The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission reopened Pearrygin Lake State Park today, July 31, for camping and day use. The park, located near Winthrop off Highway 20, has been closed since July 18 because wildfires in the area caused power outages to the park. Power is now restored, and the water is clean and safe. The wildfire has not burned into the park. State Parks wants to let the public know of some significant activities going on above the park in both the Pearrygin and Bear Creek drainages: Helicopters will be dipping water from east end of the lake during daylight hours to help fight the Carlton Complex wildfire. The helicopters will be flying directly over the east campground. State Parks asks boaters to recreate in the area west of the East Boat Launch and to stay clear of the air operations. Fire crews are using the East Boat Launch to fill water tanks for frontline use and using the main road into the park. Visitors should watch out for heavy truck traffic, drive slowly and proceed with caution, especially on the hill. The boat launch is set up to accommodate both the water truck and the public. Swimming is not allowed at the launch. Campers may use pressurized gas and propane stoves and lanterns. Campfires are currently prohibited in all areas of the park as are candles, tiki torches or other open flames. Also, smoking is not allowed on trails or other areas outside of the irrigated parts of the park. State Parks asks visitors to not drive vehicles off roadways and to not park along the roads.
Posted on: Thu, 31 Jul 2014 21:44:11 +0000
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