Naneum Ridge State Forest
The area and road west of Coleman Creek Road is closed to walk-in and vehicle access.
The portion of the Naneum Ridge State Forest, located North of Ellensburg in Kittitas County, remains closed to protect both firefighters and the public as crews continue to monitor the Table Mountain Fire. The closure includes the area west of Coleman Creek Road. The area will remain closed at least through the weekend. Closure includes both vehicle and walk-in access.
Hunters are encouraged to visit Colockum, Quilomene, and Whiskey Dick Wildlife areas, managed by the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW)
View a map of the Naneum Ridge State Forest with closure area.
Walker Valley ORV Recreation Area
Walker Valley’s 36 miles of trails are closed to off road vehicles and all other recreation use.
The 36 miles of trails were closed to public access on Sunday, October 7, due to fire danger and will remain closed until Monday, October 15. The wildfire, which started Saturday, is burning in an area where a recent timber harvest took place, as well as in older standing timber and threatens the safety of those using the popular ORV trails. The fire was 50 percent contained by Sunday evening. The fire has a high potential for renewed growth because of the heavily wooded conditions and the presence of slash piles.
Recreation areas remained closed for public and firefighter safety as wildfire suppression efforts continue. Photo by: DNR/Diana Lofflin
We appreciate patience with these closures as wildfire suppression efforts continue. The goal is to protect public and firefighter safety as fire crews continue their work. Recreation areas will re-open as soon as fire conditions allow safe return.
To get the latest on DNR hunting closures and fire safety tips, visit Hunting Alert.
For updates check http://www.dnr.wa.gov/recreation
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