As of February 22, 2010, possession of a firearm inside the recreation area is also subject to state law. Contact a park ranger for further information, or visit the Washington State Legislature webpage covering Chapter 9.41 RCW, Firearms and Dangerous Weapons. Target shooting is strictly prohibited! The possession and use of any other device capable of firing/launching a projectile (e.g. paintball guns, water balloon and potato launchers, cannons, catapults and slingshots), is prohibited.
It is the responsibility of visitors to understand and comply with all applicable state, local, and federal firearms laws before entering this park. As a starting point, please visit the Washington State Office of the Attorney General website.
Federal law also prohibits firearms in certain facilities in this park; those places are marked with signs at all public entrances.
Federal Laws
Laws are created by Congress and establish the highest order of legal authority over national parks.
- Many laws, including the 1916 Organic Act that created the National Park Service, affect all areas managed by the National Park Service.
Service-wide policy for the National Park Service is developed by the Office of Policy with public input and in accordance with applicable laws. Policies dictate many of the overall directions and procedures used by all parks. Check out the National Park Service Office of Policy website for more information.
Park Regulations
The Code of Federal Regulations 36 CFR parts 1-199 and the Park Compendium (PDF - 1,240 kb) provide a complete listing of park rules and regulations. These most specific rules are developed with public input to implement applicable law.
Amendment to the FY17 Superintendent's Compendium: Closure of federal lands at Porcupine Bay Campground area.
Amendment to the FY16 Superintendent's Compendium: Closure of federal lands impacted by the Hart Road Fire.