WONDERLAND COMPLEX
Updated
Environment
Right Now
| TODAY | SEP 21 | SEP 22 | SEP 23 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | | | | |
| Area Fire Potential | TODAY Lowest SEP 21 Lowest SEP 22 Lowest SEP 23 Lowest | |||
| Area Fuels | Timber (Litter and Understory) | |||
Response
LEAD AGENCY
National Parks ServiceRESPONSE LEVEL
Type 4Details
Inciweb Media
Recent media provided by InciWeb of Washington fire activity.
WONDERLAND COMPLEX Fire Report — September 20, 2026
Fire activity remains minimal as crews monitor smoldering park fuels
The Wonderland Complex is burning in timber litter and understory within Mount Rainier National Park near Snoquera. Fire activity has remained minimal over the past 72 hours following rainfall, with behavior limited to creeping, smoldering, and isolated torching. No communities are threatened, though crews continue monitoring and assessing protection for backcountry patrol cabins at Lake James and Mystic Lake.
Evacuations and Closures
- No evacuation orders or warnings are in effect as of September 20, 2026.
- Sunrise Road remains closed to motorized public vehicles as of September 18, 2026, but is open to pedestrians and cyclists.
- Sunrise visitor facilities remain curtailed as of September 18, 2026, with potable water shut off and main restrooms closed.
Impact
Cooler conditions across the Cascades have lowered atmospheric mixing heights, trapping lingering smoke near valley floors. At Sunrise, public water is shut off and main restrooms are closed due to curtailed park visitor services.
Conditions and Outlook
Cooler, overcast weather will continue over the next few days, bringing fog, higher humidity, and westerly breezes. Fire behavior is expected to remain low, though heavier dead fuels retain heat and rollout on steep terrain can cause localized creeping. Firefighters will maintain existing value-protection measures, secure suppression water sources, and monitor backcountry structures.
Cause and Context
The cause of the fire remains undetermined. Management of the complex is transitioning as the incident management team concludes operations following damp weather and reduced fire activity.
Official updates current through September 20, 2026.