Final Update for GMUG Wildfires (7/16)
DELTA, Colo. (July 16, 2025) — The U.S. Forest Service has made significant progress in responding to multiple wildfire incidents across the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison (GMUG) National Forests. Firefighting personnel have worked diligently to contain and suppress numerous smaller fires throughout the area. These fires are now either fully contained or pose minimal threat, and no further updates will be provided unless conditions change significantly.
The Turner Gulch Wildfire remains a top priority in the region and Forest Service personnel will continue to support suppression efforts under the command of Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team 1. Details and updates on this fire will be shared by the lead agency on InciWeb and the incident’s official Facebook page. A GMUG closure order has been issued for the area surrounding the fire. For complete details and a map of the closure area, visit here.
While crews will continue monitoring and suppression where needed, this will be the final update for the following fires:
Bonfisk Peak Fire: Located in the West Elk Wilderness, south of Bonfisk Peak, the fire has burned approximately one acre and is burning in heavy dead and downed timber. Seven smokejumpers parachuted to the fire on Friday, July 11, and have been actively suppressing the fire. The fire is currently contained.
Gray Head Fire: The fire has burned less than one acre and is smoldering, with smoke visible from Highway 145, Telluride and Mountain Village. Ground access is restricted due to steep terrain, prompting additional helicopter bucket drops today. Telluride Fire Protection District resources remain on scene.
Indian Creek Fire: The fire has burned six acres and is contained. Resources will continue to monitor and patrol the fire over the next week.
Spring Camp Fire: The fire burned less than one acre and was called out on July 14.
As crews operate in challenging and often hazardous conditions, firefighter and public safety are always the highest priority.
As wildfire activity continues across the region, smoke impacts are likely to affect air quality in surrounding communities. Residents are encouraged to monitor conditions and take precautions to protect their health. For real-time updates and detailed air quality information, visit https://fire.airnow.gov.
The GMUG reminds the public to stay informed, follow local guidance and support firefighting efforts by avoiding affected areas. The GMUG is currently in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. See details here https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/gmug/alerts/grand-mesa-uncompahgre-and-gunnison-national-forests-enact-stage-1-fire-prohibition
For information and updates visit the forest website, X or Facebook.
About the Forest Service: The USDA Forest Service has for more than 100 years brought people and communities together to answer the call of conservation. Grounded in world-class science and technology– and rooted in communities–the Forest Service connects people to nature and to each other. The Forest Service cares for shared natural resources in ways that promote lasting economic, ecological, and social vitality. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to state and private landowners, maintains the largest wildland fire and forestry research organizations in the world. The Forest Service also has either a direct or indirect role in stewardship of about 900 million forested acres within the U.S., of which over 130 million acres are urban forests where most Americans live.
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