• Hikers on Granite Pass in Rocky Mountain National Park/NPS photo by John Marino

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Forest Health: Falling Trees

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Watch Out for Falling Trees!
Falling trees are always a hazard when traveling in forested areas.

Follow these guidelines to help avoid the risks associated with falling trees.

  • Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid dense patches of dead trees. They can fall without warning.
  • Stay out of the forest when there are strong winds that could blow down trees. If you are already in the forest when the wind kicks up, head to a clearing out of reach of any potential falling trees.
  • Place tents and park vehicles in areas where they will not be hit if trees fall.
  • Do not rely on cell phones for safety as there is no coverage in many parts of the park.
 
Photo tree falling poster
Watch out for falling trees. To download a printable pdf version of this poster, click on the image.
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Did You Know?

male Western Tanager with red head and yellow body

The male Western Tanager, with red head and yellow body, stands out brightly in the dark conifer forest.