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.
- View the Conditions page for our Interactive Alerts and Closures Map and links to weather and road conditions.
- Fire Information links are available on the Fire Information page.
- Planned prescribed fires are available on the Prescribed Fire page.
Forest Alerts
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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… -
Wildfire Emergency Closure Issued for Affected Recreation Sites
Due to the wildfires from a lightning storm on July 7, 2026, some recreation sites on the Superior National Forest were closed under Wildfire Emergency Area Closure for Health and Public Safety, Order #09-09-00-26-10. Releases linked below are for the recreation closures and reopening of areas.… -
BWCAW Phased Re-opening
Due to wildfires from a lightning storm on July 7, 2026, the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) closed all access with Forest Order 09-09-06-26-07 Emergency Closure Order. See most recent Exhibit A – List of recreation sites and Exhibit B – Map of area below under Associated… -
Onion River Bridge on the Superior Hiking Trail Replacement
The Onion River Bridge is being replaced. The current bridge spanning the Onion River will be removed by July 8. The anticipated timeline for completion of the new bridge is October 4, but is weather permitting and condition dependent. There is no reroute associated with the removal of the bridge.… -
Closure Order for Cook County Brush Disposal Site
In coordination with Cook County, the USDA Forest Service is restricting public access to the Cook County Brush Disposal Site at 224 Airport Pit Road (Township 62N, Range 1W, in the NW 1/4 Section 23, off Cook County Route 27) to protect public health and safety during a wildfire. Forest Order… -
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:… -
Forest Road Improvement Projects
The Superior National Forest will temporarily close 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 attached… -
BWCAW Bear Aware Food Storage Order
Forest Order 09-09-26-02Prohibitions 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… -
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… -
Conditions of Use Restrictions for the Superior
Forest Order 09-09-24-01Limits 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…