11:16 AM
— October 30th, 5:15 AM
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall over saturated
soils and waterways that flooded as recently as last week.
* WHERE...Coconino County, Navajo County, and Apache County. This
includes Navajo Nation.
* WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Sunday night.
* IMPACTS...Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry
washes, swimming holes, and over recently burned areas. Low-water
crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Another round of rain and thunderstorms is expected Saturday
night through the early morning hours of Monday. An additional 1
to 3 inches of rain will be possible over higher elevations, with
up to an inch at lower elevations. This rain will fall on top of
already saturated soils, increasing the threat of flooding.
- Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
Kaibab National Forest
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) plans to close State Route 67 for the winter at Jacob Lake on the North Kaibab Ranger District the morning of December 7th. The highway typically reopens mid-May.
Kaibab National Forest
Harmful algae may be in the water - contact can make you sick. Algal blooms can contain toxins harmful to people and pets - especially children.Please take care: Stay away from algae and scum in the waterKeep children and pets awayDo not drink or use this water for cookingWhen in doubt, stay…
Kaibab National Forest
To purchase a Christmas tree permit, visit Recreation.gov and search for Kaibab National Forest Christmas Tree Permits. It is important to carefully read the overview and need-to-know information prior to purchasing the permit. Visitors will also need to set up or log in to a Recreation.gov account…
Kaibab National Forest
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Kaibab National Forest
Kaibab National Forest visitors are limited to a 14-day limit in any consecutive 30-day period.
Kaibab National Forest
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Kaibab National Forest
The three sites used for wood and equipment staging (the Orderville gravel pit off NFSR 247, the NFSR 765M gravel pit off NFSR 462, and the snowmobile play area west of NFSR 270) remain closed.
Kaibab National Forest
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Kaibab National Forest
Fuelwood permits will be available on January 5, 2026, for the Williams and Tusayan Ranger Districts, and on May 1, 2026, for the North Kaibab Ranger District. Permit sales and firewood collection will run through December 31, 2026. Paid Permits are $20 for 10 cords of wood (limit 20 cords per…
Kaibab National Forest
Cinder Pit informationStarting April 1, 2025 at 8:00am, the public may call the Williams Ranger Station at 928-635-5600 to sign up for the waitlist. If you have any questions, please contact the Williams Ranger Station.Click here for more information on cinder pit locations (click the + next to…
Kaibab National Forest
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.
Kaibab National Forest
Forest thinning operations are underway at the Government Prairie project near parks. Be aware of truck traffic and heavy machinery in the area.