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Posted inPolice & Fire

Colorado National Park closes due to raging wildfires

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson July 18, 2025July 18, 2025

The Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park in Montrose, Colorado, is closed until further notice after multiple wildfires ignited within the park.  Two lightning-caused fires began on July 10 on both the North and South Rim of the canyon. As the fires grew, all visitors and staff were evacuated safely, but the flames continue […]

Smoke plume over the Grand Canyon on July 11, 2025.
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Grand Canyon North Rim closed for season after wildfire devastates historic lodge and over 50 other structures

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson July 14, 2025July 14, 2025
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Human-caused wildfire near Olympic National Park continues to grow

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson July 10, 2025July 10, 2025
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Smoky skies blanket Zion and Bryce Canyon as wildfires burn

Avatar photo by TownLift June 23, 2025June 23, 2025
Fire Danger sign at Low
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First confirmed wildland fire of the season in Yellowstone

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson May 29, 2025May 29, 2025
Over 80% of Yellowstone National Park is covered in forests.
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New research reveals fire risks for Yellowstone National Park

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson February 10, 2025February 10, 2025
Aerial view from a helicopter of Flint Gap Fire in Great Smoky Mountains on September 12, 2024.
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Wildfire in Great Smoky Mountains now 95% contained.

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson September 25, 2024
Photo of smoke and burns from the Kolob Terrace Fire in Zion National Park.
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Fire Season Affects Western National Parks This July

Heather Bergeson by Heather Bergeson July 29, 2024July 29, 2024
A firefighter walks along railroad tracks toward a large plume of smoke. A member of the fire crew makes their way to the front lines.
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Alaska’s Riley Fire Burns 300 Acres Near Denali National Park

Avatar photo by Park News July 9, 2024August 2, 2024

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