Medicine Bow National Forest

The Forest Service emphasizes that forest users are responsible for knowing where they are and what types of restrictions may be in effect.

Forest Road 707A also reopened in the last couple weeks. Repairs had to be made after a beaver dam burst, washing out the road and leaving it impassable.

Prescribed burning can mimic natural fires, reducing hazardous fuels buildup and improving habitat for wildlife.

The Forest Service says it is the user’s responsibility to know where they are and what types of restrictions may be in place when accessing public lands.

“I appreciate all of the people who took time to speak with me in person or send in their comments about this project,” said Romero.

The road closures would provide areas of secure habitat for deer and elk during transition periods, difficult winter months and the fawning and calving season.

Recent wet conditions have forced the U.S. Forest Service to temporarily close all roads on the Pole Mountain unit of the Medicine Bow National Forest. The Forest Service says in a press release that wheeled motor vehicles are prohibited while the closure in effect...

A group of about 100 snowmobilers is coming to the Snowy Range this weekend, and a U.S. Forest Service law enforcement officer is taking the opportunity to put out some key information about snowmobiling in the Medicine Bow National Forest...