Fires at a Glance: No new fires reported. All trailheads into the Bridger Wilderness in the Wind River Range are currently open. Half Moon Lake boat dock is open, but the Forest Service campground will remain closed for the remainder of the season. The open fire ban on the entire Bridger-Teton National Forest remains in effect, but has been modified to allow the use of enclosed stoves with approved spark arrestors. 

This page will only be updated if new fire activity occurs or restrictions change. See below for more information

More Bridger-Teton fire information available at: www.tetonfires.com
 

All roads, lodging, stores and most campgrounds and trails in the Bridger-Teton National Forest are open. Fire restrictions on the Bridger-Teton National Forest were modified on September 13, 2000 to allow the use of enclosed stoves with approved spark arrestors. Smoking is allowed only in an enclosed vehicle or building, in developed recreation areas, orwhile stopped in a three foot diameter area cleared of grass and brush. Chainsaws, generators, or other internal combustion engines are allowed only with an approved and working spark arrestor. Backcountry users should check on current restrictions at local ranger stations and visitor centers. 
                                

Earlier fire updates:
Monday, September 4, 2000
Wednesday, August 30, 2000
Saturday, August 26, 2000
Thursday, August 24, 2000
Monday, August 21, 2000
Sunday, August 20, 2000
Saturday, August 19, 2000
Friday, August 18, 2000
Thursday, August 17, 2000
Wednesday, August 16, 2000
Tuesday, August 15, 2000
Monday, August 14, 2000
Sunday, August 13, 2000
Saturday, August 12, 2000
 

Please visit www.tetonfires.com for more information on wildfires in the area. 

More area fire graphics:
National Interagency Fire Center Large Wildland Fire Map
National Interagency Fire Center web site (ww.nifc.gov)