Environmental Factors

A hazy view looking South from Sunrise area with poor visibility of any distant hills and peaks.
Air Quality

Air quality, which can be affected by wildfire smoke and other pollutants, is one of the environmental factors monitored in the park.

A river flows out of the terminus of a rock-covered glacier on the slopes of a mountain.
Water Quality

Aquatic resources in the park include numerous lakes, rivers, springs, and wetlands that are critical habitat for numerous species.

A glacier-covered volcanic peak towers over ridges, forested valleys, and an alpine lake.
Climate Change Science

To help anticipate the effects of climate change, scientists are studying the glaciers, rivers, meadows, forests, and wildlife of the park.

A plume of wildfire smoke rises from behind a forested mountain ridge.
Wildland Fire

Updates and information about active wildfires affecting the park.

Last updated: March 18, 2025

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55210 238th Avenue East
Ashford, WA 98304

Phone:

360 569-2211

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