BLM temporarily closes recreation sites across Washington State

BLM temporarily closes recreation sites across Washington State

The following press releases was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management on April 6, 2020. It is reproduced in full below.

* Yakima River Canyon (Umtanum, Big Pines, Lmuma, and Roza)

* Liberty

* Chopaka Lake

* Palmer Mountain/Washburn Lake

* Rock Creek

* Twin Lakes

* Coffeepot Lake

* Lakeview Ranch

* Pacific Lake

* Patos Island

* Blind Island

* Posey Island

Many BLM-managed trails and open spaces not listed can be visited by those who live close enough that a trip does not involve non-essential travel. All restrooms are locked and services are temporarily suspended. If you have questions regarding a BLM location, please call (509)-536-1200.

The BLM encourages responsible, local recreation to avoid putting strain on other communities. Visitors are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace principles. Please bring your own sanitary products, including toilet paper and hand sanitizer, and pack out all trash.

These closures are pursuant to the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR): 43 CFR § 8364.1, 43 CFR § 9268.3(d)(1), and 43 CFR § 8365.1-4.

Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management

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