Abandoned Mine Lands

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Hundreds of abandoned mine sites exist on public lands in Idaho.  While the majority pose only minor safety or health hazards, all are closed to every form of access.  Review Projects information for details about ongoing rehabilitation efforts and completed restoration, and become familiar with safety recommendations, especially if you enjoy trekking in remote areas.

Seasonal Closures

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AREA Name	Field Office	Re-open
St. Anthony Sand Dunes/Egin Lakes Area	Upper Snake	April 1

Temporary Closures

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AREA Name	Field Office	Type/Reason
Jump Creek Canyon, lower parking lot	Owyhee	repairs to access road
Snake River Birds of Prey NCA, 8 mi. east of Murphy	Birds of Prey NCA	no motorized vehicle use
north of Big Willow Creek -  Payette Co., northwest of Emmett	Four Rivers	no motorized vehicle travel
Slate Creek Recreation Site	Cottonwood	renovations
Killarney Boat Launch	Coeur d'Alene	repairs
Chinese Peak and Blackrock Canyon	Pocatello	restoration efforts

Other Closures

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AREA Name	Field Office	Type/Reason
King Hill Creek WSA	Shoshone	OHV travel limited to  designated routes/protect  wilderness characteristics

Fire-related Closures

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AREA Name	Field Office	Start
Hot Tea & Big Fires	Four Rivers	Jan. 27, 2011
Dairy Canyon Fire	Pocatello	Oct. 8, 2010
Blaire Fire - King Hill	Shoshone	Dec. 12, 2011