Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest

Flood Watch issued October 9 at 1:15PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID

1:15 PM — October 10th, 6:00 AM

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Storm total rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches are possible across the area with localized 3 inches possible in spots, especially in the higher terrain of the eastern highlands. * WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, south central, and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in central Idaho, Sun Valley Region and Wood River Foothills. In eastern Idaho, Beaverhead - Lemhi Highlands, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In south central Idaho, Eastern Magic Valley and Shoshone/Lava Beds. In southeast Idaho, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region, Lower Snake River Plain, Marsh and Arbon Highlands, Raft River Region, Southern Hills/Albion Mountains and Upper Snake River Plain. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Monday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - A prolonged period of rainfall is expected across eastern Idaho throughout the weekend which could lead to some flooding across parts of the advised area. An upper low moving into the Pacific Northwest will combine with tropical moisture from Tropical Cyclone Rachel to usher in a cooler, wetter weather pattern across eastern Idaho. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

High Wind Watch issued October 9 at 1:12PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

1:12 PM — October 10th, 4:15 AM

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. For the High Wind Watch, south winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts in excess of 60 mph possible. * WHERE...Eastern Juab/Millard Counties, Sevier Valley, Western Millard and Juab Counties, Bryce Canyon Country, Upper Sevier River Valleys, and Southwest Utah. * WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, from 3 AM Saturday to 6 AM MDT Sunday. For the High Wind Watch, from Sunday morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers. Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few power outages may result.

High Wind Watch issued October 9 at 1:12PM MDT until October 12 at 6:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

1:12 PM — October 10th, 4:15 AM

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts in excess of 70 mph possible. * WHERE...Central Mountains and Southern Mountains. * WHEN...From Sunday morning through late Sunday night. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers.

Overview

The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest encompasses 2.2 million acres across northern Utah and southwestern Wyoming, receiving approximately 9 million visitors annually, making it one of the most heavily visited national forests in the country. The forest is currently open for recreation with several active closures you should be aware of: The Beulah Fire area has road, trail, and trailhead closures for public safety through late September 2025. The Blackhawk area on the Spanish Fork Ranger District (campground, roads, trails, and trailheads) remains closed to all use as of May 2025. Mill Creek Canyon upper area has road, picnic site, and trailhead closures for construction through December 2025-March 2026. Mineral Basin Road #085 is closed through October 2025 for repairs. The Neffs Canyon area has closures through late September for helipad construction. Year-round fire restrictions and camping stay limits are in effect forest-wide. The forest offers world-class winter recreation with access to "The Greatest Snow on Earth" and over 1,700 miles of hiking trails, making it ideal for backcountry and frontcountry experiences alike. Always check current conditions before your visit as closures and restrictions can change based on fire danger, weather, and ongoing management activities.

Campgrounds

Albion Basin Altamont Altamont Group Campground Anderson Cove Aspen Grove Balsam Bear Canyon Bear Claw Yurt Bear River Campground Beaver View Campground Beulah Vista Yurt Big Water Yurt Birches Picnic Area Blackhawk Blacksmith Fork Guard Station Blasam Campground Botts Campground Boundary Creek Yurt Bountiful Peak Campground Boy Scout Bridger Campground Bridger Lake Campground Butterfly Campground CASCADE SCENIC DRIVE DISPERSED AREA Card Guard Station Card Picnic Area Cemetery Point Picnic Area Cherry

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