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  • Order# 03-08-02-25-001: Sacramento Ranger District Area/ Dispersed Camping and Motor Vehicle Use

    This closure was enacted due to illegal off-highway vehicle use, resource damage to sensitive riparian areas, and ongoing restoration efforts. These activities have caused soil erosion, vegetation loss, and habitat disturbance, which require time and space for recovery.

    Alert Start Date: August 12th, 2025
    Forest Order: #03-08-02-25-001

  • Order# 03-08-01-25-001: Smokey Bear Ranger District Area/Trails Closure

    The purpose of this Order is to protect public helath and safety. These areas are subject to continued flooding effects through monsoon season and conditions have become hazardous.

    Alert Start Date: July 9th, 2025
    Forest Order: #03-08-01-25-001

  • InciWeb - for current incidents

    For the most current information on incidents, including wildfires and prescribed fires, go to InciWeb.

    Alert Start Date: March 3rd, 2025

  • Snow Play Closure

    Snow play areas within the Smokey Bear Ranger district near Ski Apache are closed until further notice to protect the public from the potential danger in proximity to the state highway 532.

    Alert Start Date: November 1st, 2024
    Forest Order: #03-08-01-24-007

  • Order # 03-08-02-24-002: Toboggan Trail (T5003) Closure

    Due to heavy erosion, the Toboggan Trail (T5003) is currently closed to all visitors. This closure is in effect to ensure public safety.

    Alert Start Date: February 26th, 2024
    Forest Order: #03-08-02-24-002

  • Occupancy and Use Prohibitions

    The following is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands in the Lincoln National Forest:

    Alert Start Date: December 1st, 2023
    Forest Order: #03-08-00-23-002
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