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Lighting Strike Tree Causes Small Fire in Rocky Mountain National Park
July 3, 2025 · Source: National Park Service
At approximately 6 p.m. on the evening of Wednesday, July 2, 2025 park rangers in Rocky Mountain National Park received reports from visitors that smoke was visible from Timber Creek Campground and the Baker Gulch areas of the park.
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Review the park’s current conditions before departure and again on arrival. Follow posted restrictions and adjust your itinerary to the affected areas.
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Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.