Desert News
TEMPORARY FIRE CLOSURES at RINCON MOUNTAIN DISTRICT of SAGUARO NATIONAL PARK Due to extreme fire danger and concern for public safety, and for the protection of the park’s natural and cultural resources, Saguaro National Park will implement fire closures in the Rincon Mountain (East) District, beginning at noon on Thursday, June 9, 2011. These closures […]
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Utah State Parks boating rangers, in partnership with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and U.S. Coast Guard, will sponsor three boating under the influence (BUI) checkpoints Saturday, June 25 at Halls Crossing Marina on Lake Powell, the South Marina at Willard Bay State Park and the Main Launch Ramp at Sand
OPERATION DRY WATER AT LAKE POWELL Read More »
Inciweb Wallow Fire Update June 7, 6:00 PM Location: south and west of Alpine, Arizona Size: 311,481 acres Percent Contained: 0% Injuries to Date: none Structures: 343 threatened; 1 damaged; 10 lost Current Evacuations · Effective Immediately: Further evacuations have been ordered by the Apache County Sheriff’s Office for all the areas south of Hwy
Hot News: Extreme Arizona Wildfire Up to 311,481 Acres, 0% Contained Read More »
Make sure your travel plans to the desert don’t include driving on the 405 near the Sepulveda Pass July 15-18th, 2011. Says the LA Times, “The northbound 405 will be closed for 10 miles between the 10 and 101 Freeways, and the southbound 405 will be closed for four miles between the 101 Freeway and
405 Closure July 15-18 at Sepulveda Pass – Stay Away! Read More »
HAYDEN, Colo. – Summer melt off from the record setting snowpack in the Yampa Valley is creating flood conditions along the Yampa River and its tributaries. As a result, Yampa River State Park Tuesday closed river access where flooding is occurring and in those areas with existing high water hazards. All river access managed by
Floods and Debris Close Yampa River in State Park Read More »
Sheriff’s are evacuating the communities of Greer and Sunrise The Apache County Sheriff’s Office has issued a pre-evacuation alert for Springerville and Greer Incident Overview The Wallow Fire is burning in eastern Arizona near the communities of Alpine, Nutrioso, and Springerville. Date Started: 5/29/2011 Number of Personnel: Approximately 2,515 personnel Location: south and west of
Arizona Communities Evacuated as Fire Nears; Apache Natl Forest Closed Read More »
Goldwell Museum Installs New Sculpture Beatty, NV – Mountain Springs sculptor, David Berg, will install a major new kinetic sculpture at the remote Goldwell Open Air Museum in Rhyolite, NV on Saturday, June 18, 2011. Titled “Politician’s Compass,” the steel and wood construction will stand over 20 feet tall, with three, independently rotating arms moving
New Politician’s Compass Points Way at Goldwell – Will Politicians Find Direction? Read More »
FRANKTOWN, Colo. – Come join the fun, learn about nature and watch Castlewood Canyon State Park change with the season. Park naturalists will lead you on a journey of discovery through our guided hikes and activities. Programs are free, however, please remember that all vehicles entering the park must purchase a $7 daily pass or
Lake Gulch Hike To Castlewood Canyon Dam June 12th Read More »
Created as an irrigation reservoir by damming the Little Colorado River, Lyman Lake State Park is a 1,200-acre park that encompasses the shoreline of a 1,500-acre reservoir at an elevation of 6,000 feet. The park offers Camping Cabins, Yurts, campsites, and group campsites. In addition to the recreation opportunities, Lyman Lake SP is also home
Lyman Lake SP Opens for Season June 17; Annual Fireworks July 4th Weekend Read More »
Here is the latest information on the rivers in Canyonlands NP Green River nears bankfull and continues to rise. White Rim Road Closed on West Side The west side of the White Rim Road is currently impassable due to flooding in Upheaval Wash. The road has been closed to motor vehicles from
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