Rocky Mountain District seasonal closures

Colorado
Media Contact
Levi Spellman

CAÑON CITY, Colo. — To aid individuals in planning their use of our shared public lands, the Bureau of Land Management is issuing a reminder of ongoing and upcoming seasonal road and trail closures in the Royal Gorge and San Luis field offices. These temporary closures help ensure public health and safety during changes in weather and wildlife habitat.

 

Royal Gorge Field Office:

Fourmile Area

Vitamin B and Unchained trails closed until April 15. Signs posted.

Turtle Rock Campground closed to camping from Dec. 1 to March 1. Site remains open for day use.
 

Salida Area

Gutz trail, Sol Train East and West, and Pot O’ Gold trails closed until April 15. Signs posted.
 

Cache Creek Area

Closed to motorized traffic until April 15. Gate closed and signs posted.


Shavano Area

Wildlife closures in selected areas until April 30. Signs posted.

 

San Luis Field Office:

Blanca Wetlands

Closed from February 15 to July 15.
 

Bronson Peak Road

Closed to motorized travel from October 1 to December 31. Signs Posted.
 

Hot Creek

Closed to motorized travel from January 1 to April 30.
 

McIntire/Simpson

Closed from December 1 to May 27.
 

Pronghorn Trail

Closed from January 1 to April 30.
 

Bear Creek

Closed from January 1 to April 30.


The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.