Know Before You Go - Wildfires and Fire Season

Mid-August is peak wildfire season in the Pacific Northwest. Historically, we often have multiple large landscape wildfires burning on public lands that can force unanticipated, last-minute restricted access, including public lands roads. Smoke from nearby wildfires may also be an issue in August and could impede your view of the eclipse.

Familiarize yourself with the Forest Fire Danger Ratings - These signs will inform you about current conditions as you visit public lands.