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Before heading out on your adventure, we encourage you to read through the rules and regulations associated with your planned activities as well as the active alerts, advisories, and general closures listed on this page. Individual recreation area closures will be listed on the specific recreation area page. Outdoor Safety & Ethics has additional safety information and recommendations that may help you plan your visit.
We do our best to post the latest information; however, safety is your responsibility. If you have any questions, please reach out to the appropriate Ranger District Office.
Rules & Regulations
We have compiled the rules and regulations governing many of our more popular recreation activities for your convenience. These helpful guides are updated periodically, but may not reflect recent updates or additions to special orders. For the official record of an order, please see the 'Public Notices' section below.
- Developed Camping Rules & Regulations
- Dispersed Camping Rules & Regulations
- Trail Rules & Regulations
- Picnic Area Rules & Regulations
- Shooting Rules & Regulations
- Wilderness Area Rules & Regulations
- Boat Ramp Rules & Regulations
- Horse Riding & Camping Rules & Regulations
- Off-Highway Vehicles Rules & Regulations
Alerts
- Comment Now: 2024 Recreation Fee Proposal
Date(s): May 3, 2024 - Jul 31, 2024
- Logging Operations near Redbird Crest Trail Sections 14, 15
Date(s): Jun 25, 2024
- RRG Suspension Bridge Impassable
Date(s): Mar 4, 2023
Closures
- Offices Closed for Independence Day, July 4
Date(s): Jul 4, 2024 - Jul 4, 2024
- Dog Slaughter Falls Trail Closure, Bridge Removed
Date(s): Apr 19, 2024
- Appletree Shooting Range closed Tuesdays 4-8pm
Date(s): Mar 18, 2024 - Sep 10, 2024
- Indian Creek Road Closed in Red River Gorge
Date(s): Apr 17, 2023
- Angel Mountain Rd Closed on Stearns District
Date(s): Jan 30, 2023
- Access Bridge to Peabody Trailhead Closed
Date(s): Aug 16, 2022
- Redbird Ranger District Road Closures
Date(s): Aug 4, 2022
- Forest Road 909 Near Clear Creek Shooting Range Closed
Date(s): Apr 28, 2022
Conditions
Weather Conditions
Before traveling or going outdoors to play, it's good to check the current weather and weather forecast. Especially in mountainous areas, local conditions can change quickly. Be well prepared so you can enjoy your trip.
Public Notices
Forest Supervisor Orders
Forest Supervisors and Regional Foresters issue orders that will close or restrict the use of certain areas.