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
Pompeys Pillar National Monument Prescribed Fire. Photo by Colby Neal, BLM

BLM plans prescribed burn at Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area

Fire officials with the Bureau of Land Management plan to conduct a prescribed burn at the Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area on June 30 and July 1, 2025.
Utah, Paria River DO
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[VIDEO] BLM warns of dangerous falling rocks at Lower Calf Creek Falls

Bureau of Land Management officials are warning visitors about large rocks falling from the cliffs at Lower Calf Creek Falls, a popular hiking and swimming spot within the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument.
Upper Colorado River DO, Grand Junction FO, Colorado River Valley FO
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BLM Upper Colorado River District and White River National Forest to enact stage 1 fire restrictions

All lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management Upper Colorado River District and White River National Forest will be under stage 1 fire restrictions beginning Friday, June 27.
Nevada
Map showing the location of proposed geothermal lease parcels in Carson City District. The parcels are located along the I-80 corridor east of Sparks.

BLM seeks input on proposed geothermal leasing in Nevada

Today starts a public comment period on a proposed geothermal lease sale of 112 parcels comprising 377,924 acres across 11 counties. The comment period ends on July 25, 2025.
Montana-Dakotas, Eastern Montana/Dakotas DO, North Central DO, Western Montana DO
"NO" symbol across a photo of fireworks bursting in the night sky. Text reads: please remember: Fireworks are illegal on public lands.

BLM reminds visitors to celebrate safely during Independence Day weekend

In just about one week, Independence Day celebrations will light up the sky across the nation. Please, remember that fireworks and other types of pyrotechnics, are strictly prohibited on public lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
Nevada
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BLM announces temporary closures at Black Rock Desert playa

The Bureau of Land Management is temporarily closing a portion of the Black Rock Desert playa for the annual Burning Man event from July 24 through Oct. 5.
Montana-Dakotas
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Draft environmental assesment for Flakirk Mining Company's emergency Federal coal lease-by-application is available for public revew

The BLM and the Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) announce that a draft environmental assessment (EA) is available for public review and comment for the Falkirk Mining Company's emergency Federal coal lease-by-application
Draft environmental assesment for Flakirk Mining Company's emergency Federal co…
Alaska, Fairbanks DO
image of the map of the Lower Birch Creek Wayside and the turtle fire.

BLM announces emergency fire closure of Lower Birch Creek Wayside near Central, Alaska

BLM is closing the Lower Birch Creek Wayside near mile 140 of the Steese Highway. The wayside closure will restrict river access and parking for Birch Creek Wild and Scenic River.
Alaska, Fairbanks DO
image of the fire closure order map showing the closed Marion Creek Falls Trail near the Marion Creek Campgound.

BLM issues emergency closure of Marion Creek Falls Trail north of Coldfoot, Alaska

To protect the public and provide for firefighter safety in light of ongoing wildland fire activity associated with the Marion fire (#295), the BLM is closing the Marion Creek Falls Trail at the Marion Creek Campground.
Wyoming, High Desert DO, Rawlins FO
Cheatgrass in a landscape in Wyoming.

High Desert District plans to implement cheatgrass treatments

The Bureau of Land Management’s Rawlins Field Office, in coordination with Carbon County Weed and Pest Control District (CCWP), plans to implement cheatgrass treatments on BLM-managed and associated partner lands in June, July, and potentially August 2025. Treatments will only proceed if weather and other required conditions meet application guidelines.
Nevada, Battle Mountain DO, Tonopah FO
Map indicating where the proposed mine project is located in Nevada.

BLM seeks input on proposed Montezuma Gold exploration project near Goldfield

If approved, Kinross Gold Corporation could explore for gold by drilling with planned modification of a total of 250 acres across 5,672 acres on public lands.

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