EXPERIENCE THE CASCADES

Mossy woods, photo by Gary Paull, US Forest Service.

Welcome to the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, one of the most visited forests in the country, located east of Seattle, Washington on the west side of the Cascades between the Canadian border and Mt. Rainier National Park. Here you will find glacier-covered peaks, spectacular mountain meadows and old-growth forests, rich in history and outdoor opportunities.

 


Migratory Bird Festival 2012

 Kulshan Kid Michael Choto, age 7 enjoys the touch tanks at the 2012 Migratory Bird Festival. photo by Kelly Sprute, US Forest Service.

North Cascades Institute  and the Forest Service  make nature and cultural history come alive for students at the annual Migratory Bird Festival. 

Recent News


Features

Temporary Outfitter and Guide Permits Available

River rafting bewet hi side

Outfitters and guides can now apply for temporary permits on the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest for river boating and fishing, climbing, hiking and skiing.
Apply
 

Spotlights

Japanese Americans Explore Heritage

Tosh and Toshiko Okamoto sit while visiting archeology sites on Mt Baker Snoqualmie Forest

Late this summer, Japanese Americans toured archeological sites on the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest to bring history to life. 

Youth Restore Lookout and More

Maxine Chan

“If the lookouts live up here for a whole year, where do they shower?” asked 14-year-old Nicky Dang.

 




Monte Cristo Mining Area Cleanup

Trail to Monte Cristo

The Forest Service plans to cleanup contaminated soil and water from the Monte Cristo area resulting from mining operations. Contamination exceeds human health and environmental limits.