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Here you will find alerts, closures, and Forest Orders. 

Forest Alerts

  • Spring Lake Recreation Area Swim Beach Closed due to Algae Blooms

    The swim beach at Spring Lake Recreation Area is closed until further notice due to a high level of algae…
    Alert Start Date: July 24, 2026

  • ARDOT Hwy. 123 Bridge Rehabilitations Closure Dates

    Big Piney Creek and Gee Creek - Johnson CountyARDOT Hwy. 123 Bridge Rehabilitations Closure Dateshttps://ardot.gov/news/26-105/ Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) has issued a news release announcing closure dates for Highway 123 Bridge Rehabilitations in Johnson County. The Highway…
    Alert Start Date: July 20, 2026

  • Lake Wedington Recreation Area Water Line Project

    Work on the Lake Wedington Recreation Area waterline project is underway, and crews are now on site. The area, including walk‑in access, is closed to the public for the duration of the project. Please respect all closure signs and avoid the area to keep visitors and workers safe. Updates will be…
    Alert Start Date: July 2, 2026

  • Shores Lake Road (FS1501) Under Construction

    UPDATED 6/9/26: Hurricane Road work has been completed. Shores Lake Road work is still ongoing.Safety notice: Heavy machinery and increased traffic are expected on Shores Lake Road and Hurricane Road on the Boston Mountain Ranger District, due to road improvement activities planned to begin…
    Alert Start Date: October 30, 2025

  • 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

  • Morgan Mtn Rd Partially Closed for Road Repair

    A portion of Morgan Mountain Road (FSR 1504) is closed due to a landslide and subsequent construction work to repair and stabilize the road. The road is closed to all traffic between Lumpkin Creek Road (FSR 1538) and Beech Grove Road (FSR 1533). Work is anticipated to be completed in late spring of…
    Alert Start Date: September 29, 2025

  • Use Caution on Moccasin Gap Trails

    Due to recent heavy rain events, the Moccasin Gap Trail System has been severely damaged. Some areas may be impassable. Use extreme caution while riding the trail system.  If you encounter a hazard on the trail, turn around...do not attempt to traverse.
    Alert Start Date: May 1, 2025

  • FSR 1806B Closed

    FSR 1806B on the Big Piney District is closed until further notice due to a landslide. 
    Alert Start Date: May 1, 2025

  • Sylamore District Flood and Tornado Closures

    Updated 6/10/26Due to storms in 2025, the following areas are closed or have partial closures. These closures will be in place until further notice.Reopened areasBarkshed CampgroundGunner Pool CampgroundBlanchard Springs CampgroundBlanchard Springs Day-Use AreaNorth Sylamore Creek Trail Flood…
    Alert Start Date: April 7, 2025

  • FSR 1003 (White Rock) Road Closure Partially Lifted

    UPDATED 5/22/26The portion of the road located between Bliss Ridge Road (FSR 1505-1) and Wood’s Gap at the junction with Bowles Gap Road (FSR 1505-2) has been repaired and is now open to traffic. The most eastern slide is near the Spirits Creek Bridge and there is no estimate of when or if this…
    Alert Start Date: June 6, 2023

  • Forest Order- Long Pool Recreation Area

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions within Long Pool Recreation Area.
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-03-22-140

  • Forest Order- Shores Lake Rappelling

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions when rappelling within Shores Lake Recreation Area.
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-05-22-141

  • Forest Order- White Rock Rappelling

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions when rappelling in the White Rock area.
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-05-22-129

  • Forest Order- Moccasin Gap

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions within the Moccasin Gap Complex.
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-03-22-139

  • Forest Order- Wilderness Areas

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions within national forest Wilderness Areas.
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-00-22-138

  • Forest Order- Trails

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions on national forest trails.
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-00-22-127

  • Forest Order- Day Use Areas

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions within national forest Day Use Areas
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-00-22-133

  • Forest Order- Occupancy and Use

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions while occupying and using the national forest.
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-00-22-135

  • Forest Order- Developed Recreation Areas

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions within national forest developed recreation areas.
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-00-22-134

  • Forest Order- Roads

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions on national forest roads.
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-00-22-136

  • Forest Order- St. Francis Lakes

    Forest Order regarding prohibitions at Bear Creek and Storm Creek Lakes
    Alert Start Date: August 1, 2022
    Forest Order: #08-10-07-22-142

  • East Fly Gap Rd Closed

    East Fly Gap Road is closed east of Highway 23 due to a landslide. The ground is too unstable to allow vehicle traffic. See map for exact location of road closure.
    Alert Start Date: April 29, 2021

  • FSR 1353 Closed

    Road FS 1353 (Treadwell Hollow) on the Big Piney Ranger District is closed due to a landslide. No estimated time for road reopening.
    Alert Start Date: April 14, 2021
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