San Luis Valley Field Office

Below are the current road statuses for BLM sites in the San Luis Valley (updated March 17, 2026)

Seasonal and Emergency Closures

Blanca Wetlands is closed to the public February 15 - July 15 to help protect nesting birds.

Poncha Loop - CLOSED

Poncha Pass East Side - GUSG closures - CLOSED

Blanca Wetlands - CLOSED

Bishop Rock - CLOSED

Pronghorn - CLOSED

Rio Grande Natural Area - Boating Restrictions - OPEN

Limekiln/Stone Quarry - OPEN

Branson Peak - OPEN

Hot Creek - CLOSED

Wild Cherry Creek - OPEN (4x4 road - road damage)

Map of seasonal road closures