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Pine Flat controlled burn began Monday

With favorable weather in the forecast, fire crews plan to continue treating landscapes with prescribed fire in both the Tusayan and Williams Ranger Districts. Next up is the Pine Flat Rx Project about 12 miles south of the city...

Still Fire firing operations paused

Smoke will linger despite a pause on Highway 87-adjacent firing operations on the Still Fire, a lightning-caused wildfire located 4 miles northeast of the Highway 87 and Lake Mary Road junction. Smoke will remain noticeable along Highway 87, in the...

Number of hikers on tracked Sedona trails declines from 2021 peak

If you go hiking in the Sedona area, don’t forget to smile. You may end up on the U.S. Forest Service’s version of a candid camera — a trail counter. USFS personnel began installing trail counters on non-motorized trails...

USFS preps to limit camping on Coconino National Forest

As the U.S. Forest Service prepares for new dispersed camping sites, new signs appeared along State Route 89A prohibiting camping anywhere except approved sites. “These signs will be part of the dispersed camping closure,” Red Rock District Ranger Amy Tinderholt...

USFS wants feedback on fees

Coconino National Forest is looking to implement the Red Rock Pass in six new locations around the forest. “The Red Rock District identified six heavily used sites that require bathrooms to be cleaned — two times a day at...

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City asks for input on land code, regulations

The city of Sedona is in the early stages of updating its Land Development Code — the local regulations...

Arizona State Parks releases heat safety tips

Warmer weather means extra outdoor precautions for everyone hoping to enjoy outdoor recreation in the Grand Canyon State. Use...
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