The fire danger rating for the Sandia RD has been increased to HIGH. The Fire Danger Rating is calculated by measuring the dryness of wood, grass and other combustible material, weather conditions and the terrain. For more info on SW conditions: gacc.nifc.gov/swcc/

The fire danger rating for the Sandia RD has been increased to HIGH. The Fire Danger Rating is calculated by measuring the dryness of wood, grass and other combustible material, weather conditions and the terrain. For more info on SW conditions: gacc.nifc.gov/swcc/

In effect 5/19-5/22 & 5/27-5/29, the Cibola NF&NGs has issued an area closure order (03-03-02-25-06) to protect public health and safety during the U.S. Army’s planned missile test launch near the Fort Wingate Army Depot. The official order: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/ale…

South Peak Fire New Fire Start on the Sandia Ranger District Reported: May 7\ 3:45pm Cause: Unknown Size: 0.1 acre East Sandia Mts, East of South Peak Resources on enroute: Type 3 Helicopter, 2 Type 6 USFS Engines Strategy: full suppression.

Mountainair and Sandia RDs to Implement Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Effective May 22 More Information: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/ale… or nmfireinfo.com

Magdalena RD to Implement Stage 1 Fire Restrictions Effective May 22 More Information: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/ale…… or nmfireinfo.com

The Cibola NF&NGs is seeking scoping comments for the proposed Apache Canyon Fuels Reduction & Restoration Project the Mountainair Ranger District Information on how to comment: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/new… Scoping documents can be found at the project page: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/pro…

Public Safety Notice A pair of Northern Goshawks are defending a mating territory along the Amijo, Pine Drop, Cresta, and Valle Trails. Visitors are encouraged to explore other sites and trails on the Sandia Ranger District at: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/rec… or Sandia RD 505-281-3304

All Cibola NF & NGs Offices will be closed on May 26th for the Memorial Day Holiday. Essential services not included. Visitors are encouraged to check status of sites at fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/rec… or contact the appropriate district office ahead of time fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/off….

Water Canyon Recreation Area on the Magdalena RD is now open to reservations for May 24-Nov 30! visit recreation.gov to view the various campsites and day use options. Fees for first-come first-served sites will be $10 for camping and $5 per vehicle for the picnic area.

Firefighters on Scene of Merrill Fire Zuni Mountains, NM South of NM I-40, West of Grants Under Investigation Approx. 40 acres More Info: nmfireinfo.com/2025/05/24/fir…

54 acre Merrill Fire in the Zuni Mountains is 100% contained. Firefighters will continue to secure the perimeter as well as mop-up interior hotspots. Resources on scene: USFS, NMFD and Valencia County water tender. More Info: nmfireinfo.com

The Mountainair RD in NM is looking for volunteer camp hosts for some of our campgrounds ! Please see the opportunity posting on Volunteer.gov volunteer.gov/.../a09SJ00...… More info: Mountainair RD: 40 Ranger Station Rd., Mountainair, NM 87036 (505-847-2990)

Mt. Taylor RD invites you to celebrate the long-anticipated Quartz Hill Trail system in the Zuni Mts with the official dedication of four sustainably built trails. Celebration: (On National Trails Day®) June 7 at 9:00 am at Quartz Hill Trailhead Info: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/eve…

REMINDER: Mountainair and Sandia RD in Stage 2 Fire Restriction Mt Taylor & Magdalena RD in Stage 1 Fire Restriction fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/ale… (NIFC) - Southwest Fire Restriction Map at: nifc.maps.arcgis.com/.../aa9ff369dd…...

Offices Close on Thursday June 19 in Observance of Juneteenth Federal Holiday Fee-Free Day at Many Day-Use Recreation Sites on June 19 For more information: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/new…

Mountainair and Sandia RD lower from Stage 2 to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions effective June 18. More Information on Stage 1 Fire Restriction on Mountainair and Sandia RD: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/ale…… or nmfireinfo.com

Interagency National Fire Prevention Education Team activated to raise awareness of wildfire prevention and preparedness - Hosted by the Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands To learn more go to: nmfireinfo.com/2025/06/21/nat…

The fire danger rating for the Magdalena RD has been lowered from Very High to High and Sandia RD has been increased from Moderate to High. For more info on SW fire conditions & restrictions: gacc.nifc.gov/swcc/

The Cibola NF & NGs Offices will be closed on the July 4th Federal Holiday. Essential services not included. Stage 1 fire restrictions on mountain districts are in currently in place: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/ale… More information on Cibola recreation sites: fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/rec…