Alerts
Before visiting the Superior National Forest, there is information you should know about. In the Alerts section you will find information about current conditions and closures on the forest.
We want your visit to be an enjoyable one. By following national forest rules and regulations, your outdoor recreation experience should prove rewarding and other visitors will likewise enjoy their visits. Please visit the rules and regulations page for more information.
Interactive Alerts and Closures Map
View the Conditions page for our interactive Alerts and Closures Map and links to weather and road conditions.
Fire Information
Fire Information links are available on the Fire Information page.
Prescribed Fire
Planned prescribed fires are available on the Prescribed Fire page.
Forest Alerts
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Lake County Bridge 38535–New Tomahawk Road Construction Project
Lake County will be completing a bridge rehabilitation project for Bridge 38535, New Tomahawk Road (County State Aid (CSAH) 34) over the Stony River. This work is located within the Superior National Forest, and the planned road closure will impact travel and access to USFS Roads. Project Scope:… -
April Rain Road Washouts
Recent rain events have caused several road washouts on both the Laurentian Ranger District and Gunflint Ranger District. Laurentian Ranger DistrictForest Road 107-Kane Lake Road, has a washed out a culvert on the West Splitrock River about 5 miles east of Hwy 2. No through traffic at this… -
Upcoming Road Improvement Projects
The Superior National Forest will temporarily close two sections of National Forest System roads for public and contractor safety while construction projects occur. Additionally, other road projects will cause intermittent delays while culverts are replaced, and ditch work is completed. See… -
Planned spring prescribed fires beginning soon
Superior National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations beginning this month, pending all required approvals. This work is expected to continue through June as weather conditions allow. Prescribed fires originate from a planned ignition in accordance with applicable laws, policies and… -
Forest Order 09-09-26-02: BWCAW Bear Aware Food Storage Order
Prohibitions related to food, food containers, etc. in the Boundary Waters Canoe Wilderness Area from April 1 - November 30 of each year.FAQs Q. What was the major change in the updated BWCAW Bear Aware Food storage order?A. In consultation with the MN DNR the annual effective date changed from… -
FR323 Ball Club Road Caution
Visitors to Ball Club Lake should take caution. (link to bold https://www.fs.usda.gov/r09/superior/recreation/ball-club-lake) The Gunflint District Ranger terminated the closure of FR 323 - Ball Club Road on September 11. Please note that this area and other areas across the Superior NF will… -
Forest Closure Order 09-09-25-07: Closure Notice for Public Safety – Laurentian District
The Superior National Forest (NF) has issued Forest Closure Order 09-09-25-07 that continues restrictions to all traffic (motorized and nonmotorized) on Kane Lake Spur J (Forest Road 107J), and Hush Lake Road (Forest Road 790) on the Laurentian Ranger District in Lake and St. Louis Counties.The… -
Watch for Wildfire Hazards While Recreating
Wildfires can pose risks to firefighters and the public even after they are contained. It is important to use extreme caution and good judgment when in fire-impacted areas due to the ongoing dangers that can be difficult to identify. After the flames, the risk remains.For more information on how to… -
Devil's Track Tributary Bridge Closure
A trail bridge on the Superior Hiking Trail (SHT) located approximately .4 mile west of the Lindskog Trailhead (Co. Rd 58) has been closed. This bridge is located between the Devil Track River Bridge and the Lindskog Road Trailhead. Hiking access on the SHT is available up to the closed bridge… -
Forest Order 09-09-24-01: Conditions of Use Restrictions for the Superior
Limits camping at developed sites to 14 days, prohibits camping at Jeanette Lake Island, Birch Lake "TP Island", and Grassy Lake Island; also prohibits using roads for commercial hauling with a permit or written authorization and operating an over-snow vehicle on designated ski trails.