Rocky Mountain Wilderness
Flood Advisory issued July 21 at 7:24PM MDT until July 21 at 9:15PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
* WHAT...Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...West Central Larimer County in north central Colorado... * WHEN...Until 915 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 724 PM MDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This may cause small stream flooding. Between 0.5 and 1.5 inches of rain have fallen. - This includes the following streams and drainages... Rawah Creek, Sheep Creek, North Fork Rawah Creek, Camp Creek, Nunn Creek, Laramie River, Joe Wright Creek, Deadman Creek, Two and One Half Creek, Brinker Creek and North Fork West Branch Laramie River. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Mainly rural areas of West Central Larimer County.
Flood Advisory issued July 21 at 7:21PM MDT until July 21 at 9:15PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...Central Larimer County in north central Colorado... * WHEN...Until 915 PM MDT. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 721 PM MDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the advisory area. Up to 1 inch of rain has fallen. - Some locations that will experience flooding include... Kinikinik.
Air Quality Alert issued July 21 at 4:10PM MDT by NWS Denver CO
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued the following... WHAT...Ozone Action Day Alert. WHERE...Douglas, Jefferson, Denver, western Arapahoe, western Adams, Broomfield, Boulder, Larimer, and Weld Counties WHEN...400 PM Tuesday July 21 to 400 PM Wednesday July 22 IMPACTS...Ozone Action Day Alert is now in effect for the Front Range Urban Corridor. Hot and sunny weather with limited chances for afternoon storms will allow ozone concentrations to reach the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups category on Tuesday and Wednesday. On Tuesday elevated ozone is possible in the Denver Metro area, Fort Collins, Greeley, and surrounding areas. On Wednesday the highest ozone is expected to be confined to locations within the Denver Metro area. For Colorado air quality conditions, forecasts, and advisories, visit: https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colorado_summary.aspx If possible, please help us reduce ozone pollution by limiting driving gas and diesel-powered vehicles until at least 4 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Colorado is also addressing ozone pollution through state policies. For more information about health impacts and how ozone pollution forms in Colorado, visit: https://cdphe.colorado.gov/ozone- pollution-and-your-health HEALTH INFORMATION...Increasing likelihood of respiratory symptoms and breathing discomfort in active children and adults and people with lung disease, such as asthma. Active children and adults, and people with lung disease, such as asthma, should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions - Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Stage 2 fire restrictions are now in place on our Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions - Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts
Stage 2 fire restrictions are now in place on our Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts.
Fire Restrictions
There are currently fire restrictions in place on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions:Sulphur Ranger District within Grand County Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts within Boulder, Clear Creek, Gilpin and Jefferson…
Sulphur Ranger District Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions for the Sulphur Ranger District
West Crystal A - Mechanical Fuelbreak Area and Road Closure
A closure is in effect to ensure human health and safety during mechanical fuel treatment operations and minimize conflict between the contractor and the general public.
Area Closure Surrounding the Devils Nose Target Range
Closure surrounding target range for public safety.
Caribou Road Closure Order
Motor Vehicle closure order for a portion of Caribou Road (NFSR 505.1 on Boulder Ranger District) due to unsafe road conditions.
Raptor Nesting Area Closure - Boulder Ranger District
Area closure to protect raptor nesting sites on the Boulder Ranger District
Cameron Peak Fire Road Closures
Road closure to protect public safety from the effects of the 2020 Cameron Peak Fire and post-fire flooding on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District.
Raptor Nesting Sites Area Closure- Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Area closure to protect nesting raptors on National Forest System lands on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Permanent Recreational Shooting Order
Permanent recreational shooting order for the Canyon Lakes, Clear Creek, and Sulphur Ranger Districts of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland, described in the Forest Order detail below. An interactive, online map viewer of the Described Areas is available…
Weed Free Forage Products Order
Places restrictions on possessing, storing, or transporting any hay, hay cubes, straw, grain, or other forage or mulch product in the restricted locations
NFS Road 500 Motor Vehicle Prohibition
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the Described Road
Mount Evans Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Mount Evans Wilderness
Cave Closure and Restrictions
Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes WNS and to protect bat species during critical biological periods
Forest Camping Stay Limit
Order prohibiting camping for more than 14 days in a 30-day period or more than 30 days in a 365-day period
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland Occupancy and Use
Order covering prohibitions on multiple topics including camping, campfires, dog leash requirements, and more
Bear-Resistant Food Storage Required
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the risk of adverse interactions between bears and humans, protecting wildlife and public health and safety
Winiger Ridge/68J Designated Dispersed Camping Order
Camping, parking, and fire restrictions within the described area, roads, and trails
Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses Restrictions
Restriction in Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses
Vasquez and Little Vasquez No Camping Order
Prohibits camping in the restricted area
Magnolia Area Over Snow Vehicle Restrictions
Over snow vehicle restrictions in the restricted area
Rainbow Lakes Road and Ceran Saint Vrain No Camping Order
Camping and parking prohibitions within the restricted area
Maxwell Falls and Cub Creek Occupancy and Use Restrictions
Restrictions on occupancy and use in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger District Shooting Restrictions
Shooting restrictions for Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger Districts
Lookout Tower Road Closure
Restrictions on going into or being upon the National Forest System Road and Lands in the Restricted Road/Area
Alcohol & Target Shooting Restrictions
Restrictions on alcohol and firearms
BRD/CLRD Flood Area Closures
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety due to flood damage
Flood Related Shooting Closure
Prohibitions on discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Areas
Shadow Mountain and Willow Creek Reservoirs
Occupancy and use restrictions
Barbour Fork/Soda Creek Road
Area closure of a portion of Soda Creek Road and the Barbour Fork Trailhead to dispersed camping, fires and use after sundown or before sunrise
Columbine Road Closure
Restrictions on camping, campfires, and access in the restricted area
Colo Hwy 103 Closure
Restrictions on camping, campfires, and access in the restricted area
West Chicago/Hefferman Gulch - Camping/Fires Closure
Restrictions on camping and campfires in the restricted areas
Road and Area Closure around Baker Draw Designated Shooting Area
Prohibits going into or being upon the Restricted Area and being on the Restricted Roads.
Canyon Lakes Developed Trail Restrictions
Travel restrictions on developed trails in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes Occupancy & Use Restrictions
Restrictions on camping, fires, and boating in the restricted area
Brainard Lake Recreation Area
Prohibitions within Brainard Lake Recreation Area
South Nederland Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Area
Former Allenspark Dump Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm in the restricted area.
Berthoud Pass Sledding & Tubing Closure
Prohibits going into, or being upon, the Restricted Area
Left Hand Slot Canyon Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm in the restricted area
Pawnee Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the restricted area
Forest Service Road 96
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the restricted road
James Peak Protection/Special Interest Areas
Prohibited acts within the restricted area
Fire, Occupancy and Use
Restrictions covering camping, campfires, parking, and alcohol
Undesignated Snow Play Area
Prohibits going into or being upon the described area
Motor Vehicle Travel at Loveland & Berthoud Pass Ski Areas
Vehicle restrictions in the restricted area
Motor Vehicle Travel and Developed Trails
Restrictions that apply to motor vehicle travel and developed trail use
Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area
Prohibited acts in the Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area within the Pawnee National Grassland
Crow Valley Recreation Area
Restrictions on camping, vehicles, and pets in the restricted area
Indian Peaks Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Indian Peaks Wilderness
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) & (b), the following Act is prohibited within all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region, Forest Service, U. S. Department of Agriculture: Possessing or using a wagon, cart, wheelbarrow, bicycle or other vehicle (including "game carts")…
Arapaho National Recreation Area
Occupancy and use restrictions for Arapaho National Recreation Area
Ram’s Horn Closure
Prohibitions on going into or being upon the area commonly known as Ram's Horn between April 1 and July 30, of each year.
Lost Lake/ Laramie Lake/ Twin Lakes
Camping and fire restrictions in the restricted area
Dowdy Lake Campground Restrictions
Camping and vehicle restrictions within the restricted area
Never Summer Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Never Summer Wilderness
Boating Restrictions
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland until further notice: 1. Possessing or operating any motorboat on all lakes except: Chambers Lake, Dowdy Lake, Granby Reservoir, Shadow…
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
This order describes the prohibition of wheeled vehicles in all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region and any exceptions thereof.
Weed Free Forage Products
The purpose of this Order is to prevent the introduction or spread of noxious weeds.
Cave Closure and Restrictions
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes White nose syndrome and to protect bat species during critical biological periods.
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions - Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Stage 2 fire restrictions are now in place on our Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions - Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts
Stage 2 fire restrictions are now in place on our Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts.
Fire Restrictions
There are currently fire restrictions in place on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions:Sulphur Ranger District within Grand County Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts within Boulder, Clear Creek, Gilpin and Jefferson…
Sulphur Ranger District Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions for the Sulphur Ranger District
West Crystal A - Mechanical Fuelbreak Area and Road Closure
A closure is in effect to ensure human health and safety during mechanical fuel treatment operations and minimize conflict between the contractor and the general public.
Area Closure Surrounding the Devils Nose Target Range
Closure surrounding target range for public safety.
Caribou Road Closure Order
Motor Vehicle closure order for a portion of Caribou Road (NFSR 505.1 on Boulder Ranger District) due to unsafe road conditions.
Raptor Nesting Area Closure - Boulder Ranger District
Area closure to protect raptor nesting sites on the Boulder Ranger District
Cameron Peak Fire Road Closures
Road closure to protect public safety from the effects of the 2020 Cameron Peak Fire and post-fire flooding on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District.
Raptor Nesting Sites Area Closure- Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Area closure to protect nesting raptors on National Forest System lands on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Permanent Recreational Shooting Order
Permanent recreational shooting order for the Canyon Lakes, Clear Creek, and Sulphur Ranger Districts of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland, described in the Forest Order detail below. An interactive, online map viewer of the Described Areas is available…
Weed Free Forage Products Order
Places restrictions on possessing, storing, or transporting any hay, hay cubes, straw, grain, or other forage or mulch product in the restricted locations
NFS Road 500 Motor Vehicle Prohibition
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the Described Road
Cave Closure and Restrictions
Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes WNS and to protect bat species during critical biological periods
Forest Camping Stay Limit
Order prohibiting camping for more than 14 days in a 30-day period or more than 30 days in a 365-day period
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland Occupancy and Use
Order covering prohibitions on multiple topics including camping, campfires, dog leash requirements, and more
Bear-Resistant Food Storage Required
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the risk of adverse interactions between bears and humans, protecting wildlife and public health and safety
Winiger Ridge/68J Designated Dispersed Camping Order
Camping, parking, and fire restrictions within the described area, roads, and trails
Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses Restrictions
Restriction in Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses
Vasquez and Little Vasquez No Camping Order
Prohibits camping in the restricted area
Magnolia Area Over Snow Vehicle Restrictions
Over snow vehicle restrictions in the restricted area
Rainbow Lakes Road and Ceran Saint Vrain No Camping Order
Camping and parking prohibitions within the restricted area
Maxwell Falls and Cub Creek Occupancy and Use Restrictions
Restrictions on occupancy and use in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger District Shooting Restrictions
Shooting restrictions for Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger Districts
Lookout Tower Road Closure
Restrictions on going into or being upon the National Forest System Road and Lands in the Restricted Road/Area
BRD/CLRD Flood Area Closures
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety due to flood damage
Flood Related Shooting Closure
Prohibitions on discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Areas
Barbour Fork/Soda Creek Road
Area closure of a portion of Soda Creek Road and the Barbour Fork Trailhead to dispersed camping, fires and use after sundown or before sunrise
Columbine Road Closure
Restrictions on camping, campfires, and access in the restricted area
Colo Hwy 103 Closure
Restrictions on camping, campfires, and access in the restricted area
West Chicago/Hefferman Gulch - Camping/Fires Closure
Restrictions on camping and campfires in the restricted areas
Road and Area Closure around Baker Draw Designated Shooting Area
Prohibits going into or being upon the Restricted Area and being on the Restricted Roads.
Canyon Lakes Developed Trail Restrictions
Travel restrictions on developed trails in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes Occupancy & Use Restrictions
Restrictions on camping, fires, and boating in the restricted area
Brainard Lake Recreation Area
Prohibitions within Brainard Lake Recreation Area
South Nederland Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Area
Former Allenspark Dump Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm in the restricted area.
Berthoud Pass Sledding & Tubing Closure
Prohibits going into, or being upon, the Restricted Area
Left Hand Slot Canyon Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm in the restricted area
Pawnee Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the restricted area
Forest Service Road 96
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the restricted road
James Peak Protection/Special Interest Areas
Prohibited acts within the restricted area
Fire, Occupancy and Use
Restrictions covering camping, campfires, parking, and alcohol
Undesignated Snow Play Area
Prohibits going into or being upon the described area
Motor Vehicle Travel at Loveland & Berthoud Pass Ski Areas
Vehicle restrictions in the restricted area
Motor Vehicle Travel and Developed Trails
Restrictions that apply to motor vehicle travel and developed trail use
Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area
Prohibited acts in the Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area within the Pawnee National Grassland
Crow Valley Recreation Area
Restrictions on camping, vehicles, and pets in the restricted area
Indian Peaks Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Indian Peaks Wilderness
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) & (b), the following Act is prohibited within all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region, Forest Service, U. S. Department of Agriculture: Possessing or using a wagon, cart, wheelbarrow, bicycle or other vehicle (including "game carts")…
Arapaho National Recreation Area
Occupancy and use restrictions for Arapaho National Recreation Area
Ram’s Horn Closure
Prohibitions on going into or being upon the area commonly known as Ram's Horn between April 1 and July 30, of each year.
Lost Lake/ Laramie Lake/ Twin Lakes
Camping and fire restrictions in the restricted area
Dowdy Lake Campground Restrictions
Camping and vehicle restrictions within the restricted area
Never Summer Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Never Summer Wilderness
Boating Restrictions
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland until further notice: 1. Possessing or operating any motorboat on all lakes except: Chambers Lake, Dowdy Lake, Granby Reservoir, Shadow…
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