Public Input & Actions

BLM publishes proposed and final rules in the Federal Register and carries out environmental reviews in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act. Announcing and explaining bureau plans and proposals and providing the public an opportunity to comment on proposed actions is an important part of informed management. We encourage citizens to make their voices heard on the issues that are important to them.
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Oregon-Washington

Campfires restricted on Wild portion of Lower Rogue River beginning July 11

With the record-breaking heat and increasingly dry conditions, officials are prohibiting campfire use on those lands located within the boundaries of the Wild section of the Rogue National Wild and Scenic River.
Idaho, Idaho Falls DO, Challis FO

BLM seeks public input on draft business plan for recreation changes in central Idaho

The BLM Challis Field Office management is seeking public input on proposed changes to existing campground fees and the introduction of new fees at select sites.
Montana-Dakotas, North Central DO, Malta FO

BLM to repair Dry Fork Road culverts; temporary closure, detour scheduled

Through-traffic will be limited on Dry Fork Road in south Phillips County, Montana, July 23 through mid-August, as contractors work to replace two damaged 4-feet-diameter culverts running under the road.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rawlins FO

BLM to begin wild horse gather in Wyoming’s Adobe Town Herd Management Area

The Bureau of Land Management will begin a wild horse gather and removal on or after July 15, 2025, gather from the Adobe Town Herd Management Area in south-central Wyoming. The gather is being conducted to prevent further deterioration of land health due to wild horse overpopulation in the area.
Wyoming, Wind River/Bighorn Basin DO, Lander FO

BLM reminds public: Tampering with gates and fences on public land is prohibited

The Bureau of Land Management is reminding the public that tampering with fences or leaving gates open on public lands is dangerous and prohibited.
Montana-Dakotas

Intent to amend the Resource Management Plan for the Miles City Field Office, Montana, and prepare an associated environmental assessment

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Montana/Dakotas State Director intends to prepare a resource management plan (RMP) amendment with an associated environmental assessment (EA) for the Miles City Field Office.
Wyoming

Intent to amend the Resource Management Plan for the Buffalo Field Office, Wyoming, and prepare an associated environmental assessment

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Wyoming State Director intends to prepare a resource management plan (RMP) amendment with an associated environmental assessment (EA) for the Buffalo Field Office.
Oregon-Washington

BLM closes certain lands in Crook County due to active fire

The Bureau of Land Management announces an immediate temporary closure of certain public lands in Crook County due to an active fire in the area.
New Mexico, Albuquerque DO, Las Cruces DO

BLM Albuquerque and Las Cruces districts rescind fire restrictions across public lands

Due to increasing precipitation and higher humidity, which reduce fire danger, the BLM has terminated fire restrictions on public lands in the Albuquerque and Las Cruces districts.
Utah, Color Country DO, Cedar City FO

BLM seeks input for proposed historic properties protection

The BLM is seeking public comments on the proposed Gold Springs Historic Property Protection Environmental Assessment.
California, California Desert DO

BLM to host Desert Advisory Council meeting in July

The Bureau of Land Management will host a virtual public meeting of the BLM California Desert District Advisory Council on Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m.- 1 p.m. The meeting will be held via Microsoft Teams with a public comment period scheduled at 9:30 a.m.