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Recent News

• SFNF Will Implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions May 24 Due to Extreme Drought, High Fire Danger

  Release Date: May 14, 2021  

• Crews Conduct Hand Ignitions on Cuervito Fire

  Release Date: May 13, 2021  

• SFNF Managing Cuervito Fire to Reduce Fuels, Restore Forest Health

  Release Date: May 12, 2021  

• Here We Go Again – Too Many Abandoned Campfires on SFNF

  Release Date: May 11, 2021  

• SFNF Pecos/Las Vegas Plans to Continue Rowe Mesa Prescribed Burn

  Release Date: May 7, 2021  

• SFNF Asks Visitors to Think about Wildfire Conditions, Recreate Responsibly

  Release Date: May 5, 2021  

• SFNF Coyote District Plans Mesa Poleo/Cordovas Prescribed Burn

  Release Date: May 3, 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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