Mt. Baker Highway Conditions (SR-42)
Know before you go...
Please be prepared for limited sight distance and bumpy driving on all Forest Service roads. Bring extra clothing, food, water, blankets, first aid kit, and let someone know your destination and expected day/time of return. Check current weather and for campfire restrictions prior to your trip.
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Alerts & Warnings
- Mountain Loop Highway and Mt. Pilchuck Rd Closed for Winter!
- Franklin Falls Sno-Park Opening for Winter 2024/25!
- Road to Artist Point Closed for the Season!
- Vault toilets at many locations now closed for the season.
- Lake 22 Trail Closure Extended
- Some Trails Still Closed due to Fire Activity
- PCT between Mica Lake and Suiattle Pass and Suiattle River Rd all Open!
- Campfire, Shooting and Other Restrictions Have been Lifted!
- Emergency Closure of Carbon River Bridge!
- Middle Fork Camping Closure
- Camping Restrictions
- Fireworks and Explosive Targets Prohibition
- Read this Before Climbing or Backpacking on Mt. Baker
- Food storage rules for Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie NF
- Alcohol Prohibitions