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 measure would protect more than 98,000 acres in Eagle and Summit Counties.
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.
Crowd-free, rocky mountain highs -- you'll find this and more in Colorado's South San Juan Wilderness.
Area receives normal precipitation for first time since January.
Order comes after National Guard rescued more than 207 campers from the Creek Fire.
The forests have shuttered sections because of extreme wildfire risk.
The majestic San Juan Mountain range is often called America's Switzerland. -- and the wildflowers match.
