1:25 AM
— 12:15 PM
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall over saturated
soils and waterways that flooded as recently as last week.
* WHERE...Yavapai County and northern Gila County.
* WHEN...From 10 AM MST Friday morning through 10 PM MST Friday
evening.
* 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 tropical moisture arrives in central Arizona
Friday morning. Expect generalized accumulations of 0.50" to
1.00" of rainfall within the watch area, locally higher amounts
of up to 2.00" possible in thunderstorms.
- Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
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…
Tonto National Forest
Closure order due to construction activities associated with the SR260 Lion Springs Project conducted byArizona Department of Transportation on the Tonto National Forest.
Tonto National Forest
Closure Order to implement repairs and improvements to the Horseshoe Dam Road previously damaged by severe flooding.
Tonto National Forest
The continuation for the Riverside Campground closure due to the 2024 Riverside Fire. The 2024 Riverside Fire caused severe damage to many trees, leaving some unstable, dead, or partially burned. These hazards create a risk of falling limbs or complete tree failure, making the area unsafe until…
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…
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.
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
Due to high stream flows on the Gila River that have overflowed onto roadways within the Mogollon Box Day Use Area, the vehicle access gate into the day use area was closed on October 23, 2026. Water flowing over the roadway and deposited silt and other debris are a hazard to vehicle entrapment.…
Gila National Forest
For public safety, a portion of Whitewater Trail #207.1 is closed until further notice due to recent flooding along Whitewater Creek. 10/19/26 - NMDOT cleared the debris and the low water crossing is passable right now. HOWEVER, given the upcoming rain forecasted this week, the road to the Catwalk…
Gila National Forest
As of Sept. 23, 2026, there is a closure order in place along FSR 141 near Reserve. This closure will be in effect intermittently, mid-week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays) as needed by the contractor, and as needed for unforeseen events where closure of the road is necessary to protect public health and…
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 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 January 1, 2027 (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)…
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.
Coconino National Forest
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety during and following precipitation events and resulting rockfall and flood debris hazards within the West Fork watershed affected by the Pocket Fire.
Coconino National Forest
Coconino National Forest visitors are limited to a 14-day limit in any consecutive 30-day period.
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
Date: Oct. 16 Size: 990 acresLocation: 1 mile northeast of Wing Mountain. 1 mile north of Fort Valley.Type of Burn: Pile. Learn more about types of prescribed fire here.Smoke Impacts: Smoke and flames will be visible from Highway 180 and FSR 222 during and immediately after ignitions. Light smoke…
Coconino National Forest
The Walker Hill area near Bellemont will temporarily close due to ongoing pile burns from Oct. 11, 2026 to Nov. 11, 2026.
Coconino National Forest
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety during and following precipitation events and resulting rockfall and flood debris hazards within the West Fork watershed affected by the Pocket Fire.
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
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.
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.