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Forest Alerts

  • Rexford Bench Campground Road & Boat Launch Closure

    A temporary closure order is now in effect on the Rexford Ranger District for Rexford Bench Campground Road #7940 and boat launch. The closure is to provide for public safety and safe construction operations while the boat ramp asphalt is replaced with concrete.

    Alert Start Date: February 2, 2026
    Forest Order: #01-14-01-26-02
  • Upper Young Creek Road #7202 Closure

    A closure order is now in effect on the Rexford Ranger District for Forest Service Road #7202 (Upper Young Creek Road). The closure is to provide for public safety due to a washout making the road impassable.

    Alert Start Date: January 22, 2026
    Forest Order: #01-14-01-26-01
  • Flood Events & Safety Reminders

    Over the past week, portions of the Kootenai National Forest have experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area.

    Alert Start Date: December 16, 2025
  • Ross Creek Cedar Flood Update

    After the recent flood events that occurred across the Kootenai National Forest, the Ross Creek Cedars unfortunately sustained significant damage. The damage is currently being assessed.

    Alert Start Date: December 16, 2025
  • Kootenai Flood Event & Inaccessible Areas

    Portions of the Kootenai National Forest have recently experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area.

    Alert Start Date: December 16, 2025
  • Isabella & Lost Girl Fires- Road and Trail Closure

    Due to the Isabella and Lost Girl Fires on the Cabinet Ranger District, a closure order is now in effect for a portion National Forest System Road 407, National Forest System Trail #407A, and Trail #646 (St. Paul Lake Trail). 

    Alert Start Date: October 8, 2025
    Forest Order: #01-14-07-25-18