August 8th, 11:39 AM
— 12:00 PM
The following message is transmitted on behalf of the Wyoming
Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division, and the
Wyoming Department of Health.
* WHAT...Air Quality Alert for Wildfire Smoke.
* WHERE...All of Western and Central Wyoming
* WHEN...Now through Noon Monday.
* IMPACTS...Smoke from western United States wildfires continues to
be observed across much of western and central Wyoming. The smoke
is limiting visibilities at times.
HEALTH INFORMATION...The Wyoming Department of Health recommends
that the elderly, young children, and individuals with respiratory
problems avoid excessive physical exertion and minimize outdoor
activities during this time. Wildfire smoke is made up of a variety
of pollutants, including particulate matter and ozone, which can
cause respiratory health effects. Although these people are most
susceptible to health impacts, the Department of Health also advises
that everyone should avoid prolonged exposure to poor air quality
conditions.
CURRENT CONDITIONS...The Wyoming Department of Environmental
Quality, Air Quality Division offers near real-time air quality data
for Wyoming's monitoring stations and health effects information to
help the public interpret current conditions. Current air quality
conditions across the state of Wyoming can be found at
http://www.wyvisnet.com/.
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
A temporary area closure will be in place August 19 through September 2, 2026 for North Fork Sheep Creek as Utah Division of Wildlife Resources continues a native cutthroat trout restoration project using rotenone. The area within 20 feet of North Fork Sheep Creek will be closed during treatment.…
A temporary area closure will be in place August 4 through August 6, 2026 for the Fall Creek drainage as Utah Division of Wildlife Resources continues a native cutthroat trout restoration project using rotenone. The area within 20 feet of Fall Creek, its tributaries, and Anderson and Phinney Lakes…
Due to low water levels, Anvil Draw boat ramp will be closed starting July 7.
Pulling any object, including a person or persons behind a boat; or operating a boat to cause a wake for the purpose of pulling a person or object, with or without a rope is prohibited inside Horseshoe Canyon.
Flaming Gorge Reservoir water elevations are expected to be lower than normal this year due to long‑term drought conditions and increased releases from Flaming Gorge Dam. Lower water levels can expose offshore hazards that are normally deep enough to avoid, such as rocks, debris, logs and other…
To protect the High Uintas Wilderness Area, Ashley National Forest and Uinta Wasatch Cache has implemented limitations to group size, pack animals, and camping within the backcountry.
Campfires are prohibited in within the High Uinta’s Wilderness around certain lakes and reservoirs. See included map for areas.
For the protection of public health and safety, it is prohibited to fish from any concrete boat ramp on the Flaming Gorge Reservoir.
Antelope Flat
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Jarvies Boat In Group
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Skull Creek
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Avintaquin Campground
For the 2026 season, this campground will be first-come, first-served. The Group Site (#10) will remain available here on Recreation.gov.
Lucerne Campground
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Dripping Springs
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Jarvies Family Boat In
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Deer Run Campground
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Greendale
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Firefighters Campground
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Cedar Springs Campground
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Canyon Rim
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Arch Dam Campground
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Mustang Ridge Campground
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Summit Springs Guard Station
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Lodgepole At Flaming Gorge
Our facility is currently experiencing a temporary service outage. Please visit our website or contact the facility for additional information.
Dutch John Draw Campground
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.
Moon Lake Campground
We are unable to provide water at Moon Lake Campground, Moon Lake Group Site and the Moon Lake Guard Station for the 2026 season. Due to debris flow damage during the summer of 2023, we are installing a new water system to replace the infrastructure that was damaged. This project is currently underway, but we do not expect it to be completed this season. We apologize for any inconvenience and please reach out if you have any questions.
Greens Lake
Due to current water supply conditions, water availability throughout the summer may be uncertain because of potential water shortages. Plan on bringing enough water for your stay.