Chinook and Cayuse Passes in Mount Rainier National Park closed due to heavy snowfall forecasts.

Chinook and Cayuse Passes on State Routes 410 and 123 in Mount Rainier National Park are temporarily closed due to a forecast of over 20 inches of snowfall within 24 hours. The closure began on October 31 and is aimed at ensuring the safety of travelers and maintenance crews amid worsening conditions and avalanche risks. The Washington State Department of Transportation will reassess the situation on November 4 to decide on reopening.

November 01, 2024
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