Washington Closures and Restrictions
Washington
Beacon Rock State Park
Closure affects the south face of Beacon Rock and is in effect from February 1 — July 15. Park rangers are monitoring the area frequently during this nesting time. Contact: Ranger, State Park Manager Tel: 509.427.8265.
Horsethief Butte
(North of the Dalles): OPEN but no chalk is allowed here and no drilling of bolts. There have been a few bolts placed here with permission (apparently). This is a sacred Native American site.
Midnight and Noontime Rocks, Leavenworth
SEASONAL CLOSURE - Midnight and Noontime Rocks, in Tumwater Canyon, are closed to entry from April 1 to July 31, 2006 to protect nesting raptors. The closure area includes these rocks and the area immediately above and between them. Once nesting is confirmed, restrictions will be lifted on the rocks not being used. If you have any information regarding the raptor nest, questions, or comments, please contact the Leavenworth FS Ranger Station at (509) 548-6977.
Tieton River
Oakcreek Wildlife Area. Area-wide closures go into effect February 1 – April 1. Once it’s determined where raptors are nesting, site specific closures will be posted. Sites with active nesting will be closed through July 31. Contact: John Mcgowan, Area Manager Tel: 509.653.2390.