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Recent News

• Lower Portion of Pacheco Canyon Road Reopens after 2020 Medio Fire; Medio Fire Closure Order Remains in Place

  Release Date: Apr 16, 2021  

• SFNF Coyote District Plans Cordova Prescribed Burn

  Release Date: Apr 9, 2021  

• Virtual Fuelwood Permit Sales Resume May 3 on Santa Fe National Forest

  Release Date: Apr 9, 2021  

• SFNF Pecos/Las Vegas District Implements Rowe Mesa Prescribed Burn Today

  Release Date: Apr 8, 2021  

• Interagency Partners Introduce New Tool for Fire Restrictions Information

  Release Date: Apr 6, 2021  

Features

Proposed Recreation Fees and Comment Information

We are accepting comments on proposed changes to the management of the developed recreation program. These changes will impact campgrounds and day-use sites on the Carson, Gila, Lincoln, and Santa Fe National Forests, and the Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands. Comment period ends September 30, 2021.

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Spotlights

Beaver Dam Analogs (BDAs)

Human-made beaver dams on the Santa Fe National Forest improve wetlands and wildlife habitat. Watch a short video to learn more.

History of Fire Lookouts on SFNF

A comprehensive and captivating history of fire lookouts on the Santa Fe National Forest by Barbara Zinn, who staffs the Barillas Lookout Tower during fire season.

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