Permits
You must have a permit or other authorization to remove most forest products (such as firewood, mushrooms Christmas trees, transplants, and poles and posts) from the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Permits are also needed for activities such as large group gatherings, educational activities, film-making, or outfitting and guide services.
Boaters who use federal docks on Lake Chelan are required to display a Lake Chelan Federal Dock Site Permit.
Forest Product Permits
Find permit information for Christmas trees, firewood, transplants,
mushrooms, and more.
Special Use Permits
Special uses permit information including special events, summer homes, outfitter guides, communication sites, and more.
Lake Chelan Dock Permits
Boaters who use federal docks on Lake Chelan will be required to display a "Lake Chelan Federal Dock Site Permit."
Wilderness Permits
There are eight Congressionally designated Wilderness Areas in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Different permit requirements apply to these areas.