Black Hills National Forest

Red Flag Warning issued October 9 at 7:59PM MDT until October 9 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD

7:59 PM — 9:00 PM

Poor relative humidity recovery is expected overnight, but conditions will slowly improve.

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.

Pactola North Boat Ramp Closure

The Pactola North Boat Ramp will be closed from October 5, 2026 through January 31, 2027 during construction activities that will extend the boat ramp 70 feet.

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions in Black Hills NF in Wyoming

Stage 2 Fire Restrictions will remain in effect on all National Forest lands in the Bearlodge and Hell Canyon Ranger Districts on the Black Hills National Forest in the State of Wyoming beginning 12:00 p.m., September 24, 2026. This order supersedes BKF-194-2026 prohibiting the same or similar…

Veteran's Point Area and Trail Closure

Area and trail closure for Veteran's Point while construction work is being conducted.

14-day Limit for Camping/Occupancy in the Black Hills National Forest

Camping or occupying on the Black Hills National Forest Lands for a period longer of 14 calendar days (including portions of days) in a continuous 28-day period is prohibited.

Pactola Loop B and Osprey Trail Closure

This closure is to protect public health and safety while construction work is being conducted. This closure order includes the Osprey trailhead, the entirety of Osprey Trail, NFS Trail #58, Pactola Loop B Campground, and National Forest System lands as depicted on map (Exhibit A).

Topaz timber sale near Sturgis, SD Continues Operations

Topaz timber sale near Sturgis, SD continues. Tethered logging with chipping/mastication may cause flying debris near trails. Watch signs and flaggers.

Attention Cavers and Spelunkers

Remember that access to all caves in Region 2 must be authorized through a mandatory registration system that is available Online through the regional office.

Please Use Caution When Entering the Black Elk Wilderness

Please use caution when entering the Wilderness. At any given time, trees can fall without warning. Many of the trails located within the Black Elk Wilderness are cleared in early summer, but the number of downed trees across trails can change in an instant from storms passing over the Black…

Don't Move Firewood & Other Firewood Information

The Forest Service sells permits to cut firewood for personal use. Firewood cutting can be a fun outing, can save on your heating bill and can be good exercise. Firewood cutting cleans up dead wood, reduces the potential for wildfires, and avoids waste of a valuable resource, but it can also cause…

Hwy 385 Construction Updates

Visit https://us-385.com/ for updates on the Hwy 385 Construction project and/or text “US385” to 605-566-4041 to receive updates.

Open Fire Restriction - Black Hills NF in South Dakota

Prohibition on campfires or fires except for in certain established fireplaces or stoves within the Black Hills Forest Fire Protection District in South Dakota.

Order 172 - Cook Lake Closure Order

Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50 (a) and (b), the following are prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands and trails in the Bearlodge Ranger District, Black Hills National Forest, described below and shown on the attached map incorporated into this Order as Exhibit A…

Order 159 - Occupancy & Use Restrictions - Black Elk Wilderness

Pursuant to 16U.S.C. § 551 and 36 CFR 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System(NFS) lands and trails within the Black Elk Wilderness of the Black Hills National Forest, located in Pennington County and Custer County, South Dakota, and shown on the attached…

Order 114- Special Restriction - Over Snow Travel Order & Map

Over Snow Travel Order

Order 082 - Area Closure - Motorized Vehicles within Botanical Area

Acts prohibited information on possessing or operating a motorized vehicle off Forest Development Roads within these Botanical Areas. 36 CFR 261.53 (b).

Order 079 - Area Closure - Craven Canyon

Area closure for occupancy and use regulations - Craven Canyon information

Order 074 - Prohibited Entry - Forest Caves/Mines

Prohibited Entry - Forest Caves/Mines information.

Order 046 - Length of Stay Restrictions & Reservation - Campgrounds

Length Order Special Restrictions & Reservation.

Order 044 - Area Closure - Concentrated Public Use Areas & Developed Rec. Areas

Special Closure Order on Concentrated Public Use Areas and Developed Recreation Areas. See Order below for details.

Order 015 - Road Use Regulations - Forest Development

Code of Federal Regulations, the following acts are prohibited on all Forest Development Roads under the jurisdiction of the Black Hills National Forest: Using a National Forest road for commercial hauling of non-federal products, commodities, or materials without a permit or written…

Order 025 - Site Closure - Designated Seismic

Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) and (b), the following is prohibited: No person(s) may enter or be within the area within 1/2 mile of the Designated Seismic Site, (DSS), or on Forest Development Road 711 or FDR 110.4A within 1/2 mile of the DSS. This prohibited area is described as T.2N., R.1E.,…

Order 024 - Mine Closure - Spokane

Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following are prohibited: a) All motorized vehicles are prohibited from entering the area known as the Spokane Mine. Access is limited to foot travel and by horseback. This prohibited area is shown on the attached map. (36 CFR 261.53(c) and (f)). b) Access is…

**Please Note: **One RV with tow vehicle per single site or one vehicle per tent site. Most sites can accommodate 1 extra vehicle that is not included with the reservation fee. ** Extra vehicles will be charged a per night fee that is collected at the campground.**

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