WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — Firefighters have been dispatched to 3 wildfires reported in the area around Ross Lake in eastern Whatcom County. The Perry Fire was reported about 5:45pm on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. The Spratt Fire was reported the same day about 6:20pm. The Big Beaver Fire was reported the next day about 10:15am.
Lightning struck several areas across North Cascades National Park Service Complex over the last several days with smoke and a handful of fires observed immediately following the lightning storms. Crews are working to suppress three fires in the park complex, including Thunder (approx. 1.5 acres), Perry (approx. 50 acres), and Big Beaver (approx. ¼ acre) Fires.
Trails and camps in the Little Beaver area of Ross Lake are closed due to proximity to the active fire. Additional closures may occur as more information becomes available. Visitors should check the park Fire Closures page prior to a visit for up-to-date trail and camp closure information.
Fire crews are still assessing potential fire activity associated with smoke reports within the park complex. Difficult and cliffy terrain, cloud cover, rain, and poor visibility may hamper aerial and ground suppression efforts.
– National Park Service (August 28, 2025)
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