Salmon-Challis NF

The trough and associated cold front moving through today will bring scattered convection and significant wind impacts. While widespread 45 to 55 mph wind gusts are anticipated this afternoon, thunderstorms will be capable of producing severe wind gusts over 65 mph. #idwx

Memorial Day weekend will soon be here, and the weekend marks the beginning of the summer season for many outdoor enthusiasts.  The SCNF encourages visitors to #KnowBeforeYouGo. Learn more --> fs.usda.gov/r04/salmon-cha…

The Central Idaho Dispatch Zone, which includes the Salmon-Challis National Forest, will be moving to MODERATE Fire Danger effective May 12. Learn more 👉fs.usda.gov/r04/salmon-cha…

Salmon-Challis National Forest staff successfully implemented 1,000 acres of prescribed fire today approximately 13 miles east of Mackay, Idaho This prescribed burn is part of the South Lost River Restoration Project. Smoke may be visible in the area, please do not report.

SCNF staff will continue implementation of a prescribed fire today ~13 mi E of Mackay. The prescribed burn is part of the South Lost River Restoration Project. In the area? Plan accordingly & give the firefighters room to safely work. Smoke may be visible in the area.

Salmon-Challis National Forest staff successfully implemented 1,200 acres of prescribed fire today approximately 13 miles east of Mackay, Idaho This prescribed burn is part of the South Lost River Restoration Project. Smoke may be visible in the area, please do not report.

SCNF staff will conduct a prescribed fire today ~13 mi E of Mackay This prescribed burn is part of the South Lost River Restoration Project. If you are traveling in the area, please plan accordingly & give the firefighters room to safely work. Smoke may be visible in the area

Starting May 19, the Salmon Air Base will host several national wildland firefighter rappel training sessions. Learn more➡️ fs.usda.gov/r04/salmon-cha…

It’s National Wildflower Week! From mountain meadows to forest floors, wildflowers bring color, resilience, and vital habitat to the SCNF. These native blooms support pollinators, enrich ecosystems, & remind us how vibrant healthy forests can be. Drop your wildflower photos 👇

National Volunteer Month The Forest was fortunate to work alongside 19 incredible volunteers and several dedicated partner organizations to improve access & trail conditions on the Challis Lakes Creek Trails Volunteer ? - call 208-756-5100.

It is Arbor Day Today! Pictured below is a Ponderosa Pine received during the Salmon-Challis’s Arbor Day event in 2020. The 2nd photo is the tree now, in spring 2026. The tree is now about five feet tall and growing strong! Where to go? Click here--> fs.usda.gov/r04/salmon-cha…

Salmon-Challis National Forest staff successfully implemented approximately 400 acres of prescribed fire yesterday north of North Fork, Idaho. Ransack Prescribed Fire Unit in the Ransack and Granite Area Learn more -->fs.usda.gov/r04/salmon-cha…

Salmon-Challis National Forest staff successfully implemented 55 acres of prescribed fire today approximately 13 miles east of Mackay, Idaho This prescribed burn is part of the South Lost River Restoration Project. Smoke may be visible in the area, please do not report.

(more) room to safely work. Learn more -->fs.usda.gov/r04/salmon-cha…

(more) effectiveness for future burns. Smoke may be visible from area communities, including Salmon in the afternoon. There are no planned closures associated with these activities. If you are traveling in the area, please plan accordingly and give the firefighters (more)

Salmon-Challis National Forest staff will conduct a prescribed fire today north of North Fork, Idaho. Ransack Prescribed Fire Unit in the Ransack and Granite Area Prescribed fire is an important land management tool that reduces hazardous fuels, improves ecosystem (more)

(more) visible in the area, please do not report. Learn more --> fs.usda.gov/r04/salmon-cha…

(more) stand conditions and wildlife habitat by introducing fire back into a landscape that has missed historic fire return intervals. Missed fire intervals have led to declining forest stand health resulting from high tree densities and tight closed canopies. (more)

Salmon-Challis National Forest staff will conduct a prescribed fire today approximately 13 miles east of Mackay, Idaho This prescribed burn is part of the South Lost River Restoration Project. The purpose of this project is to improve forest health (more)

(more) fire which may result in 2-20 acre stand openings due to fire mortality. There are no planned closures associated with these activities. If you are traveling in the area, please plan accordingly and give the firefighters room to safely work. Smoke may be (more)

(more) Using fire under prescribed conditions will result in canopy mortality and ground vegetation reduction that will improve stand health and wildlife habitat. Fire severities are expected to vary across prescribed fire area with some areas experiencing high severity (more)