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SHEYENNE RANGER DISTRICT FIRE RESTRICTION ORDER
The Sheyenne Ranger District has issued a fire restriction order for all National Forest System lands in Ransom and Richland Counties, North Dakota, effective July 29 through December 31, 2026. The order prohibits building or using campfires or stove fires and restricts smoking except in cleared or… -
Grand River National Grasslands Fire Restrictions Order
Fire restrictions are in place across the Cedar River and Grand River National Grasslands beginning July 24, 2026, at 12:00 PM through December 31, 2026. The purpose is to reduce the risk of human‑caused wildfires during dry conditions. This order outlines what activities are prohibited, who may… -
AREA CLOSURE - Vehicles Off Road - Little Missouri National Grassland
The Forest Service is closing all National Forest System lands in the Little Missouri National Grasslands to off-road vehicle use from July 22, 2026, to July 22, 2028. Exceptions apply for permitted users, official duties, and certain authorized special uses. The order aims to protect wildlife,… -
Road Closure-NFSR 7124 Magpie Campground
NFSR 7124, including access through Magpie Campground to the Maah Daah Hey Trailhead, will be closed July 20–August 15 for public safety during construction. Only authorized personnel and permitted users may enter the area. For questions, contact the Medora Ranger District. -
Road Closure-NFSR 735A-9
Effective July 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM MDT, the Medora Ranger District has closed National Forest System Road (NFSR) 735A‑9 due to road damage that poses public safety concerns. The closure will remain in place through December 31, 2026 at 11:59 PM MST, unless rescinded earlier. -
Little Missouri National Grassland Fire Closure Order # 01-18-00-26-02Â
This order restricts campfires, smoking outside safe areas, and driving wheeled vehicles on Prairie Two Track roads in the Little Missouri National Grassland whenever fire danger is High or above, or during Red Flag Warnings. Some exceptions apply, such as propane stoves, certain permitted… -
North Dakota Burn Restrictions & Fire Danger Maps
Check for restrictions before burning and participating in outdoor activities.It is critical that you verify current restrictions before burning or participating in outdoor activities. Conditions may develop throughout the day, such as the issuance of a Red Flag Warning, resulting in a change in… -
South Dakota Grassland Fire Danger Map
For current information on county fire danger, please refer to the South Dakota Fire Danger Map with the text products below to assess the Grassland Fire Danger for South Dakota.Text products will be issued daily by 5:00 AM during the fire-weather season or when high, very high, or extreme… -
Firewood Use and Possession Restrictions
This order restricts the use of firewood across all Dakota Prairie Grasslands to prevent the spread of invasive pests. It bans firewood brought in from out-of-state, quarantined counties, or uncertified vendors, while allowing approved sources like onsite dead-and-downed wood, certified… -
Road Closure- National Forest System Roads #747 and 7471 Medora Ranger District
Road Closure- National Forest System Roads #747 and 7471 Medora Ranger District