The Drive to Windy Ridge
The Drive to Windy Ridge There are three sides of Mount St. Helens that are accessible to the public; on this outing we visited the northeast side of the volcano, […]
Mount Rainier National Park Will Not Require Timed Entry Reservations in 2026
Mount Rainier National Park Will Not Require Timed Entry Reservations in 2026 ASHFORD, Wash. – Mount Rainier National Park will not implement a timed entry reservation for any portion of […]
A Forest Adventure: Choose & Cut your Christmas Tree
A Forest Adventure: Choose & Cut Your Christmas Tree If you’re looking for a holiday tradition that combines adventure, nature, and a real forest-fresh feel, cutting your own Christmas tree […]
State Route 123 construction closure within Mount Rainier National Park starts Sept 2
State Route 123 construction closure at Mount Rainier National Park starts Sept 2 Sections of State Route 123 will be closed for box culvert replacement from September 2 through September […]
Fire Restrictions take effect July 17 on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest
National Forest fire managers have issued restrictions on campfires, smoking, and other activities within the forest. These restrictions will begin July 17, 2025. Restrictions include:– Building, maintaining, attending, or using […]
High Rock Trail #266, Lookout Area, and Trailhead Closure
Beginning July 7, 2025, the High Rock Lookout and surrounding area will be closed to the public during the construction and renovation of the High Rock Lookout on the Cowlitz […]
Bridge Repair and Summer Work on Forest Road 25
Vancouver, Wash., — Beginning May 5th, 2025, the Huffaker Bridge located on Forest Road 25 at mile 7.66 within the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District, will be closed to all traffic […]
Mt. Rainier National Park implements new wilderness permit fee structure
ASHFORD, Wash. – Mount Rainier National Park has changed its wilderness permit fee structure from a flat $20 per trip to $10 per person per night. A $6 fee for […]
2025 Mt. Rainier construction projects announced
Construction will temporarily close a section of State Route 123 along the park’s eastern boundary and the Ohanapecosh Campground in the southeast corner of the park ASHFORD, Wash. – Two […]
2024 Christmas Tree Permits Available
Christmas Tree season has arrived! You may now buy Christmas tree cutting permits in-person at Mt. Adams, Mount St. Helens, and Cowlitz Valley Ranger District offices and many local vendors. […]