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Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
Welcome to the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is a large and diverse landscape, encompassing 3.8 million acres along the east slopes of the Cascade Range in Washington.
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Fire Restrictions
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Prescribed Fire
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Maps
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Passes & Permits
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Conditions
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Hiking
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News and Events
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Mushroom Picking
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Firewood Cutting
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Camping
View camping opportunities on the forest.
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Central Washington Initiative
Information about Central Washington Initiative
Other frequently requested information:
Christmas tree permit information
Burned Area Emergency Response
Safe Storage, Possession, and Handling of Food and Refuse
Connect with Us
Recent News
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Citizens Sought for Resource Advisory Committee vacancies
Release Date: Dec 2, 2024
Features
Northwest Forest Plan & Amendment
The Northwest Forest Plan covers 24.5 million acres of federally managed lands in California, Oregon, and Washington. It was established in 1994 to address threats to threatened and endangered species while also contributing to social and economic sustainability in the region. After nearly 30 years, the Northwest Forest Plan needs to be updated to accommodate changed ecological and social conditions.
Learn more and get involved: https://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/r6/nwfp.
Spanish Camp Cabin
In late August and September, Methow Valley Ranger District backcountry recreation crews completed emergency roof repairs on the historic Spanish Camp Cabin located in the Pasayten Wilderness.
Spotlights
Outdoor Essentials Poster
Remember what to take before you head outdoors! Here's a one-page infographic to make it simple (in English, Spanish, and Russian).
Holden Mine Cleanup Update
A massive mine clean-up is restoring the landscape and protecting water quality. The first 5 Year Review Report is also available.
Celebrating Wildflowers
Celebrating Wildflowers is dedicated to enjoyment of the thousands of wildflowers growing on our national forests, and to education about the values of native plants.
Visitor Use Reports
The National Visitor Use Monitoring program provides information about recreation visitors to national forests.
