April 1, 2019 A seasonal raptor closure is in place for Midnight and Noontime Rock in Tumwater Canyon and volunteer raptor monitoring is underway at Index. Check Mountain Project for updates. Thanks for your help in sharing our cliffs with wildlife!

March 1, 2019 A seasonal raptor closure will be in place for select Newhalem climbing areas to protect nesting Peregrine falcons in the Ross Lake National Recreation Area of North Cascades National Park. The WCC asks that you respect this closure. Thank You.

May 14, 2018 Nesting falcons with chicks have been located on the Diamond. Avoid climbing above pitch 4 on affected area. The WCC in conjunction with State Parks has instituted a voluntary closure in this area through July 15th. The WCC asks that you respect this closure. Thank You.