to-recreational-and-vehicle-traffic.htm Fri, 16 Jan 2015 04:26:00 EST Sedro Woolley, WA – State Route 20 beyond the closed vehicle gate at Ross Dam Trailhead (MP 134) is temporarily closed to foot traffic and recreational activities. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/state-route-20-closed-to-recreational-and-vehicle-traffic.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comment-period-extended-on-plan-to-replace-administrative-facilities-at-stehekin.htm Fri, 12 Dec 2014 07:18:00 EST In response to public input, the review period for the “Replacement of Administrative Facilities at Stehekin Environmental Assessment (EA)" will be extended through January 20, 2015. The EA, as well as the proposed rate structure for waste collection can be found on the project website at https://parkplanning.nps.gov/SMFRP. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comment-period-extended-on-plan-to-replace-administrative-facilities-at-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-open-houses-in-november-on-plan-to-replace-administrative-facilities-at-stehekin.htm Tue, 04 Nov 2014 09:34:00 EST The public is invited to attend any of several meetings in November to learn more about and provide comment on a proposed action to replace administrative facilities at Stehekin on Lake Chelan between November 17 and November 19, 2014. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-open-houses-in-november-on-plan-to-replace-administrative-facilities-at-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-news-release.htm Mon, 22 Sep 2014 08:10:00 EST Sedro-Woolley, WA -- The public is invited to attend any of several meetings next week to learn more about and provide comment on a proposed action to restore the fisher (Pekania pennanti) to the southwestern and northwestern Cascades of Washington State, including Mount Rainier and North Cascades National Parks. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/noca-hosts-artists-in-residence.htm Wed, 03 Sep 2014 17:13:00 EST September 2, 2014 – Sedro Wooley, WA - Two new Artists in Residence in the fields of music and writing will join the park mid-September through early October to produce work inspired by Wilderness of the North Cascades. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/noca-hosts-artists-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-campsite-closures-2014.htm Fri, 22 Aug 2014 16:21:00 EST As summer comes to an end, North Cascades National Park Service Complex begins to close campsites for the winter season. Beginning the day after Labor Day and continuing through the month of September, selected sites will be closed until next spring. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-campsite-closures-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-sep-2014.htm Wed, 20 Aug 2014 11:04:00 EST The last three miles of the Cascade River Road will be closed to all vehicle and foot traffic September 8 through late October, 2014. The road closure will begin at the Eldorado parking area near milepost 20 and will affect hikers and climbers approaching the area from either the east or west side. Access for those wishing to climb Eldorado Peak and other peaks accessed via Eldorado Creek will not be affected. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closed-sep-2014.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfire-ban-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-at-stehekin.htm Thu, 31 Jul 2014 12:51:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex has announced a campfire ban at all campgrounds in the lower Stehekin Valley. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfire-ban-in-lake-chelan-national-recreation-area-at-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/report-shows-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-contributes-37-9-million-to-local-economies.htm Wed, 23 Jul 2014 08:00:00 EST A National Park Service report shows that 784,854 visitors to North Cascades National Park Service Complex in 2012 spent approximately 37.9 million in communities near the Complex. That spending supported 370 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/report-shows-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-contributes-37-9-million-to-local-economies.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-update-july-21st-morning.htm Mon, 21 Jul 2014 17:46:00 EST Today command of the Lone Mountain Fire was transferred from the local team to the Northern Rockies Wildland Fire Management Team (NR WMT). The NR WMT is a highly skilled group of professional firefighters trained to manage large and complex fires. In addition to the NR WMT, one 20 person handcrew from Arizona, two fire use handcrews, smoke jumpers, two helicopters and various other resources are assigned to the fire. The demand for firefighting resources continues to be high due to the large number of very active fires in the Pacific Northwest. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-update-july-21st-morning.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-update-july-19.htm Sat, 19 Jul 2014 07:59:00 EST The Lone Mountain Fire burned actively east up Boulder Creek yesterday and grew to around 1000 acres. This is a very remote area with difficult access but is still moving away from the Stehekin community. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-update-july-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-considers-clean-up-of-firing-ranges-in-stehekin-and-newhalem.htm Fri, 18 Jul 2014 18:40:00 EST North Cascades National Park will hold public meetings on July 22nd, 2014 in Stehekin and July 24th, 2014 in Newhalem, for review and public comment on clean up of two firearm shooting ranges at Newhalem and Stehekin. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-considers-clean-up-of-firing-ranges-in-stehekin-and-newhalem.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-bioblitz-kicks-off.htm Fri, 18 Jul 2014 11:06:00 EST Lace up your hiking boots, grab a camera or smartphone, and join North Cascades National Park Service Complex for the second part of 2014 BioBlitz. On July 12 and 13, research scientists, park naturalists, and citizen-scientists kicked-off the four week event in Newhalem and at Cascade Pass. A continuation of that effort is about to begin. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-bioblitz-kicks-off.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-update-july-18-morning.htm Fri, 18 Jul 2014 04:30:00 EST The Lone Mountain Fire grew to about 650 acres yesterday, still moving upward and away from the Stehekin community. The fire is now on both sides of Butte Creek, a tributary of Boulder Creek where the main fire started. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-update-july-18-morning.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-fire-update-trail-closure.htm Thu, 17 Jul 2014 09:54:00 EST The Boulder Creek Trail between the Stehekin Valley and McAlester Pass in the North Cascades National Park is now closed for safety because of the Lone Mountain Fire. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-fire-update-trail-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-update-july-17-morning.htm Thu, 17 Jul 2014 08:20:00 EST The Lone Mountain Fire, about five miles northwest of Stehekin, Washington in high rugged mountains of the Boulder Creek drainage, has grown to 200 acres. That includes a spot fire of about 40 acres that started across Butte Creek from the main fire. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-update-july-17-morning.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-burns-above-lake-chelan.htm Wed, 16 Jul 2014 10:59:00 EST The Lone Mountain Fire is burning in the North Cascades National Park approximately five miles northwest of Stehekin, Washington in the Boulder Creek drainage. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lone-mountain-fire-burns-above-lake-chelan.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-news-release.htm Fri, 30 May 2014 12:33:00 EST Hikers and climbers who are planning to access Boston Basin or the Cascade Pass area in North Cascades National Park Service Complex this fall need to be aware that the last three miles of Cascades River Road will be closed to both vehicle and foot traffic of any kind from September 8 until late October 2014. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-news-release.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/hazardous-snow-conditions-in-north-cascades-national-park.htm Fri, 16 May 2014 17:11:00 EST Due to hazardous snow conditions in the North Cascades, potential backcountry visitors should approach spring climbing routes with heightened awareness and training during the next several weeks. It is also advisable to consult with North Cascades National Park Service Complex staff before traveling into the mountain snow zone. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/hazardous-snow-conditions-in-north-cascades-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/park-rangers-recover-slide-casualty.htm Thu, 15 May 2014 11:49:00 EST North Cascades National Park rangers successfully recovered the body of a John Cooper IV, a 46 year old ski-mountaineer from Seattle who was killed yesterday after a snow slide swept him over cliffs, in a fall of over 2000 feet, while the party was attempting a ski tour on the north side of Mount Shuksan. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/park-rangers-recover-slide-casualty.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/snow-slide-on-mount-shuksan-claims-one.htm Wed, 14 May 2014 14:59:00 EST At 10:45 this morning, North Cascades National Park dispatch received a report of 2 skiers, both from Seattle, who were ascending the north face of Mount Shuksan for a ski tour when the party was hit by a snow slide. Rangers were able to determine that one man did not survive the fall, which is estimated at over 2000 feet. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/snow-slide-on-mount-shuksan-claims-one.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campground-hosts-needed.htm Tue, 22 Apr 2014 13:29:00 EST ould you like to live amidst the grandeur of the North Cascades, while interacting with campers and visitors to North Cascades National Park and Ross Lake National Recreation Area? If so, there is an opportunity to spend this summer at Colonial Creek Campground on scenic Diablo Lake with free utilities and hook-up provided. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campground-hosts-needed.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/two-national-park-visitor-centers-closed-for-winter.htm Fri, 15 Nov 2013 08:25:00 EST To re-open the government, Congress provided funds at Fiscal Year 2013 levels through January 15 – final funding for Fiscal Year 2014 will not be resolved before then. Given the continuing fiscal uncertainty, the National Park Service will exercise extreme caution in spending to ensure that available funding is directed to the highest resource priorities and serves the most visitors. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/two-national-park-visitor-centers-closed-for-winter.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-to-reopen.htm Thu, 17 Oct 2013 09:03:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex re-opens to visitors today. Visitors can access public areas and roads immediately while facilities and other public services are being re-opened. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-service-complex-to-reopen.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/government-shutdown-forces-closure-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm Tue, 01 Oct 2013 09:48:00 EST Because of the shutdown of the federal government caused by the lapse in appropriations, the National Park Service (NPS) has closed all 401 national parks, including North Cascades National Park Service Complex. All visitor facilities including the North Cascades and Golden West Visitor Centers, park hotels, campgrounds and roads – except for State Highway 20, a thru way – are closed. The park will remain closed until the government reopens. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/government-shutdown-forces-closure-of-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/forbidden-peak-climbing-fatality.htm Tue, 17 Sep 2013 09:54:00 EST On Sunday, September 15, 2013, the body of a 31-year-old climber from Seattle was recovered in North Cascades National Park by NPS rangers, supported by a contracted helicopter from HiLine Helicopters out of Darrington, WA https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/forbidden-peak-climbing-fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/work-on-mudslide-in-stehekin-continues.htm Thu, 12 Sep 2013 10:07:00 EST National Park Service crews and local contractors have opened one lane of the Stehekin Road allowing local businesses to remain open and visitor access on up valley to road’s end near Car Wash Falls. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/work-on-mudslide-in-stehekin-continues.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mudslide-in-stehekin.htm Fri, 06 Sep 2013 14:42:00 EST A large and powerful storm cell triggered a massive mud and rock slide in the community of Stehekin Thursday night. Many vehicles in the long term parking area and at the mouth of Imus Creek were buried. Businesses affected were Discovery Bikes and Stehekin Reservations and Fly Fishing Shop. Most of the bicycles were damaged or washed into Lake Chelan and the log cabin office for fly fishing and reservations was surrounded by mud and rocks. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mudslide-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-now-open-to-cascade-pass-trailhead.htm Tue, 20 Aug 2013 12:59:00 EST The Cascade River Road is now open to all vehicles to its end at Cascade Pass Trailhead. The road had temporarily been closed at the Eldorado Trailhead, three and a half miles below the Cascade Pass Trailhead. In the early evening of August 11, a huge thunderstorm over the Cascade River Basin released a torrential downpour causing a wash-out of the Cascade River Road at Boston Creek. The vehicles of 70 hikers were stranded the night of August 11 and most of August 12. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-now-open-to-cascade-pass-trailhead.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-input-on-fisher-reintroduction.htm Thu, 15 Aug 2013 06:27:00 EST North Cascades National Park Complex is seeking comments on a proposed plan to reintroduce the Pacific fisher to Mount Rainier and North Cascades national parks. The fisher is a member of the weasel family that occurs in low- to mid-elevation closed canopy forests with large trees and logs. Considered extirpated (absent) from Washington since the mid-1990s, the Pacific fisher (Pekania pennanti) is the only native carnivore that is no longer found within the Cascade Range of Washington State. In 1998, the State formally listed the fisher as endangered, and in 2004, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service listed the West Coast fisher as a federal candidate for listing as an endangered or threatened species. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-input-on-fisher-reintroduction.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-washout-update.htm Tue, 13 Aug 2013 07:53:00 EST In less than 24 hours after a torrential rain event created a 15 foot deep and 60 foot wide chasm in the popular Cascade River Road, employees of the North Cascades National Park took immediate action, and created a temporary vehicle crossing allowing 70 stranded hikers to drive out of the Cascade Pass trailhead parking lot. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-washout-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-wash-out.htm Mon, 12 Aug 2013 08:42:00 EST Thunderstorms moved through the western part of North Cascades National Park during the afternoon and early evening of Sunday, August 11, 2013 dumping heavy rain within a short period of time. This caused the Cascade River Road to wash out at its junction with Boston Creek, stranding approximately 25-35 vehicles parked at the Cascade Pass Trailhead 1½ miles above the washout. Sixty-five stranded people stayed the night in their vehicles. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-wash-out.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fire-update-august-9-2013.htm Fri, 09 Aug 2013 14:57:00 EST Below are four, lightning caused fires that are being managed by North Cascades National Park Complex. The current weather forecast shows more lightning tonight and throughout the weekend. Lightning fires are natural, but need to be reported in a timely manner. Be on the lookout for new smoke reports as the busy weekend continues. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fire-update-august-9-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/update-for-north-cascades-fires-2013.htm Thu, 08 Aug 2013 07:33:00 EST North Cascades National Park Complex has been managing several lightning caused fires. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/update-for-north-cascades-fires-2013.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/july-26-update-park-fires.htm Fri, 26 Jul 2013 13:12:00 EST North Cascades National Park Complex had two fires reported from thunderstorms on Tuesday, July 17, 2013. Personnel have been managing these fires since the last update. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/july-26-update-park-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/update-for-north-cascades-national-park-fires.htm Tue, 23 Jul 2013 05:36:00 EST Marblemount, WA – July 22, 2013 - North Cascades National Park Complex had two fires reported from thunderstorms on Tuesday, July 17, 2013. Personnel have been managing these fires since the last report. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/update-for-north-cascades-national-park-fires.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-has-two-fires-reported.htm Thu, 18 Jul 2013 17:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Complex had two fires reported from Tuesday night’s thunderstorms. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-has-two-fires-reported.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-to-close-tumwater-campground-due-to-bear-activity.htm Thu, 20 Jun 2013 08:35:00 EST Until further notice Tumwater Campground on the upper Stehekin Valley Road will be closed, due to bear activity. A bear received a substantial food reward when it broke into a garbage can there on Monday, June 17th. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-to-close-tumwater-campground-due-to-bear-activity.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-to-hold-public-meetings.htm Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:00:00 EST The National Park Service invites you to help identify the issues and concerns to be addressed in the Environmental Assessment for the “Replacement of Administrative Facilities at Stehekin” by attending one of three public meetings. Join members of the planning team and the park superintendent in Stehekin on June 24, Wenatchee on June 25, and Seattle on June 26 to discuss your ideas, thoughts, and concerns regarding the proposed actions. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-to-hold-public-meetings.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/comments-requested-on-lake-restoration-proposal.htm Fri, 17 May 2013 11:00:00 EST The National Park Service is seeking comments on proposed changes to the mountain lakes restoration program at North Cascades National Park Complex. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/comments-requested-on-lake-restoration-proposal.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/moving-forward-reduced-budgets-staffing.htm Mon, 22 Apr 2013 10:30:00 EST Due to a series of required spending cuts in the federal budget ("sequestration"), the park has had to reduce its annual budget by five percent. Visitors can expect limited operations and fewer rangers to provide information and programs. While we take the actions necessary to comply with sequestration, the park remains open, welcoming visitors and continuing to protect the resources entrusted to our care. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/moving-forward-reduced-budgets-staffing.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-complex-tourism-creates.htm Tue, 26 Feb 2013 13:51:00 EST A new National Park Service (NPS) report for 2011 shows that the 791,388 visitors to North Cascades National Park Complex, which consists of the park plus Ross Lake and Lake Chelan National Recreation Areas spent $26.4 million in communities surrounding the park. This spending supported 358 jobs in the local area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-complex-tourism-creates.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2012-campfire-ban-lifted.htm Mon, 15 Oct 2012 14:38:00 EST The National Park Service has lifted the campfire ban for portions of Lake Chelan National Recreation Area and North Cascades National Park that was put in place September 21. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2012-campfire-ban-lifted.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/hq-employees-receive-awards.htm Thu, 11 Oct 2012 08:00:00 EST National Park Service Pacific West Regional Director Chris Lehnertz recently announced the 2012 Pacific West Regional Director’s Awards for Natural Resource Management. Two of the recipients are based in Sedro-Woolley. Dr. Jon Riedel received the award for “Natural Resource Management” and Steve Gibbons received the award for “Professional Excellence in Natural Resources.” https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/hq-employees-receive-awards.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/photographer-in-stehekin-as-national-park-artist-in-residence.htm Fri, 05 Oct 2012 14:24:00 EST Staff of the North Cascades National Park Complex is currently hosting Chuck Kimmerle in Stehekin as an Artist-in-Residence. Kimmerle is an award-winning landscape photographer from Casper, Wyoming who is spending his five-week residency photographing the forms and textures of Lake Chelan National Recreation Area’s natural and man-made landscapes. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/photographer-in-stehekin-as-national-park-artist-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/planned-burn-near-stehekin.htm Tue, 18 Sep 2012 11:20:00 EST The North Cascades National Park fire management team is preparing for a potential prescribed burn in the Stehekin Valley. This burn will not occur until the demand for firefighting resources to help contain the wildfires in the area has subsided, and the current air quality and dry fuel conditions have improved. The exact timing will be determined by environmental conditions, such as weather and fuel moisture. Visitors and residents should expect to see smoke. After ignition is complete, burn crews will begin mopping up to minimize smoke impacts, especially if the burn occurs before or during the first full week of October when businesses offer special visitor packages in conjunction with fall colors and the Harvest Festival. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/planned-burn-near-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/final-stehekin-river-plan-released.htm Mon, 16 Jul 2012 14:47:00 EST Today, the National Park Service released the Stehekin River Corridor Implementation Plan and Final Environmental Impact Statement. The purpose of this plan is to address, in a comprehensive way, the steps needed to continue to provide high-quality recreational experiences, protect natural and cultural resources, support the private community of Stehekin, and establish sustainable administrative facilities – including access via the Stehekin Valley Road – as called for in the 1995 Lake Chelan National Recreation Area General Management Plan. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/final-stehekin-river-plan-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/sar-incidents-evacuate-4-climbers.htm Sun, 15 Jul 2012 06:15:00 EST The North Cascades National Park search and rescue team recently responded to two separate mountaineering accidents, evacuating four people from remote mountain peaks. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/sar-incidents-evacuate-4-climbers.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/thanking-americas-armed-forces.htm Thu, 17 May 2012 08:15:00 EST To show appreciation for those who serve in the U.S. Military, on May 19 – Armed Forces Day – the National Park Service will begin issuing an annual pass offering free entrance to all 397 national parks for active duty military members and their dependents. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/thanking-americas-armed-forces.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/national-park-facilities-ready-for-spring-and-summer-visitors.htm Wed, 09 May 2012 06:00:00 EST With the Washington State Department of Transportation hard at work reopening the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20), North Cascades National Park Complex is ready to welcome you. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/national-park-facilities-ready-for-spring-and-summer-visitors.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-ranger-and-darrington-helicopter-pilot-receive-bravery-and-valor-awards-for-rescue.htm Thu, 08 Mar 2012 08:24:00 EST North Cascades National Park Ranger Kevork Arackellian and pilot Anthony Reece, co-owner of Darrington, WA-based Hi Line Helicopters, were honored by Secretary of Interior Ken Salazar for their July 2009 rescue of an injured climber. Reece received the Citizen’s Award for Bravery and Ranger Arackellian received the Valor Award. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-ranger-and-darrington-helicopter-pilot-receive-bravery-and-valor-awards-for-rescue.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ross-lake-national-recreation-area-final-general-management-plan.htm Thu, 01 Dec 2011 09:31:00 EST The National Park Service today released the Ross Lake National Recreation Area Final General Management Plan and Environmental Impact Statement. “This final plan is the culmination of five years of planning and work with people that love the North Cascades,” said North Cascades National Park Complex Superintendent Chip Jenkins. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ross-lake-national-recreation-area-final-general-management-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/environmental-assessment-for-invasive-non-native-plant-management.htm Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:47:00 EST In response to the threats posed by invasive non-native plants on park lands, the National Park Service has developed an Environmental Assessment for Invasive Non-native Plant Management. The EA proposes to implement an Integrated Pest Management program to control invasive, non-native plants, restore impacted areas, and detect and prevent new infestations in the North Cascades National Park Complex. The EA is available for review and the NPS is seeking public comments. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/environmental-assessment-for-invasive-non-native-plant-management.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-artists-in-residence-at-work-in-park.htm Tue, 04 Oct 2011 07:30:00 EST North Cascades National Park is currently hosting resident artists in two different locations. The purpose of these residencies is to provide visitors, community members, and park staff opportunities to explore the meanings and significance of the park, its resources, and its people through art. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-artists-in-residence-at-work-in-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-stehekin-concession-contract-announced.htm Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:17:00 EST The National Park Service is pleased to announce that a new ten-year contract has been awarded to Guest Services, Inc. (GSI) for operation of the park-owned concession facilities in Stehekin, located within Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. GSI brings a wealth of experience in operation of visitor services; they currently provide lodging and food service for a variety of establishments throughout the country, including operation of concession facilities at Mount Rainier National Park and National Mall and Memorial Parks in Washington, D.C. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-stehekin-concession-contract-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/prescribed-burn-in-stehekin.htm Mon, 19 Sep 2011 13:32:00 EST The North Cascades National Park fire management team is preparing for a potential prescribed burn in the Stehekin Valley. The exact timing will be determined by environmental conditions, such as weather and fuel moisture. Visitors and residents should expect to see smoke. After ignition is complete, burn crews will begin mopping up to minimize smoke impacts, especially if the burn occurs before or during the first full week of October when businesses offer special visitor packages in conjunction with fall colors and the Harvest Festival. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/prescribed-burn-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/hiking-trails-are-open-in-stehekin.htm Tue, 28 Jun 2011 06:01:00 EST Hiking season has begun in North Cascades National Park Complex as the temperatures warms and the snow level rises. Hikers on trails over 5000 feet should be prepared for snow and mountaineering conditions, but lower elevation backpacking trails and day hikes offer stunning views and wildlife viewing opportunities. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/hiking-trails-are-open-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-winter-dock-project-reaches-completion.htm Thu, 02 Jun 2011 05:54:00 EST The Stehekin Winter Ferry Dock is now complete and in use by the Lake Chelan Boat Company ferries transporting visitors and residents of Stehekin. The new dock provides universal access for all passengers traveling on Lake Chelan via the commercial ferry system. It is part of approximately $3 million dollars in work that has been completed by North Cascades National Park Complex to improve the accessibility of Stehekin facilities and services and is the most notable improvement to the Stehekin Landing in almost forty years. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-winter-dock-project-reaches-completion.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-np-welcomes-visitors-to-north-cascades-highway.htm Tue, 24 May 2011 05:46:00 EST With the North Cascades Scenic Highway opening this week, North Cascades National Park is also open and beginning to offer summer recreation and visitor services throughout the State Route 20 corridor. In addition to hiking, camping, family activities, and ranger programs, North Cascades National Park is excited to partner with the North Cascades Institute and Seattle City Light to run the Skagit Tours on Diablo Lake. This partnership will offer new adventures for the 2011 summer season. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-np-welcomes-visitors-to-north-cascades-highway.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/spring-activities-and-concession-site-visits.htm Tue, 10 May 2011 05:38:00 EST The National Park Service is hosting a site visit for parties interested in providing commercial services within the Stehekin Valley at the head of Lake Chelan. Business entrepreneurs are invited to travel to Stehekin to tour the concession facilities in Stehekin on May 17, 2011. This site visit will allow potential bidders to experience the journey to Stehekin, view the facilities, and understand the services and activities offered through this concession contract. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/spring-activities-and-concession-site-visits.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2011-national-park-week.htm Tue, 05 Apr 2011 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Complex invites you to celebrate National Park Week by getting outside, being active, and helping to care for your park. Two family-friendly volunteer opportunities take place soon. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/2011-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lake-chelan-opportunity-re-advertised.htm Thu, 10 Mar 2011 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lake-chelan-opportunity-re-advertised.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-landing-construction.htm Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:00:00 EST Construction will begin Monday, February 21 on the Stehekin Winter Ferry Landing Improvement Project. This new dock will provide universal access for all passengers traveling up Lake Chelan via the commercial ferry system. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-landing-construction.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-public-meetings-scheduled.htm Thu, 18 Nov 2010 19:00:00 EST The National Park Service has scheduled two additional public meetings to discuss the Draft Stehekin River Corridor Implementation Plan Environmental Impact Statement and Land Protection Plan. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/additional-public-meetings-scheduled.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/entrepreneurs-invited.htm Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service has a unique business opportunity for commercial services in Stehekin, located on the headwaters of beautiful Lake Chelan, and a gateway to the North Cascades. People interested in this opportunity are invited to Stehekin on October 22 to tour the current operation of the concession facilities and meet with park concession staff. Please notify Annelise Lesmeister at (509) 682-4921 no later than noon, October 21, if you plan to attend. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/entrepreneurs-invited.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/discuss-draft-stehekin.htm Mon, 11 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/discuss-draft-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/buckner-orchard-100.htm Wed, 06 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service now manages the Buckner Orchard as part of North Cascades National Park Complex, but not without help from the Stehekin Community and the Buckner Homestead Heritage Foundation. Recently the Buckner Homestead Heritage Foundation donated a mower/shredder and tractor to the National Park Service to aid in orchard operations. The machinery shreds pruned branches allowing large amounts of brush to be processed in a shorter amount of time and the saving physical labor of hand piling. Members of the Buckner Homestead Heritage Foundation also accomplished a great deal of volunteer work during a weekend at the Buckner Orchard in July. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/buckner-orchard-100.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/local-youth-host-climate-challenge.htm Sun, 03 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST Students from International School in Bellevue, Bayside Montessori School in Bellingham, Immaculate Conception Regional School in Mount Vernon, Clear Lake Elementary School, and Concrete Middle School will host the broadcast component of Climate Challenge: North Cascades National Park on October 13 at 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. PDT. They will be joined by Jeff Corwin, the popular television personality and passionate conservationist, who will lead an activity with students from Whatcom Hills Waldorf School in Bellingham. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/local-youth-host-climate-challenge.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/accessibility-improvements-in-stehekin.htm Wed, 29 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST A nearly $1 million contract has been awarded by the National Park Service through a full and open competitive bidding process to Wesslen Construction, Inc. to provide universal access at the Stehekin Landing for all passengers traveling via the commercial ferry system. It is part of over $2 million dollars in work that has been completed or is planned to improve the accessibility of facilities and services in Stehekin and is the most notable improvement to the Stehekin Ferry Landing in almost forty years. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/accessibility-improvements-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/outstanding-park-ranger.htm Mon, 27 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Ranger Kelly Bush is the recipient of the 2010 Pacific West Region Harry Yount Award which honors and recognizes outstanding national park rangers. She has been a park ranger at North Cascades National Park since 1979 and the Wilderness District Ranger since 2002. She is known for her skilled leadership and consistent high standards for visitor service. This is the second time that she has received this prestigious award – the other being in 2000. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/outstanding-park-ranger.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/entrepreneurs-invited-to-stehekin.htm Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service has a unique business opportunity for commercial services in Stehekin, located on the headwaters of beautiful Lake Chelan, and a gateway to the North Cascades. People interested in this opportunity are invited to Stehekin on October 4 to tour the current operation of the concession facilities and meet with park concession staff. Please notify Annelise Lesmeister at (509) 682-4921 no later than noon, Friday October 1, if you plan to attend. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/entrepreneurs-invited-to-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-2010-artists.htm Mon, 20 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST September 24: Join Mark W. McGinnis for a free presentation and dialog at the National Park Headquarters in Sedro-Woolley at 12:00 p.m. and at the Upper Skagit Library in Concrete at 7:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-2010-artists.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/unique-business-opportunity.htm Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service has a unique business opportunity for commercial services including overnight accommodations, food and beverage, retail, fuel, and transportation services within the Stehekin Valley on beautiful Lake Chelan. This business opportunity with the National Park Service in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area, located within the boundaries of North Cascades National Park Service Complex, will be operated as a Concession Contract. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/unique-business-opportunity.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/recovery-of-fallen-climber.htm Tue, 14 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/recovery-of-fallen-climber.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/draft-stehekin-river-plan.htm Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/draft-stehekin-river-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/electronic-field-trip.htm Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park and the National Park Foundation invite schools across the country to take a free Electronic Field Trip to North Cascades National Park on October 13, 2010. “National parks are fun places, and they make great classrooms,” said Chip Jenkins, North Cascades National Park Superintendent. “You can learn about the foundations of democracy at Independence National Historical Park, about the struggle to preserve the nation at Gettysburg National Military Park, about geological forces that shape the earth at Grand Canyon National Park, and you can learn about the effect of climate change on people and ecosystems through this Electronic Field Trip to North Cascades National Park.” https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/electronic-field-trip.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/prescribed-burns-in-stehekin.htm Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/prescribed-burns-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/body-of-missing-climber-found-09-03-10.htm Thu, 02 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST The body of missing climber John Arum, was found on the north slope of Storm King Mountain by National Park Service rangers. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/body-of-missing-climber-found-09-03-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/john-arum-family-statement.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST The family of missing climber John Arum has issued a public statement. https://www.nps.gov/noca/john-arum-family-statement.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/missing-climber-sep-02.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/missing-climber-sep-02.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/waist-pack-found-in-search-for-climber.htm Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/waist-pack-found-in-search-for-climber.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/art-and-adventure.htm Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/art-and-adventure.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/temporary-log-crossing.htm Wed, 11 Aug 2010 20:00:00 EST A temporary log crossing is in place over Thunder Creek making the Thunder Creek Trail passable again to foot traffic. The trail was closed about 14 miles from the trailhead, just before the Skagit Queen Camp, due to the failure of the Skagit Queen Bridge about four weeks ago. The crossing remains closed to stock. Due to the volume and speed of the creek and the steepness of its banks at this location, there is no recommended safe alternative crossing for stock. https://www.nps.gov/noca/temporary-log-crossing.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/artists-in-residence-at-work.htm Mon, 24 May 2010 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park is currently hosting two Artists-in-Residence -- muralist Kathleen Durkin in Newhalem and sound artist Jay Needham in Stehekin -- both of whom are offering free community programs this week. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/artists-in-residence-at-work.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/the-origin-of-fishes.htm Thu, 20 May 2010 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/the-origin-of-fishes.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/plan-for-some-fun.htm Sun, 16 May 2010 20:00:00 EST “Now is a great time to plan for some fun in your national park,” announced North Cascades National Park Complex Superintendent Chip Jenkins, “so gather your family and friends and sample the variety of activities that your national park has to offer.” No matter your interest, your park has an activity for you. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/plan-for-some-fun.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-recruiting-for-summer-jobs.htm Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park is recruiting for six youth age 16-18 for this summer’s Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) in Marblemount, Washington from June 21 through August 13. The program is non-residential; therefore, enrollees are responsible for their own housing and daily transportation to and from Marblemount. Work hours are Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and the pay rate is $8.55 per hour. Transportation will be provided from Marblemount to work sites each day, which could include campgrounds, roads and trails. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-recruiting-for-summer-jobs.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pioneer_tapping_into_science.htm Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:00:00 EST You are invited to join in the conversation at the next Tapping into Science with Dr. Jesse Kennedy, Chief of Cultural Resources at North Cascades National Park, who will profile pioneer life as captured in the writings of Lucinda Davis. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/pioneer_tapping_into_science.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/debris_avalanche.htm Wed, 24 Mar 2010 20:00:00 EST With the onset of spring, now is the time to plan for recreation in the North Cascades. Many low elevation trails are open for day and overnight hikes and Diablo Lake makes a great destination for early season paddling. Boaters and paddlers on Diablo Lake and hikers on the Diablo Lake Trail are advised, however, that a debris avalanche occurred on March 15 at the head of Diablo Lake, rendering unusable a local access road that connects Diablo Lake with Ross Lake. The approximately one-mile Ross Dam Haul Road provides Seattle City Light with access from Diablo Lake to the Ross Powerhouse and the top of Ross Dam. It also allows Ross Lake Resort to provide their guests with access from Diablo Lake and provides paddlers with portage between Diablo Lake and Ross Lake. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/debris_avalanche.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-landing-accessibility-improvements.htm Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:00:00 EST NPS is recieving public input on accessibility improvements to the Stehekin Ferry Landing www.nps.gov/noca/parkmgmt/ferry.htm to access the EA and instructions for submitting written comments. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-landing-accessibility-improvements.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tapping-into-science-frost-brewed-glaciers.htm Mon, 22 Feb 2010 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tapping-into-science-frost-brewed-glaciers.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tapping-into-science.htm Tue, 26 Jan 2010 19:00:00 EST Thirsting for Knowledge? Try Tapping into Science What: A new monthly series of presentations exploring current science in the North Cascades When: Last Wednesday of each month Time: 7:30 p.m. Bellingham https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tapping-into-science.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tumwater-bridge-repairs.htm Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service will be conducting erosion control and abutment work on Tumwater Bridge along the Stehekin Valley Road in North Cascades National Park. The construction will temporarily close the Stehekin Road to all vehicle, bicycle, and foot traffic above Tumwater Campground beginning October 26, 2009. Work is expected to be ongoing through mid-November. The Tumwater Bridge endured flood damage and erosion during and since the 2003 flood. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tumwater-bridge-repairs.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-sept-7.htm Tue, 08 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-sept-7.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-wildfire-update-sept-3.htm Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:00:00 EST The Brush Creek fire became more active last week. Recent mapping shows it at 304 acres. It created a small spot fire north of the main fire, closer to the mouth of Brush Creek. The Brush Creek fire is still burning within parameters established by fire managers and fire personnel are developing a plan should future fire movement warrant additional action. The other two larger fires that are still burning, the Panther and Elija fires, 220 and 353 acres respectively, have not shown any recent increased growth. However, both fires continue to smolder and smoke. No new fires have been discovered after the most recent scattered lightning. An aerial reconnaissance will take place today, Thursday. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-wildfire-update-sept-3.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-wildfire-update-august-30.htm Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST On Wednesday, August 26, the Brush Creek fire became more active, growing by 5 or so acres and crossing the Brush Creek trail below the fire. On Thursday, it exhibited even more growth, and smoke could be seen from several lookouts around the Park. That fire is now estimated at over 100 acres. The fire is still burning within parameters established by fire managers, although it has created several spot fires ahead of the main fire. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-wildfire-update-august-30.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-to-close-at-hard-creek-bridge.htm Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-to-close-at-hard-creek-bridge.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-28.htm Thu, 27 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Wednesday, August 26, the Brush Creek fire became more active, growing by 5 or so acres and crossing the Brush Creek trail below the fire. On Thursday, it exhibited even more growth, and smoke could be seen from several lookouts around the Park. That fire is now estimated at over 100 acres. The fire is still burning within parameters established by fire managers, although it has created several spot fires ahead of the main fire. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-28.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/submit-video-stories.htm Mon, 24 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/submit-video-stories.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-22-2009.htm Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Yesterday, an aerial flight was made to observe park fires as well as scout new fire starts due to lighting activity the previous night; only the Panther Fire in Panther Creek was producing smoke. No new starts from lightning activity were found. However, new fire starts from lightning may take up to two weeks to produce visible smoke so fire managers will remain vigilant. Today ground patrols will be made to watch for changes in fire activity. Helicopters are available to assist firefighters by making water drops if requested. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-22-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-23-2009.htm Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Little to no fire activity has been observed at any of the fires for several days. Fires remain in monitoring status. There are no firefighters on the ground at these fires due to steep inaccessible terrain. One helicopter (Type 3-light) is assigned to the fire to support firefighters if requested. The Panther Comlex has five fires totaling 622.6 acres, light smoke is reported. The Crapper Complex has 4 fires, no smoke visible. The Moon Complex has 3 fires, no reports. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-23-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-24-2009.htm Sun, 23 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Due to low fire activity in the North Cascades National Park Complex this past week, this will be the last NOCA Fire update unless fire activity increases. Dee Townsend, Fire Management Officer, at the North Cascades National Park Complex said, “This has almost been a record year with twenty-seven fire starts in the park. There has only been one other year with more fires (thirty-six) since the park was established in 1968. It has been a good opportunity to allow fire back on the landscape.” She reminds us that the fire season is not over yet. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-24-2009.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-21.htm Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Yesterday, patrols were made from roadside vantage points to observe fire activity. No changes were noted in fire activity from the previous day. Three fires continue to produce light smoke: the Elija and Panther Fires in Panther Creek, and the Brush Creek Fire in Brush Creek drainage. Again, no smoke was observed at the other fires: Cascade Creek Fire and fires in the Crapper Complex. Today, a helicopter reconnaissance mission is planned for the Stehekin area to scout new fire starts due to lighting activity last night. Ground patrols will be made to watch for changes in fire activity at existing fires in the Panther and Crapper Complexes. Helicopters are available to assist firefighters by making water drops if requested. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-21.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-20.htm Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Yesterday, aerial flights and road patrols were made from vantage points to observe fire activity. Three fires were producing light smoke: the Elija and Panther Fires in Panther Creek, and the Brush Creek Fire in Brush Creek drainage. No smoke was observed at the other fires: Cascade Creek Fire and fires in the Crapper Complex. New aerial GIS mapping of the two largest fires in the park found that the Elija fire has increased to 400 acres from 353 acres the Panther Fire has increased 3 acres to 223 acres over the past few weeks. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-20.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/aerial-rescue-from-dorado-needle.htm Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/aerial-rescue-from-dorado-needle.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascacdes-fire-update-august-19.htm Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Yesterday, the Elija Fire and the Panther Fire in Panther Creek were producing light smoke. No smoke was observed from the: Rhode Fire, Crapper Fire, or the Cascade Fire. Lack of smoke production does not mean a fire is out. Fire may remain in the ground, slowly burning the roots of trees and smoldering in the duff layer. Today’s dry, hot weather makes conditions right for fire activity to move from the ground into fuels above the ground. Initial attack crews are on alert for new fire starts. North Cascades firefighters will be monitoring the level of fire activity at each fire from road patrols. Firefighters are not on the ground fighting designated suppression fires due to steep, inaccessible terrain. Helicopters are available to assist firefighters by making water drops if requested. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascacdes-fire-update-august-19.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-18.htm Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-18.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-17.htm Sun, 16 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Yesterday, the park’s Fire Effects Crew that had been on the Brush Creek Fire reported that the Brush Creek Fire in the Stephen Mather Wilderness remains active with sporadic flame lengths up to 2 feet. This fire is slowly backing downslope, burning duff up to three feet deep down to mineral soil. The lowest flank of the fire is currently about 700 feet above the Brush Creek Trail. Today, firefighters will ground patrol the Crapper Fire (2 acres) and Rhode Fire (0.5 acres) in the Crapper Complex to observe the level of fire activity. Later in the week, after a few days of hot, dry weather, aircraft will remap fire perimeters to measure spread of fire perimeters. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-17.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mountaineering-fatality.htm Sun, 09 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST A climber was killed early Sunday, August 9, 2009 in a mountaineering accident involving an icefall. Craig Luebben, 49, of Golden, Colorado, and Guillermo Benegas of Sandy, Utah, were beginning the Torment-Forbidden Traverse, which is an alpine rock ridge traverse connecting the two peak summits.When Luebben moved onto the upper section of glacier, a 100’ tall, 20’ wide and 10’ deep piece of ice broke off taking the climber with it. A single cam device held his fall, but he still fell approximately 40 feet and was critically injured by falling ice. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mountaineering-fatality.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fire-update-august-10.htm Sun, 09 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fire-update-august-10.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fire-update-august-6.htm Wed, 05 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST No new fires have been discovered in North Cascades National Park Complex since Monday, August 3rd. Continuing warm weather has allowed several of the fires to continue smoking.General haze in the Park area is due to fires all around the area, not just because of fires in the Park. Both the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie NF and the Okanogan-Wenatchee NF have numerous small fires, and there are several large fires burning in southern and southwestern British Columbia . https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fire-update-august-6.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-2.htm Sun, 02 Aug 2009 20:00:00 EST Several new fires were discovered over the weekend. New fires include the Rhode Fire, the Flush Fire and Tank Fire. The Thornton Fire was discovered Saturday afternoon and was suppressed by 4 firefighters, due to the possible threat to Highway 20 and adjacent power lines. Several other new fires are being managed by Fire Personnel; Elija Fire is 10 acres, located about 4 miles above Highway 20, on the east side of Panther Creek. Cascade Fire, Bouck Fire,and Fourth of July Fire are all small and are being managed. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-august-2.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-july-31.htm Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-fire-update-july-31.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/open-fires-prohibited-in-the-lake-chelan-area.htm Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Open Campfires Restricted at Camps on Lake Chelan in the following three campgrounds along the NPS-managed portion of Lake Chelan: Flick Creek Camp Weaver Point Camp Manly Wham Camp https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/open-fires-prohibited-in-the-lake-chelan-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-junior-ranger-program-launched.htm Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Complex has launched a dynamic new Junior Ranger Program, which is FREE to the public. Four new age-appropriate activity booklets are being unveiled. The Junior Ranger program goals are for children to have fun in the park and to foster a lasting relationship with the North Cascades. The new program was developed with support from Washington’s National Park Fund and the NPS Centennial Challenge. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-junior-ranger-program-launched.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/wildfire-update-fire-near-newhalem.htm Tue, 28 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST A new fire was reported in the afternoon of July 28. The Crapper Fire is located about one mile southeast of Newhalem and the North Cascades National Park Visitor Center just up from the Newhalem Creek. The 2 acre fire is in steep terrain making it difficult to place firefighters. Nevertheless, helicopter bucket drops have slowed the fire substantially. Firefighters and aircraft resources will continue to work on this fire until it is out. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/wildfire-update-fire-near-newhalem.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-wildfire-update.htm Sun, 26 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST Extensive storm activity the past weekend sparked two small active wildfires that are being suppressed. The Pyramid Fire is south and above Pyramid Lake in North Cascades National Park. The fire is less than one acre in size and burning in mixed live and beetle killed conifer trees. The Moon Fire is about nine miles northwest of Stehekin in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. This fire is also being suppressed due to its proximity to the Upper Stehekin Valley. Luna Pilot Fire has burned less than one acre. Panther Creek Fire has continued to burn down to and along Panther Creek to the west – away from HWY 20. The fire is now estimated to be 215 acres in size. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-wildfire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/special-use-permit-issued-to-weavetel.htm Wed, 22 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/special-use-permit-issued-to-weavetel.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/wildfire-update.htm Mon, 20 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex firefighters successfully contained the small One Mile Fire in the Stehekin area of Lake Chelan. Panther Creek fire continues to burn. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/wildfire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/panther-creek-fire-update-iii.htm Tue, 07 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/panther-creek-fire-update-iii.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/panther-creek-fire-update-ii.htm Sun, 05 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST The fire is approximately 123 acres in size and is burning in a heavily forested area in extremely steep terrain on the east flank of Ruby Mountain above Panther Creek. During the Independence Day weekend, hot, dry weather caused the fire to grow downhill towards Panther Creek. A weather system moved through the region late July 5 and was predicted to bring lightning and light rain. The lightning did not materialize though temperatures cooled and humidity rose keeping the fire cool. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/panther-creek-fire-update-ii.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/panther-creek-fire-update.htm Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:00:00 EST The Panther Creek Fire located within Ross Lake National Recreation Area, was detected on June 28 and was started by lightning during a series of electric storms that moved through the area earlier in the month. The fire is burning in extremely steep terrain on the east flank of Ruby Mountain above Panther Creek. The fire is approximately 123 acres in size and is burning in a heavily forested area. The fire is expected to grow through the holiday weekend as we experience hot and dry weather. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/panther-creek-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-open-for-the-season.htm Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-open-for-the-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-in-north-cascades.htm Tue, 23 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-in-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-vintage-busses-heading-to-stehekin.htm Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST New 'vintage' busses inspired by the charm of early 20th century vehicles that once roamed the Stehekin Valley are heading to Stehekin. The busses have a vintage look but also contain modern amenities such as large touring windows and a windowed ceiling, comfortable seating, and the ability to "kneel" for easy entry. "These busses make a great addition to the Stehekin experience," explained North Cascades National Park Complex Superintendent Chip Jenkins. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-vintage-busses-heading-to-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/the-north-cascades-are-calling.htm Mon, 15 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST The North Cascades Are Calling! Be Involved: Volunteer The North Cascades are calling and there are numerous opportunities for you to become involved as a park volunteer. Opportunities exist along the North Cascades Highway corridor and in Stehekin. “Volunteers are integral to park operations,” explained North Cascades National Park Complex Superintendent Chip Jenkins. “And volunteering is a fun way to be healthy and outside with friends and family while surrounded by the beauty of the North Cascades.” https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/the-north-cascades-are-calling.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/summer-speaker-series.htm Thu, 11 Jun 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/summer-speaker-series.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-environmental-learning-center-recieves-leed-silver-award.htm Thu, 28 May 2009 20:00:00 EST The North Cascades Environmental Learning Center – a uniquely designed and constructed facility created by the partnership of Seattle City Light, North Cascades National Park and the North Cascades Institute – has earned the U.S. Green Building Council’s "Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design" or LEED® Silver certification. The award was presented at the celebration and free picnic on May 30th at the NC Environmental Learning Center. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-environmental-learning-center-recieves-leed-silver-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/best-ideas-for-summer-fun-in-the-north-cascades.htm Mon, 18 May 2009 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Complex Shares Best Ideas for Summer Fun: The North Cascades are calling and inspired by the forthcoming September airing on PBS of the six-part documentary series, The National Parks: America’s Best Idea, North Cascades National Park Complex has five best ideas for you. "Summer is a great time for family fun in your park," explained North Cascades National Park Complex Superintendent Chip Jenkins. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/best-ideas-for-summer-fun-in-the-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-npsc-welcomes-spring-artist-in-residence-to-stehekin.htm Sun, 10 May 2009 20:00:00 EST The North Cascades National Park Complex Artist-in-Residence program hosts artist Heather Biermann to Stehekin for the month of May. Heather works with botanical dyes and practices photography, printmaking, bookmaking and the occasional poem. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-npsc-welcomes-spring-artist-in-residence-to-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-welcomes-spring.htm Tue, 28 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-welcomes-spring.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bridge-installed-over-the-north-fork-of-the-cascade-river.htm Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/bridge-installed-over-the-north-fork-of-the-cascade-river.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week.htm Wed, 15 Apr 2009 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/climate-friendly-parks-workshops-in-washington-national-parks.htm Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/climate-friendly-parks-workshops-in-washington-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-np-glaciers-on-seattle-public-television.htm Wed, 11 Feb 2009 19:00:00 EST The glaciers of North Cascades National Park and the scientists who study them will be the topic of the next edition of KCTS 9 Connects with Enrique Cerna which will air Friday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 10:30 a.m. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-np-glaciers-on-seattle-public-television.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mountain-lakes-fisheries-management-plan-finalized.htm Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:00:00 EST Mountain Lakes Fishery Management Plan Record of Decision This action if approved by Congress will eliminate high densities of reproducing fish populations from select lakes and allow low densities of reproducing fish populations to remain in others. Non-reproducing fish will be stocked in certain lakes provided impacts to biological resources can be minimized. Lakes that are currently fishless will remain fishless. Up to 42 lakes may be stocked or otherwise remain fishable. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mountain-lakes-fisheries-management-plan-finalized.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/limited-winter-operations-in-stehekin.htm Wed, 15 Oct 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/limited-winter-operations-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/invitation-to-participate-in-skagit-wild-and-scenic-river-studies.htm Tue, 30 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/invitation-to-participate-in-skagit-wild-and-scenic-river-studies.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/artists-celebrate-the-40th-anniversary-of-the-park-in-the-stehekin-valley.htm Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of North Cascades National Park through Art in Stehekin. Golden West Gallery hosts a Print Show Celebrating the North Cascades. Free programs are being offered by Artists in Residence during September. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/artists-celebrate-the-40th-anniversary-of-the-park-in-the-stehekin-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closure-at-eldorado-creek.htm Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-closure-at-eldorado-creek.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/40th-anniversary-celebration-with-artist-in-residence.htm Mon, 01 Sep 2008 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park is pleased to present free programs by Artist-in-Residence Becky Fletcher. Ms. Fletcher is a local artist from Sedro-Woolley who enjoys hiking and getting out in the North Cascades. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/40th-anniversary-celebration-with-artist-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/major-marijuana-plantation-removed-from-ross-lake-national-recreation-area.htm Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/major-marijuana-plantation-removed-from-ross-lake-national-recreation-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-on-stehekin-corridor-mgmt-plan-accepted.htm Sun, 17 Aug 2008 20:00:00 EST The public is invited to comment on the preliminary range of alternatives and actions for the Stehekin River Corridor Implementation Plan. North Cascades National Park Service Complex has taken public comments and the results of several internal agency workshops to complete the next step in the planning process for a Stehekin River Corridor Implementation Plan and Environmental Impact Statement within Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-on-stehekin-corridor-mgmt-plan-accepted.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/agnes-creek-bridge-completed.htm Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/agnes-creek-bridge-completed.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mountain-lakes-fisheries-management-plan-complete.htm Tue, 22 Jul 2008 20:00:00 EST Mountain Lakes Fishery Management Plan completed after more than ten years of research regarding the ecological impacts of fish stocking within the North Cascades ecosystem and was developed via unprecedented collaboration between the National Park Service and the State of Washington. It will substantially improve existing ecological conditions while continuing to provide sport-fishing opportunities in reservoirs, rivers and streams, and select mountain lakes within each of the three units of North Cascades National Park Service Complex (North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area).  https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/mountain-lakes-fisheries-management-plan-complete.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/srcip-comments-available.htm Sun, 15 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST Summary of the Stehekin Cooridor Implementation Plan and Comments recieved are posted on the NPS planning site(PEPC). https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/srcip-comments-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/park-campgrounds-benefit-from-paving-projects.htm Sun, 08 Jun 2008 20:00:00 EST Vehicle access campgrounds in Ross Lake NRA receive paving to improve summer access. Temporary closures at Colonial Creek and Goodell Campgrounds may effect campground selection until July 2. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/park-campgrounds-benefit-from-paving-projects.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/spring-artist-in-residence-david-boye.htm Thu, 29 May 2008 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Artist-in-Residence and Guitar Composer David Boye to Give Public Presentations https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/spring-artist-in-residence-david-boye.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/summer-in-stehekin.htm Thu, 22 May 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/summer-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/colonial-creek-campground-water-system-damaged.htm Thu, 15 May 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/colonial-creek-campground-water-system-damaged.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/houstons-seguin-elementary-school-celebrates-national-parks.htm Sun, 04 May 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/houstons-seguin-elementary-school-celebrates-national-parks.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-and-lake-chelan-highlighted-on-the-travel-channel.htm Thu, 01 May 2008 20:00:00 EST Stehekin and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area Featured on Travel Channel’s “Into America’s West with Jeff Corwin” Saturday at 6:00 p.m. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-and-lake-chelan-highlighted-on-the-travel-channel.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/state-route-20-opening-kicks-off-recreation-season.htm Wed, 30 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST Opening of Highway 20 Kicks off the Recreation Season in North Cascades National Park. Campgrounds, trails and daily operations at the North Cascades Visitor Center all begin this month. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/state-route-20-opening-kicks-off-recreation-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/summer-youth-conservation-corps-positions-available.htm Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST Teens between 16 and 18 years of age are invited to apply for a position with this summer’s Youth Conservation Corps in North Cascades National Park. Applications are due May 16. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/summer-youth-conservation-corps-positions-available.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/three-centennial-projects-funded-for-north-cascades-np.htm Wed, 23 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST Centennial Challenge Funds Three Projects In North Cascades National Park with matching funds from Washington National Parks Fund, the North Cascades Institute ands Puget Sound Energy. 1)Junior Ranger Program will improve learning opportunities available for families. 2)Welcoming a Diverse Community to the North Cascades will introduce a more diverse community to the park, particularly the Hispanic residents of the Skagit Valley. 3)Understanding High Elevation Climate Conditions will install two semi-permanent high elevation weather stations in the northernmost reaches of the park to record temperature, snow depth, wind speed and direction, solar radiation, and humidity. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/three-centennial-projects-funded-for-north-cascades-np.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fonsi-to-improve-meteorological-monitoring-in-alpine-environments.htm Tue, 15 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fonsi-to-improve-meteorological-monitoring-in-alpine-environments.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-are-calling.htm Tue, 08 Apr 2008 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex celebrates National Park Week with an invitation to explore, learn, and care for your national park through special programs as we commemorate the 40th anniversary of the park’s establishment. Experience the natural splendor of the North Cascades, meet interesting people, and contribute to the well-being of the park through these opportunities that blend recreation, education, and restoration. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-are-calling.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-concession-contract-prospectus-issued.htm Sun, 23 Mar 2008 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-concession-contract-prospectus-issued.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-river-plan-comment-period-extended.htm Wed, 05 Mar 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-river-plan-comment-period-extended.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-visitor-center-open.htm Wed, 27 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-visitor-center-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/airborne-contaminants-study-released.htm Tue, 26 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST Measurable levels of airborne contaminants detected in Mount Rainier, North Cascades and Olympic National Parks. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/airborne-contaminants-study-released.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/invitation-to-participate-in-next-phase-of-planning-for-ross-lake-nra.htm Tue, 19 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST The public is invited to a meeting and open house to hear the preliminary ideas for future management of Ross Lake National Recreation Area, to share thoughts and concerns, and to talk with the planning team. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/invitation-to-participate-in-next-phase-of-planning-for-ross-lake-nra.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-visitor-center-closed-until-early-march.htm Thu, 07 Feb 2008 19:00:00 EST North Cascades Visitor Center near Newhalem will continue to be closed until early March due to a failure in the water supply. A break in the main water line has shut down all water resources to North Cascades National Park’s visitor center. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-visitor-center-closed-until-early-march.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-north-cascades-visitor-center.htm Wed, 30 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST near Newhalem will be closed this coming weekend, February 2-3, due to a failure in the water supply system and hazardous road conditions on North Cascades Highway (State Route 20). A break in the main water line has shut down all water resources to the North Cascades Visitor Center, including restroom facilities and fire protection capabilities. Repairs to the water line have been hampered by treacherous road conditions caused by several feet of snow. The North Cascades Visitor Center will be closed until the water system is restored. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-closure-of-north-cascades-visitor-center.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-for-stehekin-river-corridor-implementation-plan.htm Mon, 07 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-for-stehekin-river-corridor-implementation-plan.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/invasive-non-native-plant-plan-comments-needed.htm Sun, 06 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/invasive-non-native-plant-plan-comments-needed.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/winter-fun-in-the-north-cascades.htm Sun, 06 Jan 2008 19:00:00 EST Winter fun awaits in your National Park. Lots of activities are available for the prepared outdoor enthusiast. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/winter-fun-in-the-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/winter-wilderness-fun-awaits-you-in-stehekin.htm Thu, 06 Dec 2007 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/winter-wilderness-fun-awaits-you-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-ornaments-displayed-on-white-house-trees.htm Sun, 02 Dec 2007 19:00:00 EST “Holiday in the National Parks” Celebrated at the White House North Cascades National Park and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area Ornaments Displayed on the Official White House Christmas Tree https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-ornaments-displayed-on-white-house-trees.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/minimization-of-erosion-on-upper-company-creek.htm Mon, 19 Nov 2007 19:00:00 EST Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Minimization of Erosion on the Upper Company Creek Road in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/minimization-of-erosion-on-upper-company-creek.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/second-weaver-point-dock-removed-for-the-season.htm Tue, 16 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST Second Weaver Point Dock on Lake Chelan Removed for the Season Both docks at Weaver Point Camp at the head of Lake Chelan near Stehekin have been removed for the season due to low lake levels. The first dock was taken out in mid-September. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/second-weaver-point-dock-removed-for-the-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/finding-of-no-significant-impact-for-the-replacement-of.htm Tue, 16 Oct 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/finding-of-no-significant-impact-for-the-replacement-of.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/company-creek-road-erosion-comments-sought.htm Wed, 26 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST The National Park Service is seeking public comments for actions to minimize further damage to the Upper Company Creek Road in Lake Chelan National Recreation Area from flood scouring and river erosion. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/company-creek-road-erosion-comments-sought.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/prescribed-burns-planned-for-stehekin-area.htm Sun, 23 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park fire crews are preparing to burn two units within the next two weeks. The exact timing of the prescribed burns will be determined by environmental conditions. The 54 acre Weaver Point unit is located across Lake Chelan from the Stehekin Landing near the Weaver Point Campground. The Boulder unit is located at the head of Lake Chelan and continues up slope toward Boulder Mountain. Fire crews are planning to burn 300 acres of this 658 unit at this time. U.S. Forest Service fire managers and the North Cascades Smokejumpers will assist with the burns. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/prescribed-burns-planned-for-stehekin-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-to-close-at-eldorado-creek.htm Fri, 21 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/cascade-river-road-to-close-at-eldorado-creek.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-in-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm Fri, 21 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST A missing hiker from Seattle was found on Friday in the North Cascades National Park Service Complex after surviving on wild berries and stream water for six days. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/missing-hiker-found-in-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-for-improvements-to-meterological-monitoring.htm Tue, 18 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-for-improvements-to-meterological-monitoring.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-for-meteorological-monitoring-in-alpine-areas.htm Tue, 18 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST Public Comments Sought for the Improvement of Meteorological Monitoring in Alpine EnvironmentsThe National Park Service is seeking public comments for a proposal to upgrade the existing meteorological monitoring network to gather better information on weather, climate and precipitation patterns. This action is needed to support North Cascades’ long term ecological monitoring program, and to improve understanding of watershed processes and glacier dynamics in response to global climate change https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/public-comments-sought-for-meteorological-monitoring-in-alpine-areas.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/purple-creek-trail-reopens.htm Mon, 03 Sep 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/purple-creek-trail-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-2007-artist-in-residence.htm Wed, 29 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fall-2007-artist-in-residence.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/noca-centennial-initiative.htm Wed, 29 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/noca-centennial-initiative.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/employee-wins-national-award.htm Wed, 29 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/employee-wins-national-award.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-artist-in-residence-arrives-soon.htm Wed, 15 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-artist-in-residence-arrives-soon.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-operation-winding-down.htm Wed, 15 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST The Tolo Fire operation is winding down, but the fire will continue to grow on its western flank until the end-of-season precipitation comes. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-operation-winding-down.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fire-updates-lake-chelan-area.htm Tue, 07 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST The Tolo Fire is a 271-acre lightning-caused fire located 15 miles northwest of Stehekin and is currently 35% contained. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/fire-updates-lake-chelan-area.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lightning-storms-spark-new-blazes.htm Sun, 05 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST New Blazes sparked due to Sunday's storm. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lightning-storms-spark-new-blazes.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-updates.htm Sun, 05 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST This document describes the Tolo fire situation from July 29th through August 6th. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-updates.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-repairs-in-place-on-the-cascade-river-road.htm Wed, 01 Aug 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-repairs-in-place-on-the-cascade-river-road.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/narrow-band-radio-environmental-assessment-complete.htm Thu, 26 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/narrow-band-radio-environmental-assessment-complete.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-smoulders-on.htm Thu, 26 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park News Release Contact – Becky Banker (360) 854-7365 ext.11 https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-smoulders-on.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-update.htm Thu, 19 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST Kerry Olson (360) 854-7365, ext. 13 Tolo Fire Update https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-update.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-bridge-at-agnes-creek-completed.htm Wed, 18 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST A temporary suspension bridge is now in place across Agnes Creek on the Agnes Creek Trail. This temporary bridge is open to hikers, but is not built to accommodate stock. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/temporary-bridge-at-agnes-creek-completed.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-in-north-cascades-national-park.htm Mon, 16 Jul 2007 20:00:00 EST Tolo Fire Burning Northwest of Stehekin https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/tolo-fire-in-north-cascades-national-park.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/artist-in-residence-to-share-experience.htm Wed, 27 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Artist-in-Residence Kevin Bernstein will share his art and experiences from a spring residency in Newhalem. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/artist-in-residence-to-share-experience.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-trail-bridge-now-open.htm Wed, 27 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST The Diablo Lake Trail suspension bridge is open for visitor use. The bridge was closed in mid-April to accommodate the replacement of structural elements and decking. Work on handrails will continue, but will not impede use. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-trail-bridge-now-open.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/state-route-20-corridor-and-ross-lake-user-study-briefing-and-discussion.htm Wed, 27 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST Dr. Jane Swanson from the University of Washington will share results from the recently conducted study of State Route 20 corridor and Ross Lake users at 1:30 p.m. on Friday, July 6th. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/state-route-20-corridor-and-ross-lake-user-study-briefing-and-discussion.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/telecommunications-in-stehekin-environmental-assessment.htm Thu, 14 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/telecommunications-in-stehekin-environmental-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-is-open-for-summer-business.htm Wed, 06 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST After an eventful year full of fire and floods, Stehekin, Washington, looks forward to a summer at full operation. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-is-open-for-summer-business.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-ready-for-summer.htm Mon, 04 Jun 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-national-park-ready-for-summer.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/snotel-communications-scoping.htm Thu, 24 May 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/snotel-communications-scoping.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/highway-opening-allows-for-more-recreation.htm Sun, 06 May 2007 20:00:00 EST OPENING OF HIGHWAY 20 EXPANDS VISITOR OPPORTUNITIES IN PARK The opening of the North Cascades Highway (State Route 20) through Washington Pass provides expanded opportunities for recreation and fun in North Cascades National Park Service Complex. “Spring is a great time to bring the family and explore the park along Highway 20,” said Park Superintendent Chip Jenkins. He invites everyone to take advantage of the abundant day trip opportunities and encourages people to “stop in one of the communities along the highway, pick up supplies, and go for a walk in your national park.” https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/highway-opening-allows-for-more-recreation.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/park-featured-on-abcs-good-morning-america.htm Wed, 02 May 2007 20:00:00 EST NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK FEATURED AS A “HIDDEN WONDER” ON ABC’S GOOD MORNING AMERICA SUNDAY, MAY 6 https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/park-featured-on-abcs-good-morning-america.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/two-spring-artists-in-residence-announced.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST The North Cascades National Park Service Complex Artists-in-Residence program has expanded to Stehekin, enabling the park to host two artists this spring. The purpose of the three year old program is to invite artists to immerse themselves in the park and its people so that park visitors, staff, and neighbors may be provided with opportunities to explore the meanings and significance of park resources in new and unique ways through presentations, workshops, or performances. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/two-spring-artists-in-residence-announced.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-phone-numbers.htm Wed, 25 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST New phone numbers have been assigned to the North Cascades National Park Complex. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-phone-numbers.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/agnes-creek-bridge-destroyed-by-tree.htm Wed, 11 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST A North Cascades National Park wildlife survey crew discovered today that the Agnes Creek Trail footbridge had been destroyed by a fallen tree. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/agnes-creek-bridge-destroyed-by-tree.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-trail-bridge-closure.htm Sun, 08 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST The North Cascades National Park trail crew will resume construction April 16 on the Diablo Lake Trail footbridge just west of Ross Dam. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/diablo-lake-trail-bridge-closure.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lakeshore-trail-and-flick-creek-camp-reopen-in.htm Sun, 08 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST The Lakeshore Trail along Lake Chelan has reopened from Stehekin to the National Recreation Area boundary, making the entire 17.2 mile trail open to hikers from Stehekin to Prince Creek. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/lakeshore-trail-and-flick-creek-camp-reopen-in.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ycc-recruitment-for-2007-season.htm Sun, 08 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex announced today that the park is recruiting for a limited number of positions in this summer’s Youth Conservation Corps (YCC). https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ycc-recruitment-for-2007-season.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week-april-22-29-2007.htm Wed, 04 Apr 2007 20:00:00 EST Lots of events planned for the 2007 National Park Week. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/celebrate-national-park-week-april-22-29-2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rescue-highlights-hazards-of-winter-climbing.htm Mon, 26 Mar 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/rescue-highlights-hazards-of-winter-climbing.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/chip-jenkins-becomes-superintendent-for-noca.htm Tue, 13 Mar 2007 20:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/chip-jenkins-becomes-superintendent-for-noca.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-facilities-reopen-for-2007.htm Thu, 08 Mar 2007 19:00:00 EST Negotiations are complete on an interim contract to operate the Stehekin Landing concession for the next two operating seasons. The new concessionaire will reopen accommodations and food services in Stehekin as the Stehekin Landing Resort. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/stehekin-facilities-reopen-for-2007.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/winter-recreation-in-stehekin.htm Thu, 15 Feb 2007 19:00:00 EST EXPERIENCE WINTER IN STEHEKIN AND LAKE CHELAN NATIONAL RECREATION AREA Winter is an excellent time to visit Stehekin and Lake Chelan National https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/winter-recreation-in-stehekin.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/storm-damage-assessment.htm Thu, 16 Nov 2006 19:00:00 EST https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/storm-damage-assessment.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/storm-and-flood-damage-in-north-cascades.htm Wed, 08 Nov 2006 19:00:00 EST Storm Damage is still being assessed however, washouts have closed some roads and campgrounds. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/storm-and-flood-damage-in-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/artist-in-residence-alice-dubiel-presents.htm Tue, 31 Oct 2006 19:00:00 EST Park Hosts Artist in Residence Alice Dubiel https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/artist-in-residence-alice-dubiel-presents.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-np-superintendent-to-retire.htm Mon, 23 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST William "Bill" Paleck to retire after forteen years at North Cascades Park Service Complex and a National Park Service career of more than thirty years. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/north-cascades-np-superintendent-to-retire.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-chief-ranger-appointed.htm Thu, 19 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST Kinsey Shilling named new Chief of Resource and Visitor Protection for North Cascades National Park Service Complex. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/new-chief-ranger-appointed.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/weaver-point-dock-removed-for-repair.htm Tue, 10 Oct 2006 20:00:00 EST The docks at Weaver Point at the head of Lake Chelan near Stehekin will be removed for repair October 11. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/weaver-point-dock-removed-for-repair.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ross-lake-national-recreation-area-planning.htm Wed, 27 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST Public meetings to plan for General Management of the Ross Lake National Recreation Area take place in October. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/ross-lake-national-recreation-area-planning.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/weaver-point-camp-reopens.htm Tue, 19 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST Weaver Point Camp located at the North end of Lake Chelan is now open to the public until further notice. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/weaver-point-camp-reopens.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfire-ban-lifted.htm Sun, 17 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST Campfires are once again allowed in designated fire pits within campsites of Ross Lake and Lake Chelan National Recreation Areas and North Cascades National Park. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/campfire-ban-lifted.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/reduced-evacuation-notice-for-stehekin-valley.htm Sun, 17 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST The entire Stehekin Valley has been reduced to a Level 1 Evacuation Notice. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/reduced-evacuation-notice-for-stehekin-valley.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/open-fire-ban-in-the-north-cascades.htm Wed, 06 Sep 2006 20:00:00 EST North Cascades National Park Service Complex joins the Forest Service and local governments in banning outdoor fires. https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/open-fire-ban-in-the-north-cascades.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/8-25-06-flick-creek-fire-trail-and-camp-closures.htm Thu, 24 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST Flick Creek Fire - New Trail and Camp Closures https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/8-25-06-flick-creek-fire-trail-and-camp-closures.htm https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/open-campfires-restricted-in-parts-of-the-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm Tue, 08 Aug 2006 20:00:00 EST Open Campfires Restricted in Parts Of The North Cascades National Park Service Complex https://www.nps.gov/noca/learn/news/open-campfires-restricted-in-parts-of-the-north-cascades-national-park-service-complex.htm