Latest storm: 13 inches of snow Wolf Creek Ski Area Snow Report March 11, 2 p.m. Great Backyard Bird Count to kick off Friday, Registration open for youth volleyball leagues, What a long, strange trip to kill four dams, Volunteer opportunities available with Weminuche Audubon Chapter, Officials ask for help in locating missing person, Take advantage of COVID-19 resources before end of public health emergency. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Backpacking, Horseback Riding. Box 2261 (mailing) 15 Burnett Court (physical) Durango, CO 81302 970.385.1210 info@sjma.org, 2018 - All Rights Reserved - San Juan Mountains Association | Web Design by Sweet P Web Development, Ramping Up: SJMAs education programs continue to grow. Located at the front desk in local Forest Service and BLM offices, SJMAs interpretive bookstores are your one-stop-shop for local public lands information. Seasonal closures go into effect at the end of November or mid-December to prevent people from traveling dangerous, unmaintained roads. All forms of recreation are still welcome - snowmobiles, skiers, fat tire bikes, snowshoeingetc. Snow is still covering some roads, making passage difficult. It begins at Forest Road 667 - East Fork Rd. Entering or being on the Described Trail. When fire danger is extremely high, Stage 1 and Stage 2 Fire Restrictions may be followed by a complete Forest closure, which is sometime referred to as Stage 3. Whether youre interested in hiking, mountain climbing, mountain biking, off-highway vehicle adventuring, hunting, fishing, or simply relaxing around a campfire in one of the many local campgrounds, we have numerous books, maps and brochures to help plan your visit. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock DESCRIBED TRAIL This Order is necessary to protect public health and safety, and to provide for visitor safety during snow grooming operations on the mechanically groomed Nordic ski trails at the Chicken Creek Ski area. Updates to this page are made as soon as the Ranger Districts relay the information. 12:00 AM unless rescinded. Please consider financially contributing to help us continue to build and maintain great trails. Be safe out there! Click on the heading to viewspecial ordersissued by the Rocky Mountain Region. . 2. Travel on muddy roads or trails creates damage that lasts throughout the year. Camping Information: Camping is allowed in most places on the Forest. For the latest information on road status, visit the SJNFs website. District Motor Vehicle Use Maps also have an allowable access date table for roads. 15 Burnett Court Great trail some snow in april turned around near top but overall good trail moderate to easy. The Restricted Trail is in Montezuma County, Colorado. Learn more here. House Creek boat ramp to open May 1. When visiting the national forest, please follow Leave No Trace principals and, to get the most out of your experience, visit the Know Before You Go website. [1] . Spring conditions are variable and visitors should be prepared to encounter system roads that are impassable due to snow drifts, waterlogged roadbeds, down trees or other debris. The Forest Service will continue to monitor conditions and will open the reservoir when snow and ice clear the ramp. Campsite List Seasons & Fees Rules & Cancellations Facility Information Share sensitive information only Check out our Motorized Vehicle Use Maps for more details onseasonal dates for roadsandcamping. Open Monday-Friday from 8:00am to 4:30pm. Seasonal road and trail closures also protect critical habitat for deer and elk in winter and early spring when temperatures are cold, snow is deep, and food is scarce. The Columbine Ranger District will begin opening most low elevation roads May 1 st. pretty easy trail nothing technical at all the end of the trail is a little anti climatic but other then that nice drive through the trees. If byways could claim royal lineage, this one would probably rule them all. Trail Closure. The San Juan National Forest will begin seasonal closures of Forest System roads to wheeled motorized traffic, as well as motorized and some non-motorized trails, on December 1 and after based on snow conditions. Off Highway Vehicles (OHV) less than or equal to 50 inches wide are allowed the first mile of the trail coming in from the Fawn Gulch Road side. Sign up for our daily email newsletter or to receive breaking news delivered to your inbox: Choose from several print and digital subscription packages, 2023 Durango Herald | TheDolores Ranger District is delaying the opening of McPhee Reservoir to motorized boat use due to winter conditions blocking access to the main reservoir at the main boat ramp. San Juan National Forest15 Burnett CourtDurango CO 81301970-247-4874[emailprotected], Ouray Visitors Center1230 Main StreetOuray CO 81427970-325-4746facebook.com/SanJuanSkyway, Silverton Visitors Center414 Greene St, Silverton, CO 81433970-387-5530, Durango Welcome Center802 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301800-525-8855[emailprotected], Lenore C. BatesColorado Byways Program Manager303-757-9786, Colorado Tourism Office1-800-COLORADOwww.colorado.com, https://www.codot.gov/travel/colorado-byways/southwest/san-juan-skyway, https://www.codot.gov/@@site-logo/siteLogo.png, Trail Ridge Road: Rocky Mountain National Park, Canyons of the Ancients National Monument Museum & Visitor Center, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum, Ridgway Visitor Center and Railroad Museum, San Juan County Historical Society Museum, San Juan Skyway Tourism Initiative (May 2000), A Framework for Wayshowing: San Juan Skyway (June 2013), San Juan Skyway Final Report (December 2014). . Delay your trip on the road or trail until the mud dries. Chimney Rock National Monument. Be prepared for summertime afternoon thundershowers. connected to the .gov website. Visitors are asked to stay off wet roads and respect road closures, which will decrease long-term and costly damages to the roadway. The forest occupies land in Archuleta, Conejos, Dolores, Hinsdale, La Plata, Mineral, Montezuma, Rio Grande, San Miguel and San Juan Counties. and ends at Forest Road 622 - First Fork Rd.. Please don't go beyond where you are comfortable driving. The Recreate Responsibly Coalition also offers guidelines and tips for getting outside and staying healthy while practicing responsible outdoor recreation and wildfire prevention activities. Add another crown - Mesa Verde National Park, home to one of the densest collections of prehistoric ruins in the U.S. - and five million acres of undisturbed national forest. P.O. As spring temperatures warm, traveling muddy roads can cause extensive damage to vehicles, and vice versa, said San Juan National Forest spokeswoman Lorena Williams. 261.55(a). The trails youre about to enjoy wouldnt exist without our year-round work to plan, build, and maintain them. This turn off is located between mile markers 72 and 73. We will be able to open some roads on May 1 that are under wildlife closures, Williams said. All proceeds support SJMAs stewardship and conservation education programs in southwest Colorado! Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. Inquire about road conditions in winter. Please note on the Columbine Ranger District, La Plata Canyon and South Mineral Creek allow camping in designated sites only, and camping is not permitted along the Junction Creek Road the first 8.5 miles. But you can't put a price tag on this experience.The San Juan Skyway was designated by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation as an All-American Road, the highest level of designation, in 1996. Drivers hoping to traverse the network of backcountry roads that cover the three districts in the San Juan National Forest will have to wait a little bit longer this year. Road Conditions High Mountain 4 x 4 Passes Black Bear Pass - closed Ophir Pass - closed Imogene Pass - closed Last Dollar Pass - closed Norwood/Dolores Road - closed District 1 - All high country passes are closed. Thursday, Apr 30, 2020 11:40 PM. She also warned that some roads may appear passable in the morning, but that drivers can get stuck when they try to return in the afternoon, when the road has had time to thaw. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 10 min to complete. Recreation Areas. The San Juan National Forest will begin seasonal closures of Forest System roads to wheeled motorized traffic, as well as motorized and some non-motorized trails, on December 1 and after based on snow conditions. Phone: 970-903-2673, LETTERS TO THE EDITOR are welcome. The trail is 10.0 miles long. Visitors enjoy the area for its great fishing, hiking and scenic driving opportunities. DOLORES, Colo., April 6, 2022 The San Juan National Forest's Dolores Ranger District is delaying the opening of McPhee Reservoir to motorized boat use due to winter conditions blocking access to the main reservoir at the main McPhee boat ramp. Make sure to review forest and wilderness regulations, as well asLeave No Trace Principles. It takes an average of 5 h 9 min to hike. (970) 247-4874, https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/sanjuan/alerts-notices/?cid=FSBDEV3_002300, McPhee boat ramp opening likely delayed due to ice conditions, Local Jeep / OHV Rental and Tour Companies. https:// www.creede.com/recreation-activities/explore/bachelor-loop.html, https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/riogrande/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5363838&width=full, https://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/cs/detailfull/!ut/p/z1/04_Sj9CPykssy0xPLMnMz0vMAfIjo8ziDfxNDDwNwxydLA1cjbyDTUM9TQwgQD8crMAIynW0MPD38AjzC_MxgCmIIka_AQ7gSKx-3Aqi8Bsfrh8FVoLPB4TMKMgNDY0wyHQEALR_qDo!/dz/d5/L2dBISEvZ0FBIS9nQSEh/?position=Conditions.Html&pname=Rio%20Grande%20National%20Forest-%20Alerts%20&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&ss=110209&pnavid=null&navid=120000000000000&ttype=detailfull&cid=stelprdb5280892, Rio Grande National Forest. Some usually passable roads are covered in deep snow and will not be passable for several weeks. Official websites use .gov A .gov San Juan Skyway Final Report (December 2014) Special Considerations Be prepared for summertime afternoon thundershowers. SJMA Visitor Information Specialists are located all around the Southwest Colorado Region from Durango to Montrose to Del Norte to Pagosa Springs and more! connected to the .gov website. Roads closing December 1 include: FSR 504 Dolores River below McPhee Dam; FSR 528 and 529D House Creek area; FSR 240 and 241 Black Snag and Ryman Creek area; FSR 568 Railroad grade near Mancos Hill, and the McPhee Overlook Trail from the town of Dolores to House Creek Campground. United States government. San Juan National Forest - Alerts & Notices Columbine Ranger District Road Status Contac t: Columbine Ranger District (970) 884-2512 Any road can be blocked by downed trees or snow at any time. Call 970-903-2673 or email pagosadailypost@gmail.com, The Pagosa Daily Post is published by Bill Hudson Productions, PO Box 2152, Pagosa Springs CO 81147. And we wouldnt exist without your support! Follow the additional links for other regions in the area which include Creede, The Alpine Loop and South Fork. Attached is Forest Order Number SJNF-2022-01: 1) Going in or being upon the portions of NFS lands within the Restricted Area that are groomed for Nordic skiing use from November 15th to March 15th annually, unless a person uses skis or snowshoes. The First Fork Trailhead is the start of the First Fork Trail (538). (Courtesy of the U.S. Forest Service), Roads in the San Juan National Forest are in rough shape as the snow begins to melt. The Dolores Ranger District will be temporarily closing several Forest system roads and trails beginning December 1 and thereafter based on snow conditions. 4. The San Juan National Forest was created in 1905 by Theodore Roosevelt and has since been managed by the US Forest Service to help protect the lands and prevent natural disasters like forest fires. 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