U.S. Highway 12 viewpoint at Riffe Lake named “Gary Stamper Memorial Overlook”
The Washington State Transportation Commission has honored late-Lewis County Commissioner Gary Stamper by placing his name on a highway viewpoint overlooking Riffe Lake. The “Gary Stamper Memorial Overlook,” on U.S. […]
Fire restrictions take effect on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest July 10
Due to increased risk of wildfires, Gifford Pinchot National Forest fire managers have issued restrictions on campfires, smoking, and other activities within the forest. These restrictions will become effective on […]
Fee Changes this Summer on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Vancouver, WA, June 23, 2023 – To help fund maintenance and operations of popular campgrounds, day-use sites, cabin/lookout rentals, and climbing and backcountry programs on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest new and modified […]
Forest Service Waives Recreation Fees for Juneteenth
Portland, Ore., June 15, 2023 – In celebration of Juneteenth, the USDA Forest Service is waiving recreation fees for day-use sites in Washington and Oregon on Monday, June 19th. This initiative […]
Forest Service Waives Recreation Fees for National Get Outdoors Day
June 5, 2023 – The USDA Forest Service is waiving recreation fees for day-use sites in Washington and Oregon on Saturday, June 10 in celebration of National Get Outdoors Day. […]
Popular La Wis Wis Campground closed this summer for upgrades
Thanks to Great American Outdoor Act (GAOA) funding, the Gifford Pinchot National Forest is able to invest in significant upgrades to the historic La Wis Wis Campground this summer. Forest recreation […]
Energy Northwest Breaks Ground on U.S. Route 12 Electric Vehicle Charging Network
RICHLAND, Wash. – Construction began yesterday on a network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations along the White Pass Scenic Byway on U.S. Route 12. The network will comprise eight new […]
U.S. Forest Service offers free access on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day
PORTLAND, Ore., Jan. 12, 2023 — The U.S. Forest Service will celebrate the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day federal holiday and recognize King’s work towards equality for all by waiving […]
Winter Weather Recreation Safety Tips for Public Lands
PORTLAND, Ore., Jan. 9, 2023 — The winter recreation season is in full swing, and Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service officials remind everyone that adventures are better and safer […]
Mt. Rainier’s Access to Paradise Saturdays and Sundays Only Starting November 29
Mount Rainier National Park Announces Winter 2022-23 Recreational Access Changes Ashford, Wash. – Mount Rainier National Park announced updates today to winter 2022-23 recreational access, including changes to the Paradise access […]