okanogan-wenatchee national forest

Officials with the U.S. Forest Service are reminding campers and other visitors to be more responsible with both fire and garbage when recreating in the National Forest.

The U.S. Forest Service is cautioning visitors about changing snow conditions caused by warmer weather. Forest Service officials say trails might be icier during the morning hours due to daytime snowmelt that creates water which freezes during the night...

Stay safe on National Forest roads this winter by respecting closures for wildlife protection and public safety. Check road status before heading out!

New regulations in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest aim to reduce bear attractants and conflicts with humans for a safer coexistence.

After another busy summer season, many campgrounds in the region will soon begin the process of shutting down prior to the arrival of winter. Spokesperson Robin DiMario with the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest says there are a number of things which need to be done when closing a campground for the season...

People no longer must physically go to the Wenatchee River Ranger Station in Leavenworth but can enter the lottery through an app

As the daylight shortens and the weather gets chillier there's still a number of activities for people to enjoy in the national forest. Fall is a popular time for cutting firewood from the forest and spokesperson Robin DeMario with the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest says there's a few things you'll need to have besides a sharpened axe when doing so...

Ice Fest in Leavenworth takes place Saturday and Sunday, while Winterfest in Lake Chelan starts its two weekend stretch on Friday.