Road maintenance is closing several trailheads in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.

Closure Dates and Locations

The closures impact trailheads on the Methow Valley Ranger District near Washington and Rainy Passes along State Route 20. Washington Pass Overlook and Bridge Creek Trailhead will be closed Aug. 18 - Sept. 7, while Rainy Pass Picnic Area and Rainy Pass North, part of the Pacific Crest Trail, will close Sept. 8 - 25.

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“Due to the popularity of these trails and high visitation rates in the North Cascades Scenic Highway corridor, other trailheads will fill up quickly,” said Methow Valley Ranger District Recreation Specialist Rosemary Seifried. “We recommend planning a hike in one of the lesser-v

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