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. See Below for Current Alerts and closures.
Safety
Preparation and safety are of utmost importance while recreating in the national forest. Please observe safety alerts and notices before your excursion to the forest. Simply knowing the current conditions, closures and alerts prepares you for a pleasurable outdoor visit, free from any surprise that could deter your fun!
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Regional Orders
Learn more about the Weed Free Hay Order, Explosives and Exploding Targets and Fireworks and Spark Arrestors by clicking on the regional orders button.
District Orders
Cedar City Ranger District
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0407-23-04 - Markagant Aspen Project Closure and Map
Start Date: June 28, 20231 Expires: August 30, 2023 -
0407-10-02 - D2 Yankee Meadow Dispersed Camping Restriction
Start Date: April 18, 20221 Expires:June 10, 2025 -
0407-23-01 - Off Highway Vehicle Road Restrictions Within Developed Campgrounds
Start Date: February 13, 20231 Expires:February 13, 2028 -
0407-21-010 - Parking Restrictions Along Hwy 143 and Mammoth Creek Road
Start Date: April 5, 2021 Expires: April 5, 2026
Escalante Ranger District
- 0407-21-13 - D4 and D3 Campground OHV restrictions
Start Date: June 30, 20211 Expires: July 1, 2026
Pine Valley Ranger District
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0407-20-05 - Camping and Fire Restrictions
Start Date: April 18, 20221 Expires: April 1, 2027 -
0407-23-01 - Off Highway Vehicle Road Restrictions Within Developed Campgrounds
Start Date: February 13, 2023 Expires:February 13, 2028 -
0407-23-06 - Temporary Road Restrictions
Start Date: July 10, 2023 Expires: July 21, 2023
Powell Ranger District
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0407-22-03 - Dave’s Hollow Camping Restrictions
Start Date: April 11, 20221 Expires: May 1, 2027 -
0407-21-12 - D3 East Fork Camping Restrictions
Start Date: June 30, 20211 Expires: July 1, 2026 -
0407-21-13 - D4 and D3 Campground OHV restrictions
Start Date: June 30, 20211 Expires: July 1, 2026 -
0407-22-04 - Powell Ranger District Seasonal Road Closure
Start Date: Apr 15, 20221 Expires: Apr 16, 2027 -
0407-21-19 - Tom Best Area Camping Restrictions
Start Date: May 15, 20211 Expires: May 15, 2026
Forestwide Orders
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0407-21-07 - Cannabis Possession
Start Date: May 5, 2021 Expires: May 6, 2026 -
0407-22-11 - Camping Restrictions
Start Date: July 5, 2022 Expires: July 5, 2027 -
0407-21-20 - Camping Restrictions near water sources
Start Date: May 15, 2021 Expires: May 15, 2026 -
0407-21-01 - Camping and Parking are prohibited at the livestock corrals
Start Date: May 1, 2021 Expires: May 1, 2026
Forest Orders Interactive Map
The viewer linked below depicts Forest Orders on the Dixie National Forest. This map is intended to be used as a supplement to the signed Forest Orders listed below. The signed Order document remains the authoritative source.