Rocky Mountain National Park
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.
Williams Fork Fire Motorized Recreation Impacts
The following roads and trails in the Williams Fork burn scar are closed to motorized use: Table 1 Described Roads and Trails (All motor vehicle use prohibited) Williams ForkNFSR 140.3 (Keyser Ridge Road Spur) and NFSR 141.1 (Kinney Creek Road) starting from the Kinney Creek Trailhead. NFSTM140…
East Troublesome Fire Motorized Recreation Impacts
The following roads and motorized trails in the East Troublesome burn scar are closed to all motorized use: Table 1 Described Roads and Trails (All motor vehicle use prohibited) East TroublesomeNFSR 112 (Cabin Creek Rd) from the intersection with 112.1A to the intersection with Highway 125.NFSR…
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions - Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Stage 2 fire restrictions are now in place on our Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Fire Restrictions
There are currently fire restrictions in place on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions:Sulphur Ranger District within Grand County Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts within Boulder, Clear Creek, Gilpin and Jefferson…
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions - Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts
Stage 2 fire restrictions are now in place on our Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts.
Sulphur Ranger District Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions for the Sulphur Ranger District
West Crystal A - Mechanical Fuelbreak Area and Road Closure
A closure is in effect to ensure human health and safety during mechanical fuel treatment operations and minimize conflict between the contractor and the general public.
Area Closure Surrounding the Devils Nose Target Range
Closure surrounding target range for public safety.
Caribou Road Closure Order
Motor Vehicle closure order for a portion of Caribou Road (NFSR 505.1 on Boulder Ranger District) due to unsafe road conditions.
Raptor Nesting Area Closure - Boulder Ranger District
Area closure to protect raptor nesting sites on the Boulder Ranger District
Cameron Peak Fire Road Closures
Road closure to protect public safety from the effects of the 2020 Cameron Peak Fire and post-fire flooding on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District.
Permanent Recreational Shooting Order
Permanent recreational shooting order for the Canyon Lakes, Clear Creek, and Sulphur Ranger Districts of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland, described in the Forest Order detail below. An interactive, online map viewer of the Described Areas is available…
Weed Free Forage Products Order
Places restrictions on possessing, storing, or transporting any hay, hay cubes, straw, grain, or other forage or mulch product in the restricted locations
NFS Road 500 Motor Vehicle Prohibition
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the Described Road
Mount Evans Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Mount Evans Wilderness
Cave Closure and Restrictions
Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes WNS and to protect bat species during critical biological periods
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland Occupancy and Use
Order covering prohibitions on multiple topics including camping, campfires, dog leash requirements, and more
Bear-Resistant Food Storage Required
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the risk of adverse interactions between bears and humans, protecting wildlife and public health and safety
Forest Camping Stay Limit
Order prohibiting camping for more than 14 days in a 30-day period or more than 30 days in a 365-day period
Winiger Ridge/68J Designated Dispersed Camping Order
Camping, parking, and fire restrictions within the described area, roads, and trails
Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses Restrictions
Restriction in Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses
Rainbow Lakes Road and Ceran Saint Vrain No Camping Order
Camping and parking prohibitions within the restricted area
Magnolia Area Over Snow Vehicle Restrictions
Over snow vehicle restrictions in the restricted area
Vasquez and Little Vasquez No Camping Order
Prohibits camping in the restricted area
Maxwell Falls and Cub Creek Occupancy and Use Restrictions
Restrictions on occupancy and use in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger District Shooting Restrictions
Shooting restrictions for Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger Districts
Lookout Tower Road Closure
Restrictions on going into or being upon the National Forest System Road and Lands in the Restricted Road/Area
Alcohol & Target Shooting Restrictions
Restrictions on alcohol and firearms
BRD/CLRD Flood Area Closures
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety due to flood damage
Flood Related Shooting Closure
Prohibitions on discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Areas
Shadow Mountain and Willow Creek Reservoirs
Occupancy and use restrictions
Barbour Fork/Soda Creek Road
Area closure of a portion of Soda Creek Road and the Barbour Fork Trailhead to dispersed camping, fires and use after sundown or before sunrise
Columbine Road Closure
Restrictions on camping, campfires, and access in the restricted area
Colo Hwy 103 Closure
Restrictions on camping, campfires, and access in the restricted area
West Chicago/Hefferman Gulch - Camping/Fires Closure
Restrictions on camping and campfires in the restricted areas
Road and Area Closure around Baker Draw Designated Shooting Area
Prohibits going into or being upon the Restricted Area and being on the Restricted Roads.
Canyon Lakes Developed Trail Restrictions
Travel restrictions on developed trails in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes Occupancy & Use Restrictions
Restrictions on camping, fires, and boating in the restricted area
Brainard Lake Recreation Area
Prohibitions within Brainard Lake Recreation Area
South Nederland Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Area
Former Allenspark Dump Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm in the restricted area.
Berthoud Pass Sledding & Tubing Closure
Prohibits going into, or being upon, the Restricted Area
Pawnee Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the restricted area
Left Hand Slot Canyon Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm in the restricted area
Forest Service Road 96
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the restricted road
James Peak Protection/Special Interest Areas
Prohibited acts within the restricted area
Fire, Occupancy and Use
Restrictions covering camping, campfires, parking, and alcohol
Undesignated Snow Play Area
Prohibits going into or being upon the described area
Motor Vehicle Travel at Loveland & Berthoud Pass Ski Areas
Vehicle restrictions in the restricted area
Motor Vehicle Travel and Developed Trails
Restrictions that apply to motor vehicle travel and developed trail use
Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area
Prohibited acts in the Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area within the Pawnee National Grassland
Crow Valley Recreation Area
Restrictions on camping, vehicles, and pets in the restricted area
Indian Peaks Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Indian Peaks Wilderness
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) & (b), the following Act is prohibited within all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region, Forest Service, U. S. Department of Agriculture: Possessing or using a wagon, cart, wheelbarrow, bicycle or other vehicle (including "game carts")…
Arapaho National Recreation Area
Occupancy and use restrictions for Arapaho National Recreation Area
Ram’s Horn Closure
Prohibitions on going into or being upon the area commonly known as Ram's Horn between April 1 and July 30, of each year.
Lost Lake/ Laramie Lake/ Twin Lakes
Camping and fire restrictions in the restricted area
Dowdy Lake Campground Restrictions
Camping and vehicle restrictions within the restricted area
Never Summer Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Never Summer Wilderness
Boating Restrictions
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland until further notice: 1. Possessing or operating any motorboat on all lakes except: Chambers Lake, Dowdy Lake, Granby Reservoir, Shadow…
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.
Williams Fork Fire Motorized Recreation Impacts
The following roads and trails in the Williams Fork burn scar are closed to motorized use: Table 1 Described Roads and Trails (All motor vehicle use prohibited) Williams ForkNFSR 140.3 (Keyser Ridge Road Spur) and NFSR 141.1 (Kinney Creek Road) starting from the Kinney Creek Trailhead. NFSTM140…
East Troublesome Fire Motorized Recreation Impacts
The following roads and motorized trails in the East Troublesome burn scar are closed to all motorized use: Table 1 Described Roads and Trails (All motor vehicle use prohibited) East TroublesomeNFSR 112 (Cabin Creek Rd) from the intersection with 112.1A to the intersection with Highway 125.NFSR…
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions - Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Stage 2 fire restrictions are now in place on our Canyon Lakes Ranger District
Fire Restrictions
There are currently fire restrictions in place on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland. Stage 2 Fire Restrictions:Sulphur Ranger District within Grand County Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts within Boulder, Clear Creek, Gilpin and Jefferson…
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions - Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts
Stage 2 fire restrictions are now in place on our Boulder and Clear Creek Ranger Districts.
Sulphur Ranger District Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions for the Sulphur Ranger District
West Crystal A - Mechanical Fuelbreak Area and Road Closure
A closure is in effect to ensure human health and safety during mechanical fuel treatment operations and minimize conflict between the contractor and the general public.
Area Closure Surrounding the Devils Nose Target Range
Closure surrounding target range for public safety.
Caribou Road Closure Order
Motor Vehicle closure order for a portion of Caribou Road (NFSR 505.1 on Boulder Ranger District) due to unsafe road conditions.
Raptor Nesting Area Closure - Boulder Ranger District
Area closure to protect raptor nesting sites on the Boulder Ranger District
Cameron Peak Fire Road Closures
Road closure to protect public safety from the effects of the 2020 Cameron Peak Fire and post-fire flooding on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District.
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.
Trail & Access Impact: Stillwater Reservoir Project
Forest visitors in the Stillwater Reservoir area of the Routt National Forest should be aware of heavy equipment operating at the dam. No closures are in place, however equipment is traveling/operating along the North Derby Trail/Forest Trail 1122 and at the Stillwater Trailhead. The public should…
Stage I Fire Restrictions - Medicine Bow National Forest & Thunder Basin National Grassland
Stage 1 fire restrictions are in place for the Medicine Bow National Forest and Thunder Basin National Grassland in Wyoming. This includes all National Forest System land located in Albany, Campbell, Carbon, Converse, Crook, Natrona, Niobrara, Platte, and Weston counties in Wyoming. This is a…
Area Closure for the Fishhook Fire - Routt National Forest
*Updated 8/10/26This is an area closure due to the Fishhook Fire. It impacts a small portion of the Routt National Forest, Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District. The purpose of this closure is for public safety due to the impacts of the wildland fire and associated fire incident management…
Current Conditions
Current conditions on the Forests and Grassland District-specific information updated throughout the year for visitors.
Snyder Creek Trail Temporary Closure
A temporary Forest Order closing Snyder Creek Trail (Forest Trail 1226) due to active hazardous fuel vegetation removal from the Shiloh Salvage Timber Sale. The order closes a 6.7 portion of the trail in Jackson County, Colo., managed by the Parks Ranger District, Routt National Forest.
Stage I Fire Restrictions - Routt National Forest
Stage 1 fire restrictions are in place for the Routt National Forest in northwest Colorado. This includes National Forest System lands located in Garfield, Grand, Jackson, Moffat, Rio Blanco, and Routt counties. This is a temporary Forest Order to protect National Forest System lands by…
Snowy Range - 2026 Active Vegetation Operations
Visitors to the Snowy Range, Medicine Bow National Forest should be aware that in 2026 there will be multiple active vegetation projects that may necessitate temporary closures and/or should be noted for public safety reasons.Little Laramie Trail System, Sand Lake Road - Timber Operations News…
Food Storage Restrictions - All MBRTB Developed Recreation Sites
A permanent Forest Order to address storage of bear attractants. Established for public safety and wildlife protection, the order defines acceptable and unacceptable storage of food, refuse, or other items that could attract bears to developed recreation sites on the Medicine Bow-Routt National…
Steamboat Resort Ski Area Use Prohibitions
A permanent Forest Order for public safety that prohibits certain uses and activities within the boundaries of the Steamboat Resort Ski Area, Hahns Peak/Bears Ears Ranger District, Routt National Forest.
Seasonal Recreational Shooting Prohibition - Pole Mountain Area
A permanent Forest Order for public safety that prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun annually from March 31 to September 10 in the Pole Mountain Area of the Laramie Ranger District, Medicine Bow National Forest.
Seasonal Prairie Dog Shooting Prohibition - Thunder Basin National Grassland
A permanent Forest Order to protect at-risk species associated with prairie dogs, which prohibits shooting prairie dogs annually from February 1 to August 15 in a small, central portion of the Thunder Basin National Grassland.
All Forest Orders
MBRTB Forest OrdersVisit our Forest Order page for a list of all the current Forest Orders: Closures, Fire Restrictions, Prohibitions, and Camping/Occupancy/Use Restrictions.Forest and Regional orders are generally temporary in nature.Some of the reasons for the implementation of such orders are to…
Permanent Recreational Shooting Order
Permanent recreational shooting order for the Canyon Lakes, Clear Creek, and Sulphur Ranger Districts of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland, described in the Forest Order detail below. An interactive, online map viewer of the Described Areas is available…
Weed Free Forage Products Order
Places restrictions on possessing, storing, or transporting any hay, hay cubes, straw, grain, or other forage or mulch product in the restricted locations
NFS Road 500 Motor Vehicle Prohibition
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the Described Road
Cave Closure and Restrictions
Order is to reduce the spread of the fungus that causes WNS and to protect bat species during critical biological periods
Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland Occupancy and Use
Order covering prohibitions on multiple topics including camping, campfires, dog leash requirements, and more
Bear-Resistant Food Storage Required
The purpose of this Order is to reduce the risk of adverse interactions between bears and humans, protecting wildlife and public health and safety
Forest Camping Stay Limit
Order prohibiting camping for more than 14 days in a 30-day period or more than 30 days in a 365-day period
Winiger Ridge/68J Designated Dispersed Camping Order
Camping, parking, and fire restrictions within the described area, roads, and trails
Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses Restrictions
Restriction in Rawah, Comanche Peak, Neota, Cache la Poudre Wildernesses
Rainbow Lakes Road and Ceran Saint Vrain No Camping Order
Camping and parking prohibitions within the restricted area
Magnolia Area Over Snow Vehicle Restrictions
Over snow vehicle restrictions in the restricted area
Vasquez and Little Vasquez No Camping Order
Prohibits camping in the restricted area
Maxwell Falls and Cub Creek Occupancy and Use Restrictions
Restrictions on occupancy and use in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger District Shooting Restrictions
Shooting restrictions for Canyon Lakes and Clear Creek Ranger Districts
Lookout Tower Road Closure
Restrictions on going into or being upon the National Forest System Road and Lands in the Restricted Road/Area
BRD/CLRD Flood Area Closures
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety due to flood damage
Flood Related Shooting Closure
Prohibitions on discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Areas
Barbour Fork/Soda Creek Road
Area closure of a portion of Soda Creek Road and the Barbour Fork Trailhead to dispersed camping, fires and use after sundown or before sunrise
Columbine Road Closure
Restrictions on camping, campfires, and access in the restricted area
Colo Hwy 103 Closure
Restrictions on camping, campfires, and access in the restricted area
West Chicago/Hefferman Gulch - Camping/Fires Closure
Restrictions on camping and campfires in the restricted areas
Road and Area Closure around Baker Draw Designated Shooting Area
Prohibits going into or being upon the Restricted Area and being on the Restricted Roads.
Canyon Lakes Developed Trail Restrictions
Travel restrictions on developed trails in the restricted area
Canyon Lakes Occupancy & Use Restrictions
Restrictions on camping, fires, and boating in the restricted area
Brainard Lake Recreation Area
Prohibitions within Brainard Lake Recreation Area
South Nederland Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the Restricted Area
Former Allenspark Dump Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm in the restricted area.
Berthoud Pass Sledding & Tubing Closure
Prohibits going into, or being upon, the Restricted Area
Pawnee Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle or gas gun in the restricted area
Left Hand Slot Canyon Shooting Closure
Prohibits discharging a firearm in the restricted area
Forest Service Road 96
Prohibits using any type of motor vehicle on the restricted road
James Peak Protection/Special Interest Areas
Prohibited acts within the restricted area
Fire, Occupancy and Use
Restrictions covering camping, campfires, parking, and alcohol
Undesignated Snow Play Area
Prohibits going into or being upon the described area
Motor Vehicle Travel at Loveland & Berthoud Pass Ski Areas
Vehicle restrictions in the restricted area
Motor Vehicle Travel and Developed Trails
Restrictions that apply to motor vehicle travel and developed trail use
Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area
Prohibited acts in the Main Off Highway Vehicle (OHV) Area within the Pawnee National Grassland
Crow Valley Recreation Area
Restrictions on camping, vehicles, and pets in the restricted area
Indian Peaks Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Indian Peaks Wilderness
Wheeled Vehicles in Wilderness
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) & (b), the following Act is prohibited within all National Forest Wilderness Areas of the Rocky Mountain Region, Forest Service, U. S. Department of Agriculture: Possessing or using a wagon, cart, wheelbarrow, bicycle or other vehicle (including "game carts")…
Arapaho National Recreation Area
Occupancy and use restrictions for Arapaho National Recreation Area
Ram’s Horn Closure
Prohibitions on going into or being upon the area commonly known as Ram's Horn between April 1 and July 30, of each year.
Lost Lake/ Laramie Lake/ Twin Lakes
Camping and fire restrictions in the restricted area
Dowdy Lake Campground Restrictions
Camping and vehicle restrictions within the restricted area
Never Summer Wilderness Restrictions
Restrictions in Never Summer Wilderness
Boating Restrictions
Pursuant to 36 CFR, Section 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited within the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland until further notice: 1. Possessing or operating any motorboat on all lakes except: Chambers Lake, Dowdy Lake, Granby Reservoir, Shadow…
Overview
Rocky Mountain National Park is open year-round, covering 415 square miles (265,807 acres) in Colorado with over 300 miles of hiking trails. The park is currently in its winter season (late November through May). Trail Ridge Road, the iconic high-altitude route, officially closed for winter on November 14, 2025, and typically remains closed until late May. It's closed at Many Parks Curve on the east side and Colorado River Trailhead on the west side. However, several scenic drives remain accessible including Bear Lake Road, Endovalley Road, and portions of Trail Ridge Road to Hidden Valley and Many Parks Curve. For winter camping, Moraine Park Campground is open on a first-come, first-served basis (no reservations) with limited amenities and no running water. Wilderness camping permits are available year-round for $36 per trip. The park has seasonal raptor closures in effect at certain climbing areas (February 15-July 31) to protect nesting raptors. Winter visitors should be prepared for snow, ice, drifting conditions, high winds, and below-freezing temperatures, especially above 10,000 feet. No timed entry reservations are required during winter. The park's Information Office operates on reduced winter hours: 8am-4pm Monday-Friday and 8am-12pm Saturday-Sunday. For current conditions, call 970-586-1206 or check Trail Ridge Road status at 970-586-1222.
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