U.S. Forest Service - PSICC National Forest

08/12/2026

If you fly, we can’t.

When drones are in the area, firefighting aircraft have to be grounded, putting crews and communities at risk. Keep your drone away from fire zones so firefighters can do their job safely.

A reminder that there is a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) in place over the Aspen Acres Fire 2026 and Willow fire area. This restriction applies to all aircraft, including drones and other unmanned aerial systems.

08/12/2026

08/11/2026

08/11/2026
Fire controlled at 0.1 acres
8:00 pm
Fire contained at 0.1 acres
6:45 pm
Insmont Fire
Size: 0.1 acres
Location: South Platte Ranger District 3 Miles SE of Bailey in Park County
Jurisdiction: US Forest Service
Resources: Platte Canyon Brush-5, E-11-1, Mod-11
Status: Active
Fuels: Pine needles and timber
Cause: Lightning

08/11/2026

08/11/2026
1:36 pm
2360 Road Fire
Status: Controlled
Size: 71 acres

Units responded to two lightning starts on the Comanche National Grasslands. Both fires are contained.
Red Fire
Stonewall Fire Department was first on scene and stopped progression.
Size: 87.7 acres
Location: SW of Campo, Baca County, CO

Jurisdiction: US Forest Service
Resources: USFS E-35 and Stonewall Fire Department Unit #600
Fuels: Grass and Sage Brush


2360 Road Fire
Size: 100 acres
Location: West of Campo, Baca County, CO
Jurisdiction: US Forest Service
Resources: SF E-7 and Pike Tender 3
Fuels: Grass and Sage Brush


Please report all smoke sightings by calling 911.

08/10/2026

The closure area for the Willow fire has been reduced again. The new closure is effective beginning today, Aug. 10, 2026 at 12 p.m. and lasting until September 30, 2026, unless rescinded.

Certain recreation sites and trails continue to be closed for public safety. These include the following:
• Mount Massive Wilderness
• Windsor Lake Trail #1490
• Highline/Native Lake Trail #1489
• North Mount Elbert Trail #1484
• Willow Creek Trailhead
• North Halfmoon Creek Trail #1485 (Mount Massive)
• Elbert Creek Campground
• Halfmoon East Campground
• Halfmoon West Campground

Official forest orders and maps can always be found on the PSICC alerts web page at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/psicc/alerts.
Lake County Office of Emergency Management Leadville and Twin Lakes, Colorado

08/07/2026

The heat and dry conditions remain prevalent across the Pike-San Isabel National Forests & Cimarron and Comanche National Grasslands. Here is your reminder that Stage 2 fire restrictions remain in place on both the Pike and San Isabel National Forests.

Additionally, the temporary recreational target shooting restriction is also still in place for the , , and . Please recreate responsibly.

The most up-to-date restriction information can be found on our website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r02/psicc/alerts

08/06/2026

When was the last time you did a tick check?

Forest Service researchers are studying how prescribed fire may help reduce tick populations — and potentially lower exposure to tick-borne diseases like Lyme disease.

It’s another way Forest Service science helps connect healthy landscapes with healthier communities. Link in the comments.

(Photo by Scott Bauer, USDA Agricultural Research Service.)

08/05/2026

Stay safe and hydrated while enjoying your big backyard during American Adventures Month!

• Drink plenty of water.
• Avoid sugary drinks and alcohol, as they can lead to dehydration.

Know before you go: https://www.fs.usda.gov/visit/know-before-you-go/heat