Please check the Alerts & Notices page before your trip to the Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Simply knowing the Forest Orders, current conditions, alerts, and closures prepares you for a pleasurable outdoor experience with no surprises! This webpage provides current information about restrictions, closures, alerts and advisories. If you have questions regarding any of this information, please contact the appropriate office:
Big Spring headwaters closed to boating, rafting, swimming, wading, etc.
Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations 261.50 (a) gives each Forest Supervisor the authority to issue orders which close or restrict use of the of described areas within the area over which he/she has jurisdiction. An order may close an area to entry or may restrict the use of an area by applying any or all of the prohibitions authorized in Title 36, Part 261, Subpart B, of the Code of Federal Regulations.
The National Interagency Fire Center posts an updated copy of the Situation Report (SIT) on a daily basis. This national report captures specific information regarding large fires, an outlook for the day, the total number of fires and acreage burned, as well as the current number of committed resources. National Incident information is also available by accessing Inciweb, a national website that captures all risk management situations in the U.S. You can access this national site at https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/
The most effective way to prevent mishaps is to adequately prepare for your trip. Knowledge of the area, weather, and limitations of your body can help ensure a safe and enjoyable trip.
This order is intended to reduce adverse human-grizzly bear interactions, thereby promoting human safety and the protection of bears and other wildlife species in the Caribou-Targhee National Forest
Idaho state law currently allows individuals under 16 years old to operate off-highway vehicles (OHV) on National Forest System roads whether or not they have a driver's license. When traveling on National Forest System roads to or from your favorite camping or hunting spot, you may encounter other drivers of all ages with varying experience levels and different types of motorized vehicles. Please take extra care to watch for all kinds of traffic to avoid life-altering collisions on roads managed by your national forest.
Due to rising safety concerns, effective immediately the Caribou-Targhee National Forest Westside Ranger District is implementing an emergency trail closure for the Lead Draw Trail #109, from the Lead Draw trailhead to the confluence of Walker Creek and Crestline Trails. The closure will remain in effect until a viable and safe solution can be identified.
Area(s):
Hawley Gulch Trail, Kelly Canyon Foot Trail, Kelly Canyon Road, Kelly Canyon Ski Area, Pine Creek Trail
Date(s): Jan 22, 2020
Pursuant to Title 36 CFR 261.50 (a) and (b) the following act is prohibited within the area described in this Order, all within the Palisades Ranger District, Caribou Targhee National Forest. This area is closed from December 15 through April 15th, annually.
All Groomed ski trails and area depicted on the map attached hereto as Exhibit A., in the Kelly Canyon area on the Palisades Ranger District, Caribou Targhee National Forest.
Utah Avalanche Center
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