Olympic National Forest - Alerts & Notices

Conditions

Remember, conditions can change rapidly, especially in backcountry areas. Always check weather reports before your trip, pack the ten essential systems and be prepared for all kinds of weather. Bring plenty of water and pack out all trash. Review our safety tips.

Forest Roads View a list of Forest Road conditions. Contact your local ranger station to inquire about a specific route. Please note that wildlife gates are closed from October 1 until May 1. Forest roads are prone to flooding and washouts. Never attempt to cross road washouts as you could easily get trapped. Travel with your lights on, obey speed limits, and watch for pedestrians and other vehicles.

Washington Roads (wsdot.wa.gov): Washington traffic cameras; Olympic Peninsula Washington roads map

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Maple Fire Closures & Updates
Area(s): Elk Lake Trail #805, Elk Lake Lower Trailhead, Jefferson Lake Trail, Jefferson Lake Trailhead, Jefferson Ridge Trail #808, Jefferson Ridge Trailhead

Date(s): Dec 11, 2018
The Maple Fire has been declared contained. The fire area south of the Hamma Hamma River (including Forest Roads 2421, 2401, and a portion of 12441) remains closed due to hazards posed by falling trees and rolling rocks from the burned area.
- Trail Closures: Beaver Pond Loop #815, Jefferson Ridge/Lakes Trail (#808), Upper & Lower Elk Lake Trail (#805).
- Road Closures: Forest Roads 2421, 2401 & spur roads, 2441 at MP 5 to the terminus.
- Maps: Maple Fire Closure & Map Updated 12/11/2018,
Fire progression story map

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