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Fossil Creek (Oct. 2 - March 31) Camping, Fire, and Glass Prohibitions
Closure
Date(s): Oct 2, 2023 - Mar 31, 2033
Order Number: # 03-04-06-23-21
Fossil Creek Wild and Scenic River
Camping, Fire and Glass Container Prohibition
This order goes into effect from October 02, at 8:00 am, through March 31, at 8:00 am, every year from 2023 through 2033 unless rescinded.
Prohibitions
- Camping.
- Building, maintaining, attending and or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire.
- Possession or use of glass containers.
- Possessing or using any type of motorized vehicle off National Forest System Roads.
Purpose
The purpose of this order is to better protect nearby communities from the threat of catastrophic wildfires, lessen impacts on unique riparian plant and wildlife resources, preserve traditional and contemporary cultural values, and enhance the overall recreational experience as required by the National Wild & Scenic Rivers Act of 1968.
For More Information
Coconino National Forest Supervisor’s Office
Flagstaff, AZ
928-527-3600
Tonto National Forest Supervisor’s Office
Phoenix, AZ
602-225-5200
This Order supersedes any previous Orders prohibiting the same or similar acts in the same Described Area.