Olympic: Lightning Fire North of Maiden Peak
A small wildfire is burning near a ridgeline north of Maiden Peak in Olympic National Park, with no closures or evacuations for now.
If you're planning a hike in Olympic National Park, here's something worth keeping in mind. A lightning-sparked fire is currently burning near a ridgeline, about a mile north of Maiden Peak. It's still tightly contained, covering less than an acre for now, roughly half a football field.
Park crews are already on it. They're working this new start and bringing in extra resources, not just for this fire but to look for any other starts tied to the same storm. That's a sensible precaution after lightning, since a single storm can spark several hot spots that smolder before they flare up.
The good news for your trip is that no closures are in place at this point, and no evacuation orders have gone out. The park is open and accessible right now. You can still go ahead with your visit, just keep in mind that a fire situation can change fast and the guidance may shift.
Our advice is simple. Before you head out on trails in the area, check on access and follow the rangers' on-site instructions to the letter. If you see smoke, move away from it and report it. Plan for a way to adjust your route too, in case a stretch gets closed for a while as a safety measure.
To place Maiden Peak within the park and plan your visit with confidence, lean on the Olympic park guide, which breaks down the main areas and access points. And if you're thinking of folding Olympic into a longer trip along the coast, take a look at our road trip route that runs through the park, which will help you keep some flexibility in your schedule.