Prescott National Forest - Alerts & Closures

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Alerts

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NO WATER AVAILABLE AT LYNX LAKE RECREATION SITES
Date(s): May 15, 2024
There are currently NO FIRE RESTRICTIONS in effect
Date(s): Aug 8, 2024
Temporary Camping Restrictions along Highway 260 and Salt Mine Road Corridor
Date(s): Dec 13, 2018 - Jan 7, 2025
Drones Use on Forest Service Lands
Date(s): Mar 4, 2016
Prescribed Burn Information
Date(s): Sep 30, 2013

Closures

Prescott National Forest Upcoming Office Closures
Date(s): Sep 25, 2024 - Oct 31, 2024
Order Number:# 03-09-05-24-02 Black Canyon Area Emergency Shooting Closure
Date(s): May 6, 2024 - Nov 2, 2024
Perkinsville Bridge Area Special Closure
Date(s): Oct 4, 2023 - Oct 3, 2025

Public Notices

#03-09-03-24-07 Prohibition on Non-Equestrian Camping, Groom Creek Horse Camp

Prohibition on non-equestrian camping (i.e., camping without horses) in Groom Creek Horse Camp. The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety. This Order shall be in effect from August 15, 2024, at 06:00am, through August 14, 2026, 08:00pm unless rescinded.

Order #03-09-03-24-07

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Order Number:# 03-09-05-24-02 Emergency Shooting Closure Black Canyon

Black Canyon Recreation Area Emergency Closure for Recreational Shooting for Public Health and Safety prohibits discharging a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun in locations near developed Verde River Access Points from Monday, May 6, 2024 through Saturday, November 2, 2024.

Order Number:# 03-09-05-24-02

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