Views like this are now off-limits while the San Juan National Forest remains closed.
The entire 1.8-million-acre San Juan National Forest closed to the public as of Tuesday as the 416 wildfire in the area continued growing, reaching 22,131 acres this week. It's the first time in the forest's 113 years for such a move.
The SnowSport Safety Foundation argues that resorts should do more to reduce risk during low-snow conditions.
The seasonal closures protect elk and nesting raptors.
Parts of the Coconino, Kaibab, and Tonto National Forests are now welcoming hikers and campers as wildfire threat eases.
The measure would protect more than 98,000 acres in Eagle and Summit Counties.
Area receives normal precipitation for first time since January.
Growing crowds on the summit and an overflowing parking lot prompt officials to ponder limiting access.
The forests have shuttered sections because of extreme wildfire risk.
The bill is a response to the White House's rollback of protections for Utah public lands.
Parts of the Prescott and Coconino National Forests now limit campfires, smoking, and shooting to help prevent wildfires.
