There are currently no fire restrictions within the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests.
Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests visitors are limited to no more than 14 consecutive days within any 30 day period.
The purpose of this Order to protect public health and safety from unsanitary conditions resulting from use of the area for camping with the lack of bathroom facilities.
As shown in the map at Exhibit A, the Described Area encompasses all National Forest System lands, roads, and trails within the Benny Creek Campground, and the Southfork Day Use Area. The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety within burned areas of the…
Gila National Forest
Order 03-00-00-21-002 prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting a cannabis plant, any part of a cannabis plant, or any substance derived from a cannabis plant within the Southwestern Region National Forests in the State of New Mexico and the National Grasslands in the states of Texas and…
Gila National Forest
Starting early October 2026, 18 miles of Forest Road 141 (FR 141, Reserve-Beaverhead Road) will close periodically for improvements to road surface and infrastructure.
Gila National Forest
The New Mexico Environment Department is warning visitors to use caution at Lake Roberts due to the presence of harmful algae blooms. Harmful algae blooms, or HABs, occur when certain types of algae grow excessively in water, posing potential health risks to people and animals. HABs can appear…
Gila National Forest
The Gila National Forest has issued a public health and safety area closure of Quemado Lake due to a harmful algal bloom. The area closure will remain in effect until December 31, 2026 at 6 a.m., or until NMED advises that the lake is safe for public use.
Gila National Forest
The Gila National Forest is issuing a temporary closure order for the Ben Lilly Campground and the Willow Creek Campground, in effect from 6 a.m. on July 21, 2026 through October 16, 2026 (or until rescinded). This order serves to protect public health and safety as monsoonal flood events have…
Gila National Forest
An area closure goes into effect at 6:00 a.m. Saturday, June 13 for all National Forest System lands east of Catron County Road A095 (Mangas Road), as well as all roads and trails within the area closure (see map).
Gila National Forest
June 1 - early DecemberThe Gila National Forest will close approximately 1.5 miles of Forest Road (FR) 220 north of Luna while a contractor for the Federal Highway Administration removes and replaces a bridge over Romero Creek, just east of Romero Lake. FR 220 will be closed near the Romero Creek…
Gila National Forest
Spring usually coincides with increased animal activity, and this year is no exception. Over the past couple of months, we have received reports of possibly rabid and aggressive animals near popular recreation areas:In early April, we received multiple reports over one weekend of suspected rabid…
Gila National Forest
Resources diverted from recreation improvements and law enforcement to address damage from vandalismRepairing, restoring, and investigating vandalized sites takes Forest Service time and U.S. taxpayer money away from making other improvements on the 3.3 million acres of the Gila National Forest.…
Gila National Forest
PROHIBITIONSPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) the following is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands in the Gila National Forest (including those lands identified on the Gila National Forest Map as Apache National Forest, within the State of New Mexico)…
Coconino National Forest
A section of Coconino National Forest land surrounding National Parks Service Road 545 is temporarily closed to the public. The access road to O'Leary Peak is not accessible for hiking or driving during the closure.
Coconino National Forest
The purpose of this order is to protect public health and safety during and following precipitation events within the Oak Creek watershed affected by the Pocket Fire.
Coconino National Forest
Snowbowl Road (Forest Road 516) will temporarily close from 5 a.m. to noon on Sept. 19, 2026, for the annual Climb to End Cancer event.
Coconino National Forest
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for the area west of Sedona except within designated camping areas.
Coconino National Forest
Portions of both Willard Springs and Newman Park roads will temporary close for cattleguard replacement.
Coconino National Forest
Specific trails in association with the Pocket Fire are still closed due to the danger they pose to the public.
Coconino National Forest
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in effect for National Forest lands surrounding Flagstaff.
Coconino National Forest
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.
Coconino National Forest
Coconino National Forest visitors are limited to a 14-day limit in any consecutive 30-day period.
Coconino National Forest
Restrictions regarding fire, occupancy, use and waste are in effect in the Verde Wild and Scenic River area.
Coconino National Forest
Camping, campfire, glass container prohibitions in effect for the non-permit Fossil Creek season.
Coconino National Forest
Camping, campfire, glass container prohibitions in effect for the non-permit Fossil Creek season.
Coconino National Forest
Year-round camping and campfire restrictions are in place for the Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon areas.
Coconino National Forest
Glass containers are prohibited within 300 feet of Oak Creek except within a developed campground or picnic area.
Caldwell Cabin
The 2011 Wallow Fire affected this area. Falling trees and other hazards still exist; be aware when entering the forest. All open areas are subject to closure at any time if safety conditions change. High-clearance vehicles are recommended. For more information, visit www.fs.fed.us/r3/asnf or call the Alpine Ranger District at 928-339-5000.
Lewis Canyon
This campground was surrounded by the Rodeo-Chediski fire in the summer of 2002. The area around the campground was severely burned and presents safety hazards, including stump holes and falling limbs and trees. The campground is still forested and trees within the facility have been sprayed with pesticide to help protect against bark beetles. For more information, contact the Lakeside Ranger District at 928-368-2100.
Tonto National Forest
Due to the Canyon Lake drawdown all recreational sites around Canyon Lake including the marina and the lakebed will be closed. Apache Trail (SR 88) will remain open.
Tonto National Forest
Due to the construction of a new Tonto Creek bridge Upper and Lower Creek Campgrounds are closed until construction is completed. Additionally, Horton Creek Trailhead parking area is closed until construction is completed. An alternate route to Horton Creek Trail will be available from Derrick…
Tonto National Forest
Due to blasting in the Pinto Valley Mine area on the Globe Ranger District areas near the mine are closed for public safety.
Tonto National Forest
December 1, 2024, at 12 p.m. and will remain in effect seasonally each year from December 1 through June 30, until June 30, 2026, at 12 p.m.
Tonto National Forest
Recreational target shooting targets specifically manufactured for the purpose of target shooting are the only approved target types. (i.e. paper / cardboard silhouette, clay pigeons, steel targets, self-healing targets, etc.)All other materials not manufactured for the purpose to recreational…
Tonto National Forest
Please refer to the Coconino National Forest website for information regarding the closure of Forest Road (FR) 708, parking restrictions, and prohibitions on glass containers, camping, and campfires at the Fossil Creek Wild & Scenic River during permit season from April 1-October 1. The four-mile…
Benny Creek Group Area
Benny Creek Campground will be closed until repairs from the fire can be completed. Please check back as we will update as more information is available.