North Cascades National Park

The park complex experienced severe weather events following flood damage in December 2025, causing unsafe conditions and limiting basic infrastructure in some areas. Operations at Stehekin Landing are limited.

The following established climbing management areas are closed to all public use from March 1, 2026 to July 15, 2026 to protect peregrine falcon nesting aeries: Newhalem Crag East and Newhalem Crag West (Ryan’s Wall).

Cascade River Road is closed to vehicles at milepost 20 (Eldorado) two miles before the trailhead. Foot and bicycle traffic is permitted beyond the gate. Do not block gate.

State Route 20 is closed at milepost 130 (Colonial Creek Campground) in both lanes. Diablo Lake Overlook is not accessible beyond the closure. For more information click the link to the WSDOT real time map.

The Stehekin area is prone to flooding, which increases in a post-fire environment. Know before you go – visit the Post Fire Safety page for information on what to do in a flash flood and debris flow area

Until further notice, the gate at Hozomeen will remain closed; vehicle and foot traffic across the US/Canada border is prohibited. Visitors must enter through a designated port of entry.

For closures due to fire activity visit the Fire Closures page, including trail, area, and camp closures for current and post fire conditions.

Due to silt accumulation, the Diablo Lake boat launch at Colonial Creek South Campground is not usable for launching most powerboats. Expect shallow or no water at the launch ramp and the possibility of needing to carry your boat to or from the water.

Prevent smashed windows and theft. Break-ins are not uncommon at trailheads along State Route 20. Remove your valuables and electronics and take associated electronic cords.