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Fire Ban Lifted in Olympic National Park and Forest

As the temperatures drop and rain returns, Olympic National Park and National Forest kick off their fall tourist season with some great news. After 76 days (June 25th to September 9th) with no fires allowed in the backcountry, along the beaches or outside of established fire pits, campers around one of America’s most popular wilderness …

Campfire Ban in Olympic National Park’s Backcountry Wilderness

In news that should come as no surprise, Olympic National Park officials have issued a ban on backcountry campfires, including the coastal sections of the park. In a press release issues on June 24th, 2015,  Sarah Creachbaum announced that campfires in Olympic National Park will  be allowed ONLY in established fire grates at front-country campgrounds.  The ban …