Recreation sites beginning to open in Bighorn National Forest

Posted 5/21/20

Bighorn National Forest officials began opening developed recreation sites and increase public access on Wednesday.

Additional sites are set to open Friday: Leigh Creek Campground, Ranger Creek …

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Recreation sites beginning to open in Bighorn National Forest

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Bighorn National Forest officials began opening developed recreation sites and increase public access on Wednesday.

Additional sites are set to open Friday: Leigh Creek Campground, Ranger Creek Recreation Area (campground only), and Shell Creek Campground. For a full list of open areas and up-to-date information, visit the Bighorn forest website and social media pages.

“While we understand there may be some excitement from the public to return to beloved recreation areas, please continue to follow local, state, and federal guidelines on staying safe,” said Bighorn Forest Supervisor Andrew Johnson. “There is still work to be done — ensuring cleanliness of facilities, conducting proper maintenance, and assessing recreation areas for health and safety.”

Visitors should come with all the essentials for a day trip, including food, emergency supplies, and resources to pack-out trash, forest officials say.

“Please follow the latest health guidance, stay at least 6 feet from others, and avoid gathering in large groups,” said a release from the forest.

The Forest Service is asking visitors to recreate locally and responsibly to help expand access to facilities, services and other opportunities. Visitors are asked to plan accordingly as certain services may still be unavailable. For instance, prepare to pack out trash and human waste.

Fire restrictions were also lifted Wednesday, but visitors were encouraged to be careful with fire and never leave a campfire unattended. When extinguishing your fire, drown it in water until it is cool.

For more information, please visit the Bighorn National Forest website at www.fs.usda.gov/bighorn, Facebook www.facebook.com/bighornnf and Twitter www.twitter.com/BighornUSFS. Ranger district offices can provide site-specific information.

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