Kaibab National Forest - Land Details

Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions

To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting devic

Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits:

Holiday office hours in effect

Our offices will have modified hours for the upcoming holidays. All federal offices will be closed for Christmas (Dec. 24 through Dec. 26) and New Year's Day (Jan. 1).

Flagstaff-area camping and campfire restrictions in effect year-round

Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for National Forest lands surrounding Flagstaff.

Kachina Village and Pumphouse Wash Camping and Campfire Restrictions

Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for the Kachina Village and Pumphouse Wash area south of Flagstaff, between State Route 89A and Interstate 17, except within designated camping areas on Forest Road 237.

Banjo Bill Picnic Area Closure

The Banjo Bill Picnic Site is currently closed for public safety.

Lake Mary Restrictions in Effect

Camping, campfire and use prohibitions are in effect in the Lake Mary area.

C.C. Cragin Reservoir Vehicle and Swimming Prohibitions

Vehicle and swimming restrictions are in effect for the C.C. Cragin (Blue Ridge) Reservoir.

Occupancy and Use Prohibition: San Francisco Peaks Alpine Tundra and Inner Basin Restrictions

Use restrictions are in effect for the San Francisco Peaks Inner Basin area.

14-Day Camping Limit in a Consecutive 30-Day Period

Coconino National Forest visitors are limited to a 14-day limit in any consecutive 30-day period.

West Sedona Camping and Campfire Restrictions

Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for the area west of Sedona except within designated camping areas.

Verde Wild and Scenic River Special Restrictions

Restrictions regarding fire, occupancy, use and waste are in effect in the Verde Wild and Scenic River area.

Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River (Non-Permit Season)(October 2 - March 31)

Camping, campfire, glass container prohibitions in effect for the non-permit Fossil Creek season.

Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River (Permit Season)(April 1 - October 1)

Camping, campfire, glass container prohibitions in effect for the non-permit Fossil Creek season.

Cinch Hook Pit Area Safety Closure

A portion of Cinch Hook Pit is closed for public safety.

Sedona/ Oak Creek Canyon Camping and Campfire Restrictions

Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in place for the Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon areas.

Oak Creek Glass Container Prohibition

Glass containers are prohibited within 300 feet of Oak Creek except within a developed campground or picnic area.

Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions

To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting devic

Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits:

Pile Burning Work Continues on the Bradshaw RD (Prescott Basin)

Fire managers on the Prescott National Forest plan prescribed fire operations, primarily pile burning, in the Prescott Basin on the Bradshaw Ranger District. The hand piles are from recent hazardous fuels reduction and thinning projects.

Prescott National Forest Pile Burning Planned on the Bradshaw Ranger District

Fire Managers on the Bradshaw Ranger District plan to conduct a prescribed fire, primarily pile burning, on Big Bug Mesa – pending favorable conditions.

Prescott National Forest lifts Stage 1 fire restrictions and recreational shooting restrictions

The Prescott National Forest has lifted Stage 1 Fire Restrictions and the Emergency Recreational Shooting order effective Sept. 5, 2025, at 8 a.m. This decision follows careful monitoring of fuel moisture, weather patterns, and fire activity.

Juniper Fire (BLM)

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Orchard Fire

Prescott National Forest resources are actively engaged with the Orchard Fire, a potential lightning caused fire near the Town of Clarkdale; the incident is currently listed at 65 acres with 50% containment.

Prescott National Forest announces Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

PRESCOTT, Arizona, May 29, 2025 - Due to rapidly drying wildland fuels and above normal predicted fire potential for the month of June, the Prescott National Forest plans to enter Stage 1 Fire Restrictions, to include a recreational shooting prohibition, beginning Friday, May 30t

Towers Mountain Road (NFSR 52C) Temporary Closure

Temporary closure of NFS Road to protect the infrastructure, ensuring the continued operation of critical communication services and reduce vandalism of communication facilities, including towers and equipment shelters. This Order shall be in effect from April 25, 2025, at 07:00a.m.

Verde Ranger Station Closed to the Public

The Camp Verde Ranger Station will close to the public starting on Monday, April 28, 2025. The public can still access all products and services at the Red Rock Ranger Visitor Center, located at 8375 State Route 179, Sedona,

NFS Road 354 Closure Order #03-07-25-00

This Order prohibits travel on the NFS Road 354 and other roads in the area on the Williams Ranger District of the Kaibab Naitonal Forest and the Chino Valley Ranger District of the Prescott National Forest.

Lynx Lake Boat Launch Temporarily Unavailable due to Low Water

Lynx Lake boat launch temporarily unavailable due to low water

Hwy 260 Corridor Camping Restrictions

Camping prohibition along the Highway 260 corridor to mitigate natural resource degradation, including negative impacts to soil, water quality and riparian corridors, stemming from overuse of the Described Areas by the public, as well as to protect public health and safety from forest

Target Type Shooting Restriction

Prohibition on shooting specific target types. The purpose of Order #03-09-05-24-08 is to protect natural and cultural resources from sanitation impacts and protection of public health and safety.

Verde Wild & Scenic River Fire, Occupancy and Use, and Waste Prohibitions

The purpose of Order #03-09-05-23-25 is to protect natural resources and meet management standards established in the Verde Wild and Scenic River Comprehensive River Management Plan as required by the National Wild & Scenic Rivers Act of 1968. This Order shall be in effect from December

Prescott Basin Dispersed Camping Restrictions

Order #09-233 restricts camping in the Prescott Basin to designated dispersed sites.

14-Day Camping Limit

Order #09-225 prohibits camping on the Prescott National Forest for more than 14 days within a 30-day period.

Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks Restrictions

To prevent fires and for public safety order 03-00-23-001 prohibits to 1) possess, discharge, or use any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic devices; 2) use explosives; or 3) operate an internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting devic

Motor Vehicle Order Road Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is for the protection of public health and safety and prohibits:

Effective Jan 1, 2026 - UPDATED - White Sage & Dragon Bravo Fires Temporary Area Closure

Saddle Mountain Wilderness, most of House Rock Valley within the North Kaibab Ranger District and some roads in the White Sage Fire footprint will remain closed due to ongoing flooding risk and other hazards.

Prescribed Fire Operations near Parks Dec 29-31

Fire crews on the Kaibab National Forest plan to conduct approximately 200 acres of prescribed pile burning north of I-40 in the vicinity of Parks today, December 29th, through Wednesday, December 31st.

Winter 2025/2026 pile burns on the Kaibab NF

The Kaibab National Forest is planning prescribed fire pile burns on up to approximately 9,000 acres on the Williams and Tusayan ranger districts and approximately 1,100 acres on the North Kaibab Ranger District, pending all required approvals.

State Route 67 closes on December 8 at Jacob Lake - North Kaibab Ranger District

Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) will be closing State Route 67 at Jacob Lake on the North Kaibab Ranger District the morning of December 8th for the winter season. ADOT typically reopens SR-67 mid-May.

Christmas Tree permits now available through Recreation.gov

Christmas tree permits for the Kaibab National Forest are available to purchase online through Recreation.gov beginning Thursday, October 9, and permit holders may begin cutting their trees on Saturday, Nov

Effective Oct 8, 2025 - UPDATED - White Sage & Dragon Bravo Fires Temporary Area Closure

On Wednesday, October 8, 2025, the Kaibab National Forest will once again reduce the forest closure, reopening just over 7,000 additional acres of forest lands west of Highway 67 in the Murray Lake area where the Dragon Bravo Fire Incident Command Post was located.

Forest Road 354 on Kaibab & Prescott NF Temporarily Closed for Repairs

National Forest System Road (NFSR) 354 is closed for public safety due to flood damage and washed-out sections of the road, which lies on portions of the Prescott and Kaibab National Forests.

Firewood permits available 4/1 for Williams & Tusayan RDs, 5/1 for North Kaibab RD

Fuelwood permits will be available on April 1, 2025, for the Williams and Tusayan Ranger Districts, and on May 1, 2025, for the North Kaibab Ranger District. Permit sales and firewood collection will run through December 31, 2025.

Thinning operations near Whispering Pines (Williams)

Forest thinning operations are underway at the Holden Project west and north of Williams near the Whispering Pines community. Be aware of truck traffic and heavy machinery in the area.

Forest thinning operations near Parks

Forest thinning operations are underway at the Government Prairie project near parks. Be aware of truck traffic and heavy machinery in the area.

Camping/Campfire Closure within Proximity to Developed Sites

From Recreation.gov

Big Springs has reopened for reservations for stays August 28, 2025 - October 13, 2025, with a 2-night minimum stay required. Visitors are advised to be aware of traffic and other activities associated with the Dragon Bravo and White Sage fires, as well as to stay up to date on current closures on the North Kaibab and surrounding lands.

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