![]() NPS Map Area ClosuresApproximately 30,000 acres, or 10 percent of Rocky Mountain National Park, were impacted by the East Troublesome and Cameron Peak Fires of 2020. West Side of Rocky Mountain National Park
East Side of Rocky Mountain National ParkIn the Bear Lake Corridor area:
Northwest Area of Rocky Mountain National Park
Safety Tips when Recreating in Burn AreasPark visitors should be aware of additional hazards when recreating in burn areas including:
Park staff will continue to assess closed areas on both sides of the park for fire impacts, safety and downed trees, erosion and rock fall. Overview of the East Troublesome FireOn October 21, 2020, the East Troublesome Fire ran approximately 18 miles before it moved into the west side of Rocky Mountain National Park, and then spotted approximately 1.5 miles from the head of Tonahutu Creek on the west side of the Continental Divide to the head of Spruce Creek on the east side of the Continental Divide. Rapid evacuations took place in Grand Lake on October 21. Evacuations for the majority of the Estes Valley were implemented on October 22, as weather predictions forecast major winds on the night of October 23 through October 24 pushing the fire further to the east.
Rocky Mountain Conservancy's Efforts
Fire RestrictionsRocky Mountain National Park always has Stage 1 fire restrictions in place, where campfires are prohibited in the park, except within designated campfire rings in picnic areas and front-country campgrounds. Fireworks are always prohibited within the park. Park visitors are urged to use caution and vigilance regarding the use of fire in authorized locations. ![]() NPS Photo These Rules are Always in Effect:
Fire Safety Tips:
Check out the National Weather Service’s Rocky Mountain National Park weather decision support page to learn more about current weather conditions, including fire weather. For further information regarding fire conditions, regulations, recent and ongoing fires in the park, please contact the Information Office at (970) 586-1206. |
Last updated: August 1, 2023