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.
NPS Policies 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 - 404 KB) provide a complete listing of park rules and regulations. These most specific rules are developed with public input to implement applicable law. Issued 08/17/2021 Administrative Order #21-001: COVID-19 Mask Mandate Issued 05/26/2021 Administrative Order #21-002: Closure Order: Portion of Park Area 36CFR, PART 7.55--Special Regulations - Areas of the National Park Service The following information can be located at 36CFR, PART 2--RESOURCE PROTECTION, PUBLIC USE AND RECREATION. These are some of the more frequently cited regulations.
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Last updated: September 22, 2021