Alerts
Forest Alerts
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Buck Ridge Shooting Range Closed During Logging Operations
Buck Ridge Shooting Range is closed until further notice due to timber operations in the immediate vicinity. the range will reopen when work is complete. -
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,… -
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. -
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… -
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. -
Forest Order- Trails
Forest Order regarding prohibitions on national forest trails. -
Forest Order- Wildlife
Forest Order regarding prohibitions in respect to wildlife. -
Forest Order- Ponds
Forest Order regarding prohibitions at national forest ponds. -
Forest Order- Red Slough Wildlife Management Area
Forest Order regarding prohibitions in Red Slough WMA. -
Forest Order- Occupancy and Use
This Forest Order is in regards to prohibitions while occupying or using the national forest. -
Forest Order- Mountain Fork and Glover Rivers
Forest Order regarding prohibitions on the Mountain Fork and Glover Rivers. -
Forest Order- Shady Lake Recreation Area
Forest Order regarding prohibitions within Shady Lake Recreation Area. -
Forest Order- Caddo Pond Trail
Forest Order regarding prohibitions on the Caddo Pond Trail. -
Forest Order- Friendship Trail
Forest Order regarding prohibitions on the Friendship Trail -
Forest Order- Wolf Pen Gap
Forest Order regarding prohibitions within Wolf Pen Gap Complex. -
Forest Order- Fire
Forest Order regarding prohibitions in respect to fire. -
Forest Order- Day Use Areas and Rifle Ranges
Forest Order in regards to prohibitions in Day Use Areas and Rifle Ranges. -
Forest Order- Developed Recreation Areas
Forest Order in regards to prohibitions relating to developed recreation areas. -
Forest Order- Roads
Forest Order regarding prohibitions on national forest roads.