Sioux County
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.
Railroad Buttes Shooting Prohibition
Prohibits shooting of firearms in the Railroad Buttes OHV area.
Termination of Order # 02-07-01-26-04, Anderson Bridge Fire Area Closure
TERMINATION OF ORDERNEBRASKA NATIONAL FORESTS AND GRASSLANDS Anderson Bridge Fire Area #02-07-01-26-04, 13 March 2026
Prohibits Camping more than 14 days
Prohibits camping in the same ranger district, in a developed campground or dispersed camping, for more than 14 nonconsecutive days within a 30-day period.
Permanent Prohibition of Shooting Prairie Dogs in Conata Basin
Under the Dingell Act, this provides permanent authority, replacing the temporary orders that have been in place since 1998. Chadron, Neb., April 19, 2024 – The U.S. Forest Service issued the permanent prairie dog hunting closure in a portion of the Conata Basin, located within Management Area…
Closed area near Black Hills Army Depot
Closes area within the Buffalo Gap National Grasslands adjacent to the Black Hills Army Depot.
Limited Cell Phone Coverage
Cell phone voice and data coverage is very limited in the park and surrounding area. Free visitor WiFi is available in the visitor center.
No Fuel Services
Fuel up before visiting! Agate Fossil Beds National Monument is 30-50 miles from the nearest service stations.
Park Closed Monday, 1/15
The park will be closed on Monday, January 15th due to extremely cold temperatures.
Red Flag Warning issued June 11 at 1:00PM MDT until June 12 at 8:00PM MDT by NWS Cheyenne WY
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY THROUGH 8PM FRIDAY... * WIND...On Thursday, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. Thursday night, variable in the evening, becoming south around midnight with localized gusts up to 40 mph possible through Friday morning. On Friday, south winds becoming west at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * HUMIDITY...On Thursday, between 10 and 20 percent. Thursday night, humidity recoveries to between 40 and 65 percent. On Friday, between 6 and 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Wind Advisory issued June 11 at 7:58AM MDT until June 11 at 5:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Fall River, Southern Foothills, and Western Fall River. * WHEN...Until 5 PM MDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Sudden wind gusts can cause drivers to lose control, especially in lightweight or high profile vehicles. Strong winds can cause blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris.
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