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  • Wildfire Alert – Oklahoma Ranger District, McCurtain County

    Wildfire Alert – Oklahoma Ranger District, McCurtain CountyFire personnel are actively responding to 3 wildfires burning in the same general area on the Oklahoma Ranger District in McCurtain County, northwest of Hochatown.The incidents are currently estimated to be approximately 60% contained.…
    Alert Start Date: August 28, 2026

  • Wildfire Risk Increases in Arkansas and Oklahoma

    The Ouachita and Ozark–St. Francis National Forests are experiencing heightened wildfire activity due to a combination of persistent triple-digit heat and lack of recent precipitation. These factors have created ideal conditions for active fire behavior across both forests.Firefighter and public…
    Alert Start Date: August 28, 2026

  • Hole in the Ground Hiking Trail Closed due to Logging Operations

    Hole in the Ground hiking trail on the Poteau Cold Springs RD is closed until further notice due to logging operations on and adjacent to the trail.
    Alert Start Date: August 25, 2026

  • Sugar Creek Multi-Use Trail Partially Closed Due to Logging Operations

    Sugar Creek Multi-Use Trail on the Poteau-Cold Springs District will be partially closed beginning August 10, 2026 due to logging operations.3.1 miles of the trail will be closed from Trail Marker 11 near FSR 20 to Trail Marker 13 near FSR 19. The trailhead access point at Trail Marker 12 will also…
    Alert Start Date: August 10, 2026

  • Forest Order- Caddo Pond Trail

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions on the Caddo Pond Trail.
    Alert Start Date: July 2, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-CAD-01-2026

  • Forest Order- Mountain Fork and Glover Rivers

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions on the Mountain Fork and Glover Rivers.
    Alert Start Date: July 2, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-TIA-02-2026

  • Forest Order- Red Slough Wildlife Management Area

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions in Red Slough WMA.
    Alert Start Date: July 2, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-TIA-01-2026

  • Forest Order- Ponds

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions at national forest ponds.
    Alert Start Date: July 2, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-ONF-08-2026

  • Forest Order- Trails

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions on national forest trails.
    Alert Start Date: July 2, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-ONF-06-2026

  • Forest Order- Shady Lake Recreation Area

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions within Shady Lake Recreation Area.
    Alert Start Date: June 26, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-MENA-01-2026

  • Forest Order- Wolf Pen Gap

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions within Wolf Pen Gap Complex.
    Alert Start Date: June 26, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-MENA-02-2026

  • Forest Order- Friendship Trail

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions on the Friendship Trail
    Alert Start Date: June 26, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-JESS-01-2026

  • Forest Order- Occupancy and Use

    This Forest Order is in regards to prohibitions while occupying or using the national forest.
    Alert Start Date: June 26, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-ONF-09-2026

  • Forest Order- Wildlife

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions in respect to wildlife.
    Alert Start Date: June 26, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-ONF-07-2026

  • Forest Order- Special Closure

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions within boundaries of archeological, prehistoric, or historic resources.
    Alert Start Date: June 26, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-ONF-05-2026

  • Forest Order- Roads

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions on national forest roads.
    Alert Start Date: June 26, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-ONF-04-2026

  • Forest Order- Day Use Areas and Rifle Ranges

    Forest Order in regards to prohibitions in Day Use Areas and Rifle Ranges.
    Alert Start Date: June 26, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-ONF-02-2026

  • Forest Order- Developed Recreation Areas

    Forest Order in regards to prohibitions relating to developed recreation areas.
    Alert Start Date: June 26, 2026
    Forest Order: #OA-ONF-01-2026

  • Henderson Hill Road (FSR 689) Partially Closed

    Forest Service Road 689 (Henderson Hill Road) near Bates, Ark. is partially closed until further notice due to a washout. The road is impassable at that point so drivers will need to turn around at the barricaded area.The washout is located at 34.925099, -94.418281.
    Alert Start Date: June 23, 2026

  • Road Reconstruction on Forest Service Road C27A

    Road reconstruction is currently underway on Forest Service Road C27A, which provides access to the Pigeon Roost Shooting Range near Glenwood, Arkansas. Work is expected to continue for the next 2–3 weeks, weather permitting. The road will remain open, and the shooting range will be accessible,…
    Alert Start Date: May 6, 2026

  • Lake Ouachita Vista Trail Partially Closed for Timber Sale Activity

    The Lake Ouachita Vista Trail from the intersection of Mountain Harbor Rd to Forest Service Rd 44210 will be closed for 0.5 miles east of that intersection. This closure will be in place starting March 3, 2026 until further notice due to timber sale activity in the area.
    Alert Start Date: March 2, 2026

  • Be Bear Aware in the National Forests in Arkansas & Oklahoma!

    National Forests in Arkansas and Oklahoma are bear country. If you’re venturing into their territory, here are some tips for staying safe:Let someone know where you are going and when you plan to return.Stay alert, do not wear headphones, and cautiously approach any blind corners on trails.If you…
    Alert Start Date: October 9, 2025

  • Portions of Wildcat Trail Closed Due to Tornado Damage

    The southern loop of the Wildcat Trail will be closed until further notice due to tornado damage. The northern loop is open for hiking and biking.
    Alert Start Date: June 6, 2025
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