Les Hilde Trailhead closed for overnight use for 2023

For more information go to the DNR website at: https://www.dnr.wa.gov/news/dnr-closes-vehicle-access-harry-osborne-state-forest-wake-vandalism-illegal-dumping

Burn Ban Information

Burn Bans are sometimes put into effect during the summer in Skagit County. Any burn bans will be announced here. Up to date information regarding burn bans can be found at the Skagit County Fire Marshal’s website as listed below.

Burn Ban lifted as of September 27, 2023

If you have any questions about open burning in Skagit County please contact the Skagit County Fire Marshal’s Office at 360-416-1840, or go to their website at www.skagitcounty.net/firemarshal

For current information on burn bans and specifications for approved fire pits, go to the Skagit County Fire Marshal’s website at www.skagitcounty.net/firemarshal , select the “Outdoor and Recreational Burning & Burn Bans” link and then the Campfire and Fire Pit Safety Tips link to access the PDF brochure.

Members are responsible to adhere to these local fire restrictions.

Any burn ban information will be posted here.
FYI – according to DNR personnel, our campsite is subject to Skagit County fire restrictions during burn bans, not DNR regulations.

Skagit County burn ban rules apply to Cowboy Campsite property. Even though Cowboy Campsite properties border DNR lands we are not subject to DNR fire ban restrictions. However, the CCMA Board reserves the right to impose restrictions set by DNR. Current DNR fire ban information can be checked online at the DNR Fire Danger and Burn Restrictions website. DNR Fire Danger and Burn Restrictions

Cowboy Campsite is NOT a hosted or staffed campground. Members and guests are required to adhere to current local burn ban restrictions.

In the event of a “Red Flag Warning” as issued by the National Weather Service, all outdoor burning, including recreational and cooking fires, shall be prohibited. (https://www.weather.gov/fire/)

Recreational fires are often allowed during “modified burn bans”. The link here indicated the requirements for approved fire pits: https://www.skagitcounty.net/Departments/Home/press/090123.htm

Campfire facts, fire pit designs, and safety tips can be found at: https://www.skagitcounty.net/FireMarshal/Documents/SC%20fire%20ring%20brochure.pdf

DNR Region Office Address:
Northwest Region
919 N. Township St.
Sedro Woolley WA 98284-9384
Phone: (360) 856-3500
E-mail: northwest.region@dnr.wa.gov