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Plans for Potential Prescribed Burn in Rocky Mountain National Park

October 18, 2024 · Source: National Park Service

Smoke seen in the distance from Beaver Meadows Visitor Center during prescribed burn in October 2018. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

Based upon the arrival of cool weather and the amount of precipitation in the extended weather forecast, fire managers at Rocky Mountain National Park are preparing to conduct a prescribed burn if favorable weather and fuel conditions allow.

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What Travelers Need to Know

Review the park’s current conditions before departure and again on arrival. Follow posted restrictions and adjust your itinerary to the affected areas.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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