Alerts
Be sure to check the Alerts page before recreating on the Boise National Forest. Simply knowing the Forest Orders, current conditions, alerts, and closures prepares you for a pleasurable outdoor experience with no surprises! This webpage also provides current regional information about restrictions, closures, alerts, and advisories.
Forest Alerts
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Rock Fire Area, Road and Trail Closure
Road, trail and area closure surrounding the Rock Fire for public and firefighter safety. Updated Aug. 28, 2025 at 6:00 A.M.
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Public Safety Occupancy and Use on all Boise National Forest Lands
This Order applies to all National Forest System lands and roads within the Boise National Forest for purposes of public health and safety.
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Deer Point Trail, Road and Area Closure for July 21- Nov. 28
Bogus Basin area’s Deer Point Project begins a new area closure for public safety due to active logging operations. The closure will be in effect weekdays beginning July 21 and running through Nov. 28. This closure includes upper Eastside Trail.
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Flat Fire GNA Salvage Road and Trail Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety during timber operations near the Flat Fire burn area. These will be in effect from June 20 through December 31, 2025.
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Lowman Ranger District Dispersed Camping Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect undeveloped campsites along portions of Highway 21 and National Forest System Roads 582 and 524 from overuse and to let highly impacted areas to recover.
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William Pogue and Roaring River Trail Closure Order
Portions of the William Pogue and Roaring River Trails are closed.
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South Fork Salmon Road Closure
This order prohibits motor vehicles on the South Fork Salmon River Road having more than 10,000 lbs on the steering axle and tire width less than nine inches, or more than 300 lbs per inch of tire on all axles, from March 15th through June 1st annually.
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Rainbow Basin Occupancy and Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect natural resources values and public health and safety within Rainbow Basin.
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Lava Fire and Boulder Fire Road and Trail Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety from hazards related to the Lava and Boulder Fires.
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Grimes Creek Area Closure
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety and natural resources.
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Occupancy and Use
Details camping stay restrictions for more than 14 days during any 30-day period throughout the year.
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Wilson Creek Trail System Temporary Closure to Motor Vehicle Use
The purpose of this Order is to protect big game during critical life stages.