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Gale Warning issued October 9 at 2:52AM PDT until October 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts to 35 kt and seas 8 to 13 ft. * WHERE...Coastal Waters From Cape Flattery To James Island Out 10 Nm and Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville Out 10 Nm. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Gale Warning issued October 9 at 2:52AM PDT until October 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts to 40 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 9 at 2:52AM PDT until October 9 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
* WHAT...West to northwest winds 15 to 30 kt and seas 6 to 11 ft. * WHERE...West Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 9 at 2:52AM PDT until October 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
* WHAT...Southwest wind 20 to 25 kt becoming northwest 20 to 30 kt. * WHERE...Northern Inland Waters Including The San Juan Islands. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 9 at 3:35AM EDT until October 9 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Buffalo NY
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 knots and waves 4 to 7 feet. * WHERE...The nearshore waters of Lake Ontario from Hamlin Beach to the Saint Lawrence River. * WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Winds and/or waves will cause hazardous conditions that could capsize or damage small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 9 at 3:05AM EDT until October 10 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Caribou ME
* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 3 to 5 ft expected. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Eastport, ME to Schoodic Point, ME out 25 NM and Coastal Waters from Schoodic Point, ME to Stonington, ME out 25 NM. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 2 PM EDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 8 at 10:30PM AKDT until October 10 at 4:00AM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 7 to 10 ft. * WHERE...Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision from 15 to 90 NM. * WHEN...Until 4 AM AKDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 8 at 10:30PM AKDT until October 9 at 4:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt and seas 6 to 9 ft. * WHERE...Dixon Entrance to Cape Decision out to 15 NM. * WHEN...Until 4 PM AKDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 8 at 3:49PM AKDT until October 9 at 5:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Southeast Alaska Coastal Waters from Dixon Entrance to Cape Suckling out 100 NM Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Seas forecasts represent the average of the highest one-third of the combined windwave and swell height. .TONIGHT...NW wind 20 kt increasing to 25 kt. Seas 7 ft building to 10 ft. .FRI...NW wind 25 kt. Seas 10 ft. .FRI NIGHT...N wind 25 kt diminishing to 15 kt late. Seas 9 ft. .SAT...N wind 15 kt. Seas 7 ft. .SAT NIGHT...NW wind 10 kt. Seas 6 ft. W swell. .SUN...S wind 20 kt. Seas 10 ft. .MON...SW wind 20 kt. Seas 8 ft. .TUE...W wind 15 kt. Seas 8 ft.
Small Craft Advisory issued October 8 at 3:49PM AKDT until October 9 at 5:00PM AKDT by NWS Juneau AK
Southeast Alaska Coastal Waters from Dixon Entrance to Cape Suckling out 100 NM Wind forecasts reflect the predominant speed and direction expected. Seas forecasts represent the average of the highest one-third of the combined windwave and swell height. .TONIGHT...NW wind 20 kt increasing to 25 kt. Seas 6 ft building to 8 ft. .FRI...N wind 25 kt. Seas 8 ft. .FRI NIGHT...N wind 15 kt. Seas 7 ft. .SAT...N wind 10 kt. Seas 5 ft. .SAT NIGHT...Light winds. Seas 6 ft. W swell. .SUN...SE wind 20 kt. Seas 9 ft. .MON...S wind 15 kt. Seas 7 ft. .TUE...W wind 15 kt. Seas 7 ft.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Sinlahekin Fire Closure Terminated on Tonasket Ranger District
Effective October 7th, 2026 at 0001 hours, Order No. 06-21-09-26-15 (Sinlahekin Fire), dated September 11, 2026 is hereby terminated.
Colville National Forest Terminates Fire Public Use Restrictions
The Colville National Forest terminates Forest Order 06-21-00-26-14 Colville National Forest Stage 1 PUR Fire Restriction
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Three Queens Fire Area Closure Reduced on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This closure prohibits entry or use of roads, recreation sites, campgrounds and trails on national forest system lands within a defined area within the Cle Elum Ranger Districts to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Three Queens. View the attached updated closure…
Ptarmigan Fire Closure on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This closure prohibits entry or use of various trails within the Pasayten Wilderness to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Ptarmigan Fire. The fire closure has been reduced. Please review the closure order and map to see which trails and roads are effected.
Little Giant Fire Closure Order on the Wenatchee River and Entiat Ranger District
This closure prohibits entry or use of roads, recreation sites, campgrounds and trails within a defined area within the Wenatchee River/Entiat Ranger Districts to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Little Giant Fire. View the attached closure order and map for…
Storm Damaged Roads Closure on Methow Valley District
Due to storm damage it is prohibited to use a motorized vehicle on the following National Forest System Roads within the Methow Valley Ranger District: Forest Road 4400100 (Lime Creek), Forest Road 4415 (Little Bridge Creek), Forest Road 4430;(West Twisp River) from 4430100 (War Creek) to 4430200…
Gold Creek Restoration Project Area Closure on Cle Elum Ranger District
The area closure order is in place to provide for public safety in the Gold Creek Pond and River Valley area in the Cle Elum Ranger District within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. The Forest Service will continue staging operations including the haul of large trees with root wads and…
Grouse Creek Aquatic Project Road Closure on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
The road closures are in place to provide for public safety during the construction and restoration project.
Termination of Stage 1 Public Use Restrictions and Campfire Ban
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest is rescinding all Public Use Restrictions regarding the use of fire across the forest as September 18, 2026. In the absence more stringent restrictions on activities, please remember to be fire wise in your actions. Make sure your fires are dead and cold to…
Current Road Condition Updates and Closure Order Alerts
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has been working to assess and address the roads that were damaged in the December 2025 heavy rain events, or impacted by the 2025 wildfires. As road systems throughout the Forest melt out, we continue to receive new reports of road or trail damage that…
Storm Damaged Roads Closure on Wenatchee River District
A closure impacting a number of storm damaged roads located on the Wenatchee River Ranger District. This closure includes the Chiwawa River Road. There is currently not an estimate for when these roads will reopen.
Railroad and Preston Creek Road Closures on Chelan and Entiat Ranger Districts
A road closure following substantial storm damage to several roads within the Chelan and Entiat Ranger Districts. This closure includes the Lucerne commercial dock on Lake Chelan, Forest Service Road 8301 from the junction with the Lucerne commercial dock, and FSR 5501 from the junction with the…
Lake Keechelus Motorized Use Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
The Lake Keechelus lakebed is closed to motor vehicles year-round for the protection of threatened fish species. NFS Road 9070-219, including the boat ramp, is closed seasonally when the water levels at Lake Keechelus reservoir are below 2,480 feet. The seasonal closure effects from the exit of…
Occupancy and Use/Camping Restrictions - Forestwide
A forest order for camping or long-term occupancy within the boundaries of National Forest System lands administered by the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest and the Colville National Forest.
Cascade Tunnel Closure on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This Order prohibits entry to the old Cascade Tunnel which has been deemed unsafe.
Motorized Use Restriction on Groomed Ski Trails - Forestwide or multi district
This order prohibits motorized vehicle use except snowmobiles on any National Forest System Road or Trail designated as part of a groomed trail system for snowmobiles, cross country skiing or dog sleds.
Winter Motorized Closure on Road 9070 on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order prohibits the use of all motorized vehicles on National Forest System Road No. 9070 when posted, beginning at the Okanogan-Wenatchee NF's and Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie NF administrative boundary.
Motorized Use Restriction on East Chewuch Road 5010 on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This Order prohibits the use of all motorized vehicles on a portion of East Chewuch Road #5010 between the locked gates within the Twentymile Creek drainage.
Wheeled Motorized Closure on Roads 4510 - 4517 on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order restricts all wheeled motorized vehicles except snowmobiles operating on snow on NFS Roads No. 4510 and No. 4517 in the Cle Elum Ranger District.
Pack and Saddle Animal Restrictions in the Pasayten Wilderness on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This Order prohibits hitching or tying any pack or saddle animal directly to any tree for an overnight period, in the Pasayten Wilderness.
Camping at Administrative Sites Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This order restricts camping at administrative sites around Leavenworth and the Wenatchee River Ranger District. These areas lack facilities for sanitation, garbage etc. They are in residential or commercial areas where camping activities are not appropriate and where such activities would…
Campground Reservations Required on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order establishes certain restrictions within specified camp/picnic grounds listed below which are available for reservations through the National Recreation Reservation Service, NRRS.
Norse Peak and Clearwater Wilderness Use Restrictions on the Naches Ranger District
Camping is prohibited within 100 feet slope distance from the shoreline of any lake and/or the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail EXCEPT at Echo Lake and Lost Lake within Norse Peak Wilderness.
Echo Ridge Motorized Use Restrictions on the Chelan Ranger District
This Order restricts motorized access on select areas near Echo Ridge Ski Area.
Table Mountain Area Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
In order to lessen impacts on deer and elk during fawning and calving seasons and to protect the resources from damage due to rutting and erosion during wet periods, roads close seasonally to motorized vehicles in the Table Mountain Area.
Motorized Use Restriction on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This Order prohibits the use of motor vehicles over 40 inches wide on Taylor River Road (#5630) from the Quartz Creek Road junction to Marten Creek, and Quartz Creek Road (#5640).
Alpine Lakes Wilderness Restrictions - Forestwide or multi-district
Pursuant to Title 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited in order to protect the ecological integrity of lakes, streams, forests, meadows, and to enhance the wilderness character and resources of the Alpine Lakes Wilderness, until further notice. (1) Entering or being in the Alpine…
Winter Motorized Use Restriction on Roads - Forestwide or multi district
Under the authority granted me by 36 CFR 261.50(b), in order to promote public safety and to reduce the conflict between snowmobiles and other motorized vehicles, the following acts are prohibited until further notice: Using any motorized vehicle except snowmobiles on the roads listed in EXHIBIT…
Motorized Vehicle Restriction/Spring Road Closures on the Cle Elum Ranger District
In order to protect deer and elk during critical fawning and calving periods on the Cle Elum Ranger District, motorized vehicle use is prohibited on certain roads between May 1 and June 30.
Liberty Blackjack Pit Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
On the Cle Elum Ranger District, the Liberty Blackjack Pit area is closed to using any motorized vehicles, except snowmobiles.
Winter Motorized Use Road Restrictions on the Cle Elum Ranger District
Under the authority granted me by 36 CFR 261.50(b), in order to promote public safety and to prevent excessive damage due to rutting and erosion caused by vehicle use, the following acts are prohibited until further notice:Using any motorized vehicle, except for snowmobiles, on the roads listed in…
Squilchuck Trail #1200 Motorized Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This order prohibits the use of any motorized vehicle on the Squilchuck Trail Number 1200 in theN1/2SW1/4 Section 24, T21N, R19E, W.M. 36 CFR 261.55(b).
Wilderness Use Restrictions - Forestwide
In order to protect the Wilderness character and resource within Washington State Cascade Mountain Range Wildernesses, the following acts pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a} and (b}, are prohibited within all Wildernesses located within the Gifford Pinchot, Wenatchee, Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie, and Okanogan…
Wilderness Restrictions - Forestwide
Entering the Glacier View, Goat Rocks, Indian Heaven, Mt. Adams, Tatoosh, Trapper Creek or William 0. Douglas Wildernesses without a permit. 2. REASON FOR THE ORDER: To improve collection of accurate user information to be used as a basis for management actions aimed at reducing resource damage…
Parking restriction at 25 Mile Creek Guard Station on the Chelan Ranger District
Forest order restricting parking or leaving a vehicle in undesignated areas, and mooring or leaving a boat at the 25 Mile Creek Guard Station.
South Shore Road Camping Restriction on Chelan Ranger District
This order restricts camping in specific areas.
Fields Point Landing Restrictions on the Chelan Ranger District
A forest order restricting camping, operating a vehicle carelessly, and storing or leaving a boat or raft.
Campground Parking Restrictions on the Entiat Ranger District
Possessing, parking or leaving more than two vehicles, except motorcycles or bicycles, per camp units is prohibited at:(1) Silver Falls Campground(2) Cottonwood Campground
Canoe Loading across from the Historic Site
From Thursday August 7 to Sunday August 10, please load/unload canoes off road near the Grand Portage trailhead sign at the corner of Store and Mile Creek Roads. Please do not cross the intersection with packs or canoes during this time.
Alcohol Prohibitions
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Forest Service Road 41 Closure for Timber Operations
Forest Service Road (FSR) 41 is closed for public safety for timber operations September 29, 2026 through December 31, 2026. The closure of FSR 41 begins at the intersection with FSR 4110.
Mt. Baker Highway SR 542 Closed for Winter Prep
Mt. Baker Highway SR 542 will be closed to all traffic in both directions for Winter PreparationWednesday & Thursday September 30 & October 1Monday & Tuesday October 5 & 6From MP 48 (Silver Fir Campground) – MP 54 (Picture Lake)7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.If you want to visit the Heather Meadows area,…
Winter Seasonal Jobs open Sept. 25-Oct. 5, 2026
The Forest Service is hiring to fill seasonal (temporary) positions at USAJOBS. See below for the list of positions being hired at the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest.Apply at USAJOBS. Applications accepted: 09/25/2026 - 10/05/2026 Get more information and help at our Careers Page –…
Campfire Ban Lifted
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has rescinded campfire restrictions effective September 15, 2026.
Rescission of Shooting Restrictions
Effective September 9, 2026, the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has rescinded shooting restrictions. Removal of shooting restrictions is appropriate when conditions have moderated and there is no immediate return to elevated Fire Danger Adjectives and Preparedness Levels.
Electric Fire Closure Order
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest’ Mt. Baker ranger district announced the closure of the following roads in response to the Electric Fire.National Forest System Road (NFSR) #1060 in its entirety from the junction of Highway 20 to the junction of NFSR#1064NFSR# 1064This Forest Service closure…
Snow Lake Trail Temporary Closure
Snow Lake Trail #1013 will be temporary closed for trail work September 14 - 25, 2026. The closure of the Snow Lake Trail begins at the trailhead, located within Township 23 N, Range 11 E, Section 28, continuing through T 23 N, R 11 E, S 29 and 30 to the Alpine Lakes Wilderness boundary at the…
Talapus Lake Trail and Forest Service Road 9030 Temporary Closure
The Talapus Lake Trail #1039 and Forest Service Road 9030 will be temporary closed September 21, 2026 - October 31, 2026 for trailhead expansion project work. The closure of Forest Road 9030 begins at the intersection of Forest Road 9030 and 9031, located within Township 22 N, Range 10 E, Section…
Shadow of the Sentinels Trail Repair
Visitors to Shadow of the Sentinels Interpretive Trail will only be able to hike out and back and not complete the hike as a loop due to ongoing repair to trail boardwalks. The closure will be in effect through October and the location on the trail will change as work on individual sections of…
Miner’s Fire Closure Order
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a) and (b), to provide for public and employee safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Darrington Ranger District of the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie…
Three Queens Fire Area Closure and Pacific Crest Trail closure/re-route
This closure prohibits entry or use of roads, recreation sites, campgrounds and trails on national forest system lands within a defined area within the Cle Elum Ranger Districts to ensure the safety of the public and firefighting resources during the Three Queens Fire. View the attached closure…
Road Damages/Closures - Snoqualmie District - North Bend Area
Winter weather conditions resulted in damage to roads across the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBS). The MBS will undertake repairs on several roads this summer and next to address road damage. On the I-90 and Middle Fork Snoqualmie corridors of the Snoqualmie Ranger District, the following…
Mallardy Road (FSR 4032) Closure for Timber Operations
The Mallardy Road (Forest Service Road 4032) is closed for public safety during summer timber operations. The road closure is from the intersection with Forest Service Road 4030 to the road's end at Mallardy Ridge Trailhead.
FS Road 37 Deadhorse Creek CLOSED Until Further Notice
Forest Service Road 37 Deadhorse Creek Road flood damage repair is underway. For public safety due to heavy equipment use the road will be closed at mile 0.03 until further notice.
Firewood permits now available for online purchase
Forest Service News Release Firewood permits now available for online purchase (Everett, WA, May 20, 2026) — Firewood permits on the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest are now available through a new online e-Permit system. This option allows users to obtain permits from a computer or…
Suiattle River Road Washout Closure
The Suiattle River Road (FSR 26) and other roads within the watershed were severely damaged from an atmospheric river flood event. The Suiattle River Road (at milepost 4) and associated spur roads are closed for public safety.
Fairfax Bridge Permanently Closed
The Fairfax Bridge on State Highway 165 (milepost 11.5) across the Carbon River has been permanently closed by Washington Department of Transportation (DOT) due to safety concerns. The bridge closure prevents vehicle access to Forest Road 7810, Summit Lake Trailhead, Coplay Lake, and Evans Creek…
Forest Service Roads #23 (White Chuck Road) and #27 (Rat Trap Pass Road) Closed
Road damage caused by the December floods, along with their proximity to the river, makes public access unsafe. A temporary closure has been established on Forest Service Road #23 (White Chuck Road) from milepost 3.7 to its terminus with Forest Service Road #27 (Rat Trap Pass Road) and on Forest…
Harbor Mountain Forest Order Closure Sitka Ranger District
Occupancy and Use Prohibitions TONGASS NATIONAL FOREST Sitka Ranger DistrictOrder No. 10-05-31-26-10Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.53 (e)(f), the following acts are prohibited on the National Forest System (“NFS”) within the administrative boundaries of the Tongass National…
Auke Recreation Area Forest Order Occupancy and Use Prohibitions Juneau Ranger District
Occupancy and Use Prohibitions TONGASS NATIONAL FORESTJuneau Ranger District Order No. 10-05-33-26-08PROHIBITIONSPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited within the Auke Recreation Area, the Lena Beach Recreation Area, and Skaters Cabin.1.…
Area and Road Closure Order Prince of Wales Ranger District
The Ross Adams Mine area will be closed for public safety due to contamination removal and remediation work that includes the continuous use of large heavy earthmoving equipment (on the road system that accesses the mine site and locations where work will be occurring).The closure will be in place…
Ward Lake Forest Order Occupancy and Use Prohibitions Ketchikan Misty Fjords Ranger District
Occupancy and Use ProhibitionsTONGASS NATIONAL FORESTKetchikan Misty Fjords Ranger DistrictOrder No. 10-05-52-26-03PROHIBITIONSPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited withinthe Ward Lake Recreation Area as shown on the attached map:1. Camping for a…
Anan Wildlife Observatory Forest Order Wrangell Ranger District
To provide for public safety and resource protection, the following acts are prohibited on the National Forest System lands described below and shown on the attached map incorporated into this Order as Exhibit A (the “Use Restriction Area”).PROHIBITIONSA. Going into, being upon, entering, or…
Mendenhall Lake Campground and Auk Village Campground Occupancy Prohibitions Juneau Ranger District
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited within the Mendenhall Lake Campground and the Auk Village Campground:1.Camping for a period longer than 14 days within a 50-day period. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(a).2.Entering or remaining in a campground between…
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Deep Creek Road #368 Closure due to Culvert Replacement
The Deep Creek Road #368 on the Fortine Ranger District will be temporarily closed beginning September 24th, 2026. The closure is for public safety while road repairs and culvert replacement activities occur on NFS Road 368 and will remain in place until construction is complete this fall.Please…
Updated Skillet Fire Area, Road, Trail Closure
The closure order for the Skillet Fire was reduced on down to a road closure due to containment of the fire. A road closure is now in effect for public safety while road repairs and culvert replacements occur. Please view the full closure order and map for more information. Please use caution in…
Rexford Bench Beach Area Temporary Closure
Portions of the beach and recreation area at the Rexford Bench Campground and Beach, near Rexford, MT, will be temporarily closed beginning Monday, July 13th while much need improvements take place on the existing water and wastewater system.The project will replace the 50-year-old water and…
Lower Quartz Road #601 Temporary Closure due to Potential Salvage Sale
A temporary road closure will be in effect starting July 1st, 2026 for the Lower Quartz Creek Road #601, near Libby, MT. The area was heavily impacted by the winter wind events, leaving a high volume of blowdown. Forest Service personnel are addressing the blowdown via salvage sale operations to…
Trail Advisory-Alexander Mountain Trail near Timber Harvest Activities
Please use caution and watch for timber harvest activity if utilizing the Alexander Mountain Trail #270 off the FDR Road #228 on the Libby Ranger District. A small portion of the trail passes through a section of the Fleetwood Jack Timber Sale, that has ongoing operations. The trail will remain…
Ross Creek Cedars Road Closure & Storm Damage Update
The Ross Creek Cedars sustained significant damage during the December 2025 flood events. Heavy rains, flooding, landslide, and debris flows that occurred in December 2025 created unstable conditions along NFS Road #398. Significant erosion undercut sections of the road, limiting access to foot and…
Timberlane Campground Closure
A closure order is now in effect for the Timberlane Campground on the Libby Ranger District, while it undergoes much-needed improvements. The purpose of this order is for public safety during reconstruction and improvement operations in the campgroundAs you start making your summer plans and…
Spar Lake Road #384 Road Closed to Motorized Vehicles
A closure order is now in effect for motorized vehicles on the Three Rivers Ranger District for Forest Service Road #384 (Spar Lake). The closure is to provide for public safety until crews make appropriate repairs to road damage caused by the December 2025 flood event. The road is closed starting…
Upper Young Creek Road #7202 Closure
A closure order is now in effect on the Rexford Ranger District for Forest Service Road #7202 (Upper Young Creek Road). The closure is to provide for public safety due to a washout making the road impassable. The road is currently closed at milepost 3.5 to 3.6, just north of its junction with NFS…
Kootenai Flood Event & Inaccessible Areas
Portions of the Kootenai National Forest have recently experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area. The rapid increase in rainfall on top of snow in the higher elevations has resulted in localized flooding and increased the risk of landslides, debris…
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Order 01-15-00-25-01: Bob Marshall, Scapegoat, and Great Bear Wilderness Restrictions
Occupancy and Use and Trail Restrictions for the entire Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, as well as trail, stock, and camping restrictions on Our Lake Trail and lake area (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), beneath the Chinese Wall (Helena-Lewis and Clark NF), and Castle Creek Riverside Campsite (Flathead…
Bear Creek Road 5398 closed for reconstruction through Nov. 1, 2026
Bear Creek Road 5398 in the Swan Lake Ranger District is closed to the public for public safety from Oct. 2 to Nov. 1, 2026 during road reconstruction work.
Camp Creek Fire Updated Trail Closure
The Spotted Bear Ranger District has updated the trail closure for the Camp Creek Fire to include only those trails directly impacted by the fire. The trail closure includes Ayres Creek Trail #273, Basin Creek Trail #267, and Stadler Creek Trail #271.
FK&L Area Closed to Public Access Starting July 22, 2026
The area known as the FK&L Dispersed Camping Area (as shown on Exhibit A, attached below), west and south of Emery Bay Campground, is closed to public access from July 22, 2026 to July 22, 2027 for planned construction.
Big Creek Canyon Creek Road 316 Closure for Emergency Repairs
Big Creek Canyon Creek Road 316 closed to motorized travel during 2026 repair work. See details and authorized access info.
Trail 800 Tally-Ashely Closure
4.4 miles of National Forest System Trail 800 Tally-Ashley will be closed for public safety during logging activities starting 9/4/2025 - 9/1/2026 unless rescinded sooner.
Ryan Creek Occupancy and Use Order
From September 1, 2025 through December 1, 2026, unless rescinded, the following is prohibited in the Ryan Road area:Camping or otherwise occupying a site except where designated .Camping or otherwise occupying a designated site for over three consecutive days within a calendar year.
Logan Creek Hoke Creek Closure
NFS Road 1625 is closed between milepost 2.84 and 5.08 for public safety due to road substrate slumping. This closed segment is from the junction with Rd #9881 at milepost 2.84 to the end of Rd #1625 starting 8/13/2025 - 8/12/2027 unless rescinded sooner.
Water Vessel Prohibitions
Violating State water vessel safety and operation laws and regulations is prohibited on all Flathead National Forest waterways.
Norton Trail / Road 1900 Closure for Construction
The purpose of this order is for public and contractor safety due to trail maintenanceactivity, including a culvert replacement, along 4.5 miles of trail on the St. Joe Ranger District.
Hudlow Meadows Restoration Project Area Closure
The purpose of this order is to ensure the safety of contract personnel and the public during heavy equipment operations associated with stream and meadow restoration activities, to prevent resource damage to the restoration area from persons and/or vehicles, and to prevent damage and/or removal of…
Trestle Creek Road / Forest Road 275 construction
Western Federal Lands and its General Contractor, MJ Hughes, will begin road construction work along Trestle Creek Road (Forest Road NF-275), between Mileposts 100.0 to 103.7, starting May 21, 2026 and running until November 5, 2026. The road remains open to local traffic. During active…
Canfield Mountain Fire Restrictions
The purpose of this order is for public and firefighter safety to mitigate human-caused wildfires in peak wildfire danger during Idaho’s “Closed Fire Season”
Food Storage Order
The goal of this special order is to minimize the potential for bears and other wildlife to access human foods. Animals that have repeatedly obtained unsecured human foods can learn to associate the presence of humans with a food reward and begin to lose their natural fear of man. This can lead to…
Tacoma Creek Spur Road Closure
For public safety and resource protection forest road closures are in place in the Tacoma Creek Fire area.
Occupancy and Use / Camping Restrictions Order
Camping is prohibited for more than 14 consecutive days in one location and more than 28 calendar days annually within the Colville National Forest.
Aquatic Invasive Species Order
This order prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species on the national Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region.
Sisi Fire Trails Closure
Trail Closures are as follows and only apply to Forest Service lands:Pacific Crest Trail 2000 (PCT) – Closure begins where Forest Service Trail (FST) 2000 enters the Chelan Ranger District (CRD) at T. 32 N., R. 14 E., sec. 11. Closure then follows FST 2000 generally N then ends at the boundary of…
Paving Closure along Highway 20 Campgrounds and Trailheads - Methow Valley Ranger District
There will be a closure in the vicinity of multiple trailheads and campgrounds along the State Route 20 highway corridor including: Rainy Pass, Washington Pass, Bridge Creek, Cutthroat, Lone Fir and Klipchuck. The closure was determined by examining the areas in need of construction work related…
Cle Elum River Restoration Area Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
The closure prohibits entry or use of lands located south of the Cooper River Bridge at FS-4600 inside the closure area for the protection of public safety where construction activities will occur.
Echo Ridge Camping Fire Restrictions on the Chelan Ranger District
Forest order prohibiting camping and campfires at the Echo Ridge Nordic Ski Area.
Safe Storage, Possession, and Handling of Food and Refuse - Forestwide
Forest order requiring wildlife safe food storage across the forest.
Road #6304 Bridge Closure on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
Forest order prohibits use of motorized vehicles on Road #6304 and the bridge crossing Meadow Creek.
Volstead Road Closure on the Methow Valley Ranger District
Forest Order closing Volstead Road No. 4225200 from its intersection with Road No. 4225 in T34N, R22E, Section 24 until the end of NFS Road No. 4225200 in T34N, R23EE, Section 6.
Tumwater Campground Closure on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This Order institutes a full closure of Tumwater Day Use Area and Tumwater Campground for safety reasons.
Scenic Highway 20 Corridor Mining Closure on the Methow Valley Ranger District
Forest Order prohibiting mineral removal in the area withdrawn from mining along the Highway 20 corridor.
Indian Creek Road and Trail Motorized Use Closure on the Naches Ranger District
This forest order prohibits motorized vehicle use on Naches Ranger District Road and trail.
Harts Pass Road Restriction on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This Order prohibits pulling any type of trailer on the Harts Pass Road (5400) from the intersection of #5400000 and Road #5400060 (the road that leads to the West Fork Methow trailhead) to Harts Pass and all roads beyond including 5400500/5400600/5400700.
Parking in Violation of Posted Instruction - Forestwide
This Order prohibits parking or leaving a vehicle in violation of any posted instruction.
Winter Speed Limit on Road 5400 on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This restriction prohibits speeds over 20 miles per hour on select roads near Crystal Springs Sno-Park during the winter months.
Wildcat Road Motorized Vehicle Closure on Naches Ranger District
This forest order implements motorized vehicle restrictions on Wildcat Road #1306.
Little Rattlesnake 4WD Trail Vehicle Use Restrictions on the Naches Ranger District
This forest order implements vehicle restrictions on Trail 1501680 (Little Rattlesnake) in Township 15 North, Range 14 East, Section 32 and 33; and Township 14 North, Range 14 East, Sections 5,6, and 7; within the Naches District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
Winter Motorized Closure on some roads in the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order prohibits motorized vehicles apart from snowmobiles on National Forest System Road No. 5400, 5400-403, 5400-406, 5400-314, and 5480 to protect the integrity of cross-country ski trails.
Pack and Saddle Animal Restrictions at Black Lake on the Methow Valley Ranger District
This Order prohibits camping within 200 feet of the Black Lake shoreline in the Pasayten Wilderness. If in possession of stock it is prohibited to camp within½ mile of the Black Lake shoreline.
Hunting and Fishing Regulations - Forestwide
Hunters and Fishers on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest must abide by Washington State Fish and Game Laws as applied by the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
Dam Reclamation Zone Closures on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This order prohibits public entry within the reclamation zone of each dam on Cle Elum, Kachess and Keechelus Lakes.
Box Canyon Area Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
In order to promote the protection of bull trout and other threatened species, camping and parking is not allowed in Box Canyon Creek areas.
Motorized Use Restrictions - Kongsberger Trollhaugan Area on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This Order prohibits motorized use in particular areas and protects the public safety in the listed special use permit areas and ski trails.
Administrative Site Access - Forestwide
Without explicit permission, the public is prohibited from entering the Forest Service's administrative sites apart from the Public Reception Areas.
Antilon Lake Use Restrictions on the Chelan Ranger District
Forest order to protect public safety, to protect forest resources, and to protect the water quality at the Antilon Lake Dispersed Recreation Management Area.
Manastash Area Closure on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This Order prohibits the use of motorized vehicles on specific trails in the Manastash Creek Drainage.
Beehive Area Off-Road Motorized Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
Forest order prohibiting the use of snowmobiles.
Icicle Road Camping Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This order prohibits camping in the Icicle Drainage between the Icicle River and the Icicle Road (#7600) when not in a developed campground. Starting at Snow Lakes Trailhead and continuing westerly to Rock Island Campground.
Campfire and Camping Restrictions - Henry M. Jackson Wilderness in the Wenatchee River Ranger Dist.
Forest order prohibits building, maintaining, attending or using a fire or campfire, except for self-contained, carry-in devices such as stoves, within 1/4 mile of the specified locations. It also prohibits camping within 200 feet, horizontal distance, from the shoreline of specified lakes.
Winter Motorized Use Restriction Blewett Pass Area on the Cle Elum Ranger District
This Order prohibits the use of snowmobiles in cross-country ski areas in the Swauk Pass area.
No Camping at Speelyi Beach on Cle Elum Ranger District
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a), the following is prohibited on the Forest Service administered lands on Lake Cle Elum identified as Speelyi Beach. The purpose is to prevent damage to the beach and shoreline resulting from overnight camping and occupancy.1. Camping 36 CFR 261.58 (e)2. Being in the…
Hitching and Tying of Pack/Saddle Animals - Forestwide or multi district
Pursuant to Title 36CFR261.50a, the following act is prohibited on the areaslisted below, located within the Okanogan National Forest, Twisp and WinthropRanger Districts, and the Wenatchee National Forest, Chelan Ranger District,until further notice,(1) Hitching or tying any pack or saddle animal…
South Fork Tieton Road Speed Limit on the Naches Ranger District
This forest order implements speed limits on South Fork Tieton Road.
Motorized, Stock, Bicycle and Seasonal Trail Closures - Forestwide or multi district
Prohibiting use of any motorized vehicle on the Chelan, Cle Elum, Entiat, Lake Wenatchee, Leavenworth, and Naches Ranger District on certain trails and during certain seasons.
Eightmile Road 7601 Parking Restriction on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
Forest order prohibits parking in marked areas.
Clear Lake Reservoir Closure Restrictions on the Naches Ranger District
This forest order implements restrictions on the Clear Lake Resevoir.
No Dogs on Cross Country Ski Trails on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
Forest order prohibits possessing dogs on ski trails.
Commercial Hauling on Forest Roads - Forestwide
It is prohibited to use a Forest development road for commercial hauling without a permit or written authorization.
Pacific Crest Trail Bicycle Restrictions - Forestwide or multi district
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) . (b), the following is prohibited in or on any portion of tbe Pacific Crest National Scenic trail under Forest Service jurisdiction: Using or possessing a bicycle except by special-use authorization. (261.55 {b}} This prohibition is in addition to the general…
Rattlesnake Road 5215 Closure on the Entiat Ranger District
Using any motorized vehicle on the Rattlesnake Road #5215 from the gate in Section 21, T. 24 N., R. 20 E., W.M. to the gate in Section 10, T. 24 N., R. 20 E., W.M.
Motorized Vehicle Restrictions - Fortune Creek Area on the Cle Elum Ranger District
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following act is prohibited within the Wenatchee National Forest, Cle Elum Ranger District described in this order. The purpose is to protect the quality of soils, vegetation, unique scenic and botanical values. (1) Using any motorized vehicle, except…
Winter Motorized Use Closure Blewett Pass Area on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This order establishes use restrictions.
Meadow Creek Road Speed Limit on the Wenatchee River Ranger District
This forest order implements 25 MPH speed limit on the paved portion of Road 6300, also known as the Meadow Creek Road.
Campground Parking Limits on Wenatchee River Ranger District
This forest order prohibits possessing, parking or leaving more than two vehicles, except motorcycles or bicycles per camp units.
Grand Park 2 Fire Closure Update
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has rescinded closure orders for Ranger Creek Campground, Ranger Creek Airstrip, Suntop Trail 1183, Huckleberry Creek Trail 1182, Lonesome Lake Say Use Area, and Forest System Roads 75.The entirety of Forest System Road (FSR) #7305 to include spur 101 is…
Bell Creek Bridge Damaged
The approach and dismount of Bell Creek Bridge approximately 1/2 mile from FSR 12 on Elbow Lake Trail #697 is challenging due to gaps between the bridge and the trail caused by erosion and flood debris. The bridge decking is tilted with difficult footing. Fording Bell Creek may not be possible.
Middle Fork Nooksack (FSR 38) Road Closure
Middle Fork Nooksack Road (FSR) 38 is closed at Mile Post 7 due to a washout. Access to Elbow Lake 697 (Pioneer Camp) and Ridley Creek Trail 696 is blocked
Mountain Goats Have Been Present on Yellow Aster Butte
Mountain goat populations have been declining in recent years. Please help by keeping your distance. This will avoid disturbance to the goats and keep them in the habitat they need to survive. Injuries and even deaths have occurred to humans by mountain goats:Keep pets on leash! Always stay 50…
Anderson-Watson Road (FSR 1107) Closure, Mt. Baker Ranger District
Forest Service Road 1107 (Anderson-Watson Road) is closed due to a wash-out at Mile Post 3.8.
Sibley Creek/Hidden Lake Trailhead Road (FSR 1540) Closure, Mt. Baker Ranger District
Forest Service Road 1540 is closed due to a wash-out at Mile Post 2.6. Hidden Lake Trailhead is inaccessible by vehicle. Sibley Creek Road/FSR 1540 is off of the Cascade River Road near Marblemount, WA.
FSR 12 and FSR 1230 will be closed for repairs in August
Beginning in late August (between 08/10 and 08/24), Forest Service Roads 12 (and 1230) will be closed for scheduled road repairs. FSR 12 will be closed to vehicle traffic from Rocky Creek Bridge (MP 4.6) through to the Pioneer Camp and Dock Butte/Blue Lake Trailheads. The roads will remain open to…
Road Damages/Closures - Skykomish District
Winter weather conditions resulted in damages and closures to roads across the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBS). The MBS will undertake repairs on several roads this summer and next to address road damage. On the Skykomish District, affected roads include:FSR 63 (Index Galena Road)…
Road Damages/Closures - Snoqualmie District - Enumclaw Area
Winter weather conditions resulted in damage to roads across the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (MBS). The MBS will undertake repairs on several roads this summer and next to address road damage. On the Highway 410 corridor of the Snoqualmie Ranger District, the affected roads include:FSR…
Middle Fork Camping Closure
Dispersed camping is prohibited along part of Forest Road 56 and 5640, in a corridor adjacent to the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork Snoqualmie River. The purpose of the camping restriction is to reduce recreation-related impacts to: 1) riparian areas and 2) the recreation experience for day-use…
Camping Restrictions
This order sets limits on how long people can camp in one place to protect natural resources, protect visitor health, and ensure all visitors have a fair chance to use camping areas and available facilities. You can camp no more than 14 days in a row at the same spot outside developed…
Food Storage Order in place for Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has a food storage order in effect across the entire Forest. This order requires visitors to the Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest to store food items in a “bear resistant manner” and to properly dispose of wildlife attractants. The food storage…
Regional Order No. 10-01 - Marijuana - Simple Possession
Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on the Tongass and Chugach National Forests: Possessing, storing or transporting parts of a cannabis plant, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin extracted from any part of such plant; including and not limited to…
Regional Order No. 10-00-00-04-01 - Occupancy and Use - Alcohol
TONGASS and CHUGACH NATIONAL FORESTS Regional Office Juneau, Alaska Order No. 10-00-00-04-01REGIONAL ORDEROccupancy and Use Pursuant to 36 CFR 261.50 (a) & (b), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails located within and/or administered by the…
Regional Order No. R-10-96-01 - Forest Development Roads and Trails
R-10 SUPPLEMENT 7700-96-1 7730EFFECTIVE 5/17/96 Page 10 of 117731.14 - EXHIBIT 01ORDER NO. R-10-96-01FOREST DEVELOPMENT ROADS AND TRAILSALASKA REGIONPursuant to Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations, Subpart B, Section261. so (a) (b), the following is prohibited on National Forest Developmentroads…
Mendenhall Glacier VC Unit Food Closure
FOREST ORDERJuneau, AlaskaMendenhall Glacier Visitor Center Unit Food ClosureOrder No. 10-05-33-26-12Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the Mendenhall Glacier Recreation Area Visitor Center Unit of the Tongass National Forest,…
Ketchikan Misty Fjords Ranger District Fish Creek Forest Order Occupancy and Use Prohibitions
Occupancy and Use Prohibitions TONGASS NATIONAL FOREST Ketchikan Misty Fjords Ranger DistrictOrder No. 10-05-52-26-13 Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited on National Forest System lands within the boundaries of the Tongass National…
Roosevelt Harbor Forest Order Closure Wrangell Ranger District
TONGASS NATIONAL FORESTWrangell Ranger DistrictWrangell, AlaskaOrder No.: 10-05-22-26-14 FOREST ORDEREmergency Area ClosureForest Service Dock at Roosevelt Harbor, on Zarembo Island, Wrangell Ranger District, Wrangell Alaska.Prohibited ActsPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 CFR 261.50(a), and to…
Northern Region Camping & Target Restrictions, Pallet Prohibition
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within the states of Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Idaho
Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
Twentymile Leonia Forest Service Road 408 Closure
The purpose of this order is for public safety during repair operations on a washed-out section of NFS Road 408.
South Owl Prescribed Fire Closure
The purpose of this Order is to ensure firefighter and public safety during prescribed burning activities. This prohibits all methods of travel (i.e. foot, mechanized, motorized, and stock) on NFS lands within the described area, roads and trails.
Trail 16 Canyon Creek (Long Canyon) Closure
The purpose of this Order is for public and firefighter safety due to active fire suppression activities on Upper Smith fire burning in the area.
Beehive Lake Trail #279 Closure
The purpose of this Order is to ensure public safety due to high burn severity from theSilver Fire.
Dudley Revised Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to ensure public and firefighter safety in response to the Dudley Fire incident. This prohibits all methods of travel (i.e. foot, mechanized, motorized, and stock) on NFS lands within the described area except for those specific routes described under Exemptions.
Little Elk Trail 32 is closed weekdays from Sept. 15 - Nov. 30, 2026
The Little Elk Trail 32 is closed in full on weekdays for public safety due to logging operations, from September 15, 2026 through November 30, 2026 (unless rescinded earlier). The trail is open on weekends and holidays.
Heavy Truck Traffic on FS Road 209
Forests visitors are urged to use caution when traveling and recreating on Forest System Road 209, along the Little North Fork of the Coeur d’Alene River. Two active timber sales in the area are hauling at least 50 loads per day, Monday through Friday. Hauling will occur primarily from early…
Forest Roads 265, 422 and 911 Closure
The purpose of this order is for the protection of public and contractor safety during log hauling activities. We can expect 30 or more loaded log trucks per day leaving the Lamb Chop and Bigfoot timber sale areas.
Black Mountain / Forest Road 274
The purpose of this order is for public safety due to heavy recovery equipment and unsafe conditions during the recovery of a 4x4 light truck that is located 800 feet below FSR 274.
Catspur Creek Garnet Site Road and Area Closure
The purpose of this order is to close the Catspur garnet unauthorized dig area and access road FSR-361A, a 1.2-mile-long road, to protect public health and safety, as well as resource/property protection, including a rare area of geologic interest. This area is closed to mineral entry and no…
Rose Lake Area Closure
The purpose of this order is to close the Rose Lake Informal Recreation Site beach areafor public health and safety, to protect the public from potential adverse effects causedby the presence of anomalously high levels of lead found across the area, in the soils,sand and dust.
Emergency Road Closure Lightning Creek / Forest Road 419
The purpose of this order is for public safety due to road damage associated with flooding in theLightning Creek drainage and prohibits all motorized methods of travel on this portionNFSR 419.
West Fork Eagle Creek/Forest Road 805
The purpose of this order is for public safety due to extensive flood damage on FSR 805 (West Fork Eagle Creek) on the Coeur d’Alene River Ranger District and prohibits any motorized methods of travel on FSR 805 beginning at the National Forest Boundary north to the intersection of FSR 805 (West…
Emergency Road Closure Forest Road 225, Slate Creek
The purpose of this order is for public safety due to road damage associated with flooding in the Slate Creek drainage and prohibits all methods of travel (i.e., foot, mechanized, motorized, and stock) on the described portions of FSR 437, FSR 1530, and FSR 225.
Emergency Road Closures on Forest Roads 437, 1530, 406
The purpose of this temporary closure is for public safety due to road damage associated with flooding in the East Fork Hayden Creek drainage and prohibits all methods of travel (i.e., foot, mechanized, motorized, and stock) on the described portions of FSR 437, FSR 1530, and FSR 406.
Evans Landing Trail 64 Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety due to hazardous conditions due to impacts from recent wildfire events.
Abandoned Mines Area Closure
This order is in place for public safety and prohibits going into any abandoned underground opening, including but not limited to, mine adits, drifts, tunnels, caves and shafts that are the result of past mining activities within the forest boundaries as identified on the attached map.Contact Nira…
IPNF Glass Container Restrictions
This order prohibits possessing, using, or depositing glass containers in certain beaches, day use areas, and along certain rivers and bodies of water for the protection of public health and safety and for environmental concerns.
Idaho Panhandle Seasonal Food Storage Order
Food storage requirements on portions of the Bonners Ferry, Priest Lake and Sandpoint Ranger Districts from April 1 to December 1 every year. The order requires appropriate food storage practices to reduce the potential for human-wildlife conflicts.
Grizzly Ridge Road / Road 260 Closure
The purpose of this order is to provide public and logger safety due to active logging operations occurring along roadway. This closure order prohibits all methods of travel (i.e. foot, mechanized, motorized, and stock) on NFS Road 260.
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