Here's where fires in Washington state are burning
FOX 13 Seattle is tracking multiple wildfires burning across Washington, including several fires that are among the state's top ten largest wildfires since 1973.
While many wildfires have reached full containment, 100% containment doesn't mean a fire is 100% extinguished. It simply means the fire is fully surrounded, though it can still actively burn and produce smoke.
Keep reading for a breakdown of each wildfire currently burning in Washington state.
Washington wildfire map
WA wildfire map as of Sept. 7, 2026.
Little Giant Fire in Chelan County
The Little Giant Fire in Chelan County is currently the largest active wildfire in Washington state in 2026, and among the top 10 largest wildfires in the state on record. According to Watch Duty, the fire has reached 172,704 total acres with 81% containment, as of Sept. 15.
Investigators say the fire ignited on July 15 after a lightning strike. About 1,000 personnel are working to strengthen containment lines and are monitoring for any potential growth.
Officials said at least 35 structures have been lost in the Little Giant Fire, including two primary homes, 13 secondary homes/cabins and 21 outbuildings.
Little Giant Fire map
Map of the Little Giant Fire on Sept. 8, 2026. (Watch Duty)
There are Level 3 "Go Now", Level 2 "Get Set" and Level 1 "Get Ready" evacuation orders in place for the Little Giant Fire. Updates on evacuation zones can be found on the Chelan County Incident Map.
Sinlahekin Fire in Okanogan County
The Sinlahekin Fire, burning near Tonasket, Washington, is the state's second-largest wildfire of 2026. It has burned approximately 166,021 acres and is 77% contained.
The fire started from a lightning strike on July 26. It was Washington's largest active wildfire of 2026 before being surpassed by the Little Giant Fire on Aug. 31. Nearly 900 personnel are continuing fire suppression efforts.
Level 2 "Get Set" and Level 1 "Get Ready" evacuation orders are in place for the Sinlahekin Fire. For an updated evacuation map of all Okanogan County wildfires, check Perimeter Map.
Sinlahekin Fire map
Map of the Sinlahekin Fire burning near Tonasket, Washington. (Aug. 31, 2026) (Watch Duty)
Ptarmigan Fire in Okanogan County
The Ptarmigan Fire, located northwest of Mazama, is burning an estimated 25,166 acres and is 73% contained.
The fire was caused by lightning. Various trails within the Pasayten Wilderness are currently closed. A full list of closed trails can be found on the U.S. Forest Service website.
Luna Fire in North Cascades National Park
The Luna Fire, burning in North Cascades National Park near Diablo, has grown to more than 7,878 acres and is 34% contained.
Crews are continuing to monitor the fire as its growth remains minimal. Wildfire risk assessments and point protection operations were conducted in Diablo and Ross Lake Resort.
Border 2 fire on the Washington-Canadian border
The Border 2 Fire, burning northeast of Ross Lake along the Washington-Canadian border, has reached 22,860 acres and is 73% contained.
The Border 2 Fire is located between the Ptarmigan Fire and the Luna Fire. The suspected cause is lightning, initially sparked in Washington before spreading across the border into Canada.
Multiple trails and campgrounds in the area are closed. More information can be found on the National Park Service website.
Ptarmigan, Luna and Border 2 Fire map
Map of the Luna, Border 2 and Ptarmigan Fires on Sept. 8, 2026. (Watch Duty)
Three Queens Fire near Snoqualmie Pass
The Three Queens Fire, burning north of Kachess Lake in Kittitas County, is approximately 9,531 acres and is 20% contained.
The fire was sparked by a lighting strike on July 15. The burn area is in steep, rocky terrain, and fire crews are continuing to create control lines and prevent further spread.
Level 3 "Go Now," Level 2 "Get Ready" and Level 1 "Get Set" evacuations and forest closures are in place. Evacuation zones can be found on the Kittitas County Live Active Map.
Goat Fire near Snoqualmie Pass
The lightning-caused Goat Fire, burning northwest of the Three Queens Fire, is approximately 816 acres and is now 22% contained.
A Level 3 "Go Now" Evacuation Warning is in effect for Salmon La Sac north of French Cabin Creek, per the Kittitas County Sheriff's Office.
King Fire near Snoqualmie Pass
The King Fire, burning north of the Three Queens Fire, has reached 3,298 acres and remains 0% contained as of Sept. 15.
The fire is burning within an old fire scar in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, burning dead and downed trees. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Three Queens Fire, Goat Fire and King Fire map
Map of the Three Queens, Goat and King fires near Snoqualmie Pass in Kittitas County. (Sept. 8, 2026)
Sisi Fire in Chelan County
Crews are actively monitoring the Sisi Fire, burning eight miles northwest of Stehekin. It has burned 3,460 acres and is 5% contained, as of Sept. 15.
Firefighters made an initial attack on the fire when it sparked on Aug. 14, but had to retreat due to burning trees and falling debris. Crews are now working to establish control lines after clearing hazardous trees.
Sisi Fire map
Map of the Sisi Fire in Chelan County. (Sept. 8, 2026) (Watch Duty)
West Fork Fire near Mount Rainier
The West Fork Fire is burning northwest of the Sunrise Visitor Center in Mount Rainier National Park. The fire was first reported as a 5-acre vegetation fire on Aug. 25. As of Sep. 15, the fire has burned about 310 acres and is 16% contained.
Map of the West Fork Fire burning in Mount Rainier National Park (Aug. 31, 2026). (Watch Duty)
High Lava Fire in Skamania County
The High Lava Fire, burning northeast of Vancouver, Washington, is currently mapped at 2,899 acres and is 63% contained.
Firefighters are working to strengthen containment lines as the fire's growth remains minimal. The cause of the fire was determined to be lightning.
High Lava Fire map
Map of the High Lava Fire burning in Skamania County, Washington. (Aug. 27, 2026) (U.S. Forest Service)
Paradise Fire near Walla Walla
The Paradise Fire, located about 20 miles east of Walla Walla, is burning 9,654 acres and is 86% contained as of Sep. 15.
The fire has spread to four different counties, burning in the Mill Creek Watershed area between the Washington and Oregon state line. Governor Bob Ferguson has declared an emergency over the impacts the Paradise Fire could have on Walla Walla's water supply.
Evacuations for the Paradise Fire have been lifted, but forest and road closures remain in effect.. A full map of evacuation zones can be found online.
Paradise Fire Map
Map of the Paradise Fire burning near Walla Walla. (Sept. 8, 2026) (Watch Duty)
Mt. Tom Creek Fire burning in WA's Olympic National Park
The lightning-caused Mt. Tom Creek Fire, burning high in a remote area on the west side of Olympic National Park, is burning 69 acres and was 75% contained. Information about this wildfire has not been updated since July 28.
According to fire officials, the wildfire is about six miles from the Hoh Rain Forest, but all trails, the Visitor Center and campgrounds remain open to the public.
Mt. Tom Creek Fire map
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Kaiser Canyon Fire in Okanogan County (Contained)
The Kaiser Canyon Fire near Nespelem, Washington, burned about 138,293 acres and is now 100% contained.
It started on July 16 by a lightning strike. The fire spread significantly due to strong winds, and was initially Washington's biggest wildfire of 2026.
All evacuations have been lifted for the Kaiser Canyon Fire. Crews are now focusing on containing the Sinlahekin Fire in Okanogan County.
Kaiser Canyon Fire Map
Map of the Kaiser Canyon Fire burning near Nespelem, Washington. (Aug. 12, 2026) (Watch Duty)
Colwash Fire near Sunnyside (Contained)
The Colwash Fire, located west of Mabton, is a 39,073-acre vegetation fire that started on Aug. 22. It's now 100% contained.
Aerial view of the Colwash Fire (Watch Duty)
All evacuation orders for the Colwash Fire have been lifted. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Modrite Fire in Ferry County (Contained)
The Modrite Fire, located west of Lake Roosevelt near Inchelium, Washington, burned an estimated 57,594 acres in Ferry County. It's now 100% contained.
It sparked on July 17 after a lightning strike. All evacuation orders have been lifted.
Modrite Fire map
Map of the Modrite Fire burning near Inchelium, Washington. (Aug. 12, 2026) (Watch Duty)
Grand Park 2 Fire near Mount Rainier (contained)
The Grand Park 2 Fire near Mount Rainier burned about 168 acres and is 100% contained.
The fire sparked on Aug. 7, with the cause still undetermined. Crews are continuing to monitor several others fires that sparked in Mount Rainier National Park.
Casey Fire near Kahlotus (contained)
The Casey Fire, located near the previously extinguished Nunamaker Road Fire in Franklin County, is a 1,000 acre brush fire that began in a wheat field on Aug. 22. It's now 100% contained.
All evacuations for the Casey Fire have been lifted.
Spokane Complex Fires: Old Trails, Autumn Lake, Fairview fires (contained)
Three major wildfires in the Spokane area destroyed more than 900 structures and forced over 60,000 people to evacuate. It's Washington state's most destructive wildfire this year and officials estimate it will cost $1 billion to rebuild.
The trio of fires sparked on Aug. 1 and high winds caused them to quickly spread, engulfing hundreds of homes. All three wildfires are now 100% contained:
- Old Trails Fire: Burned 3,176 acres in the Indian Trail area northwest of Airway Heights.
- Autumn Lane Fire: Burned 5,764 acres in the Nine Mile Falls area of northwestern Spokane.
- Fairview Fire: Burned about 992 acres in the Mead and Peone Prairie area of northeast Spokane.
All evacuations for the Spokane Complex Fires have been lifted as forward progress of the fires has been stopped.
Hudspeth Fire near Fruitland (contained)
The Hudspeth Fire near Fruitland burned about 6,725 acres and is 100% contained.
Hudspeth Fire map
Map of the Hudspeth Fire burning near Fruitland, Washington. (Aug. 12, 2026) (Watch Duty)
Evacuations for the fire have been lifted, as firefighters have it fully contained. For more information, visit the Stevens County Evacuation Map.
Bradeen Hill Fire in Stevens County (contained)
The Bradeen Hill Fire, located in Stevens County near Lake Roosevelt, burned 4,417 acres and is 100% contained.
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Firefighters have secured a perimeter around the fire and evacuations levels have been reduced. An updated map can be found online.
Bradeen Hill Fire map
Map of the Bradeen Hill Fire in Stevens County. (Aug. 12, 2026) (Watch Duty)
Nunamaker Road Fire in Franklin County (contained)
The Nunamaker Road Fire, burning in Franklin County along the Snake River, is approximately 20,042 acres and 100% contained.
Map of the Nunamaker Road Fire burning near Kahlotus, Washington. (Aug. 12, 2026) (Watch Duty)
Reevas Basin Fire in Okanogan County (contained)
The Reevas Basin Fire, located east of Tonasket, burned about 233 acres and is 100% contained.
A map of the Reevas Basin Fire in Okanogan County (Aug. 17, 2026) (Watch Duty)
Prairie Mountain Fire in Skagit County (contained)
The Prairie Mountain Fire in Skagit County was located about eight miles northeast of Darrington along State Highway 530. It burned 142 acres and is 100% contained.
Prairie Mountain Fire Map (Aug. 7) (Watch Duty)
Wells Road Fire (contained)
The Wells Road Fire, burning near Rosalia, Washington, burned approximately 1,865 acres and has been fully contained.
(Watch Duty)
Six years ago, a deadly wildfire destroyed 80% of this town in Whitman County.
Skyo Fire in Lewis County (contained)
The Skyo Fire near Packwood, Washington, burned about 254 acres and is now 100% contained.
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Skyo Fire map
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Palouse River Fire near Pullman (contained)
The Palouse River Fire in Colfax, Washington burned approximately 637 acres and is 100% contained.
(Watch Duty)
Mitre Rock Fire in Stevens and Lincoln Counties (contained)
The Mitre Rock Fire, burning near Fort Spokane, reached 4,518 acres is now 100% contained.
(Watch Duty)
Mitre Rock Fire map
Map of Mitre Rock Fire burning near Fort Spokane, Washington. (Aug. 3, 2026) (Watch Duty)
Little Goose Fire in Franklin County (contained)
The Little Goose Fire burned 7,564 acres southeast of the Nunamker Road Fire. The fire is 100% contained.
(Watch Duty)
Railroad Fire in Grant County (contained)
The Railroad Fire located south of Vantage, Washington, in Grant County burned 8,216 acres and reached 100% containment.
(Watch Duty)
The Railroad fire destroyed several structures and forced mandatory evacuations for several communities. All evacuation orders have since been lifted.
Signal Peak Fire in Yakima County (contained)
A 3,000-acre wildfire in Yakima County, near the town of White Swan, has been fully contained. The Signal Peak Fire threatened homes, crops, infrastructure and cultural sites. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
B and O Fire in Okanogan County (contained)
As of July 15, the B and O Fire burning northwest of the city of Okanogan has burned 2,762 acres and was reported 100% contained as of July 26.
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According to Watch Duty, all areas near the B and O Fire evacuation zone are now under a Level 1 "Get Ready" Advisory.
B and O Fire in Okanogan, WA
A Red Cross evacuation center is open, and the Okanogan County Fairgrounds is accepting evacuated animals.
Multiple wildfires spark in Franklin County, WA (contained)
The four different wildfires that sparked in Franklin County after lightning strikes are now 100% contained after burning nearly 47,000 acres.
Lyons Ferry Fire
Lyons Ferry Fire in Franklin County (contained)
The Lyons Ferry Fire near Kahlotus reached 33,749 acres and is now 100% contained.
Lyons Ferry Fire (InciWeb)
Neff Jones Fire in Franklin County (contained)
The Neff Jones Fire reached 7,276 acres northeast of Richland and is now 100% contained.
Devils Canyon Fire in Franklin County (contained)
The Devils Canyon Fire south of Kahlotus reached nearly 5,000 acres and is now 100% contained.
Wallace Walker Fire in Franklin County (contained)
The Wallace Walker Fire, which sparked just southwest of the Devils Canyon Fire along the Snake River, reached 801 acres and is now 100% contained.
All four wildfires that sparked due to lightning strikes in Franklin County are 100% contained. (Watch Duty)
Royal Lake Fire in Adams County (contained)
The Royal Lake Fire, located west of Othello in Adams County, is now 100% contained after burning 2,037 acres.
Plum Fire in Lincoln County (contained)
A 150-acre wildfire, sparked in Lincoln County on July 15, was named the Plum Fire. It was burning near the city of Grand Coulee.
(Watch Duty)
State fire mobilization was authorized for the Plum Fire, which officials said threatened homes and power lines. The fire began around 5:30 p.m. and primarily burnt wheatgrass and sagebrush.
While the fire reached 100% containment, the cause is under investigation.
Quincy Lakes Fire burning near WA's Ancient Lakes (contained)
The Quincy Lakes Fire, which prompted Grant County officials to issue a Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation order, is now 100% contained as of July 13.
Evacuation levels for the Ancient Lakes area have also been downgraded to Level 2.
All of Ancient Lakes were under a Level 2 "Get Set" evacuation order. However, through the hard work of responding crews, firefighters were able to get it fully contained. It reached a total of 289 acres.
Transfer Fire burning in Lake Chelan (contained)
The Transfer Fire sparked just east of Lake Chelan prompted emergency officials to issue evacuation orders.
As of July 13, all evacuation levels have been lifted. The fire is now 100% contained, and reached 35 acres in size.
Transfer Fire near Lake Chelan on July 12, 2026. (Source: ALERTWest)
Chelan Hills Fire burning in Douglas County (contained)
First spotted in the early hours of July 4, a wildfire in Douglas County, across from Lake Chelan, burned nearly 10,000 acres, with some reports saying more than 100 structures had been destroyed.
As of July 10, the fire was 100% contained.
Chelan Hills fire burns in Douglas County near Lake Chelan, Washington
Douglas County Sheriff Tyler Caille says investigators believe someone started the fire near Highway 97 at or around midnight on July 4 before it spread into the surrounding area. Caille confirms a criminal investigation is currently underway.
County officials fear the death toll could rise as emergency teams gain access to heavily burned areas.
The sheriff says teams with search dogs will be going from parcel to parcel in McNeil Canyon to make sure everyone is accounted for following the fire.
Firefighting planes scoop water to battle the Chelan Hills fire in Douglas County, Washington near Lake Chelan on July 4, 2026
Ryegrass Coulee Fire in Kittitas County (contained)
The Ryegrass Coulee Fire sparked near the Vantage Bridge on July 8, prompted a full closure of I-90 and Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations for the entire city of Vantage.
As of July 10, the fire is 100% contained and reached 537 acres.
Wildfire burning near Vantage, WA (Credit: Jacqueline Steele)
Crawford Oaks Fire burning in Klickitat County (contained)
There are no longer evacuation orders in place for people living in the area of the Crawford Oaks Fire in Klickitat County. The previous Level 3 orders were put in place when the fire was moving quickly through grassy areas north of Highway 14.
Heading into the Fourth of July weekend, officials closed Highway from Avery Park to Highway 197. However, the roadway has since reopened. People driving on the road are asked to restrict themselves to driving 35 mph as many firefighting and road crews still remain in the area.
Henderson Fire near Lake Chelan (contained)
Evacuation orders were dropped for the Henderson Fire burning in Chelan County. This wildfire broke out near Henderson Road on July 1.
It initially prompted Level 1, 2 and 3 evacuations near Lake Chelan, but were lowered hours later by Chelan County Emergency Management. Officials say the human-caused fire burned hundreds of acres.
Hamilton Fire burning near Winthrop (contained)
Evacuation orders for areas west of Winthrop in Okanogan County have been removed after the fire's rapid growth previously prompted the entire town to evacuate.
The Hamilton Fire started around 9 a.m. on June 28, and by the early afternoon it had grown to roughly 300 acres with no immediate signs of stopping.
Deputy State Fire Marshal Amy Thornton said it was burning grass and brush and threatened homes, infrastructure and public safety.
By June 30, the Okanogan County Emergency Management team confirmed the fire was 100% contained and all advisories were removed.
Kartar Fire near Omak (contained)
The Kartar Fire burned 11,746 acres south and east of Omak Lake on the Colville Reservation, about 15 miles southeast of Omak. As of July 2, the fire was 100% contained.
A total of 276 firefighting personnel worked on the fire, which investigators believe was human-caused. The fire was first reported on June 16 around 7 p.m.
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Garred Road Fire near Coulee City (contained)
The Garred Road Fire burned 3,369 acres in Grant and Douglas counties, about 4 miles west of Coulee City, and is now 100% contained.
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The fire was first reported on June 22 around 4 p.m.
Upriver Fire burning in Spokane (contained)
The Upriver Fire, burning a mile east of Spokane, is now 100% contained. It reached 213 acres in size.
The human-caused fire forced about 1,500 residents to evacuate and destroyed at least 15 homes.
Snake River Fire near Clarkston (contained)
The Snake River Fire, which burned approximately five miles northwest of Clarkston, was first reported on June 12. It is now 100% contained, burning a total of 693 acres.
The cause of the Snake River Fire remains under investigation.
See the full list of wildfires that scorched Washington state in 2025.
The Source: Information in this story comes from InciWeb, Watch Duty, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the FOX 13 Seattle Weather Team.