Should Public Access be Allowed Within Decker Fire Burn Areas?
The Forest Service is seeking comments on a proposal which would reopen roads but prohibit camping within Decker Fire burn areas on Methodist Mountain.
US Forest Service
Forest Service Limits Fire-Related Activities
USDA Forest Service officials are providing recreation opportunities where possible, while keeping employees, the public, and our communities safe from the virus.
The US Forest Service Has Issued a Regional Closure Order for the Rocky Mountain Region
The U.S. Forest Service has closed all recreational sites, including camp- grounds, in the Rocky Mountain Region.
Decker Fire Update for Tuesday, Oct. 22
The Decker Fire is listed today at 8,723 acres with 50 percent containment. 612 personnel are currently working the fire.
Decker Fire Update for Monday, Oct. 21
Despite the driving, gusty winds, fire activity was minimal across the Decker Fire yesterday.
Decker Fire Update for Saturday, October 19th
The Decker Fire is now listed at 8,705 acres and 30% contained.
Decker Fire Update for Friday, Oct. 18th
The Decker Fire is listed today at 8,570 acres. 953 personnel are currently working the fire. Nine aircraft are assigned to the Decker Fire.
Decker Fire Update [Oct. 1]
The Decker Fire, burning 9 miles south of Salida, was mapped yesterday at 1,591 acres, and is 5 percent contained.
Decker Fire Update [Sept. 30]
Yesterday began a four-day long wind event, and more firefighters are on hand to fight the Decker Fire.
Decker Fire Update [Sept. 27]
As expected, activity with the Decker Fire picked up yesterday with the windy conditions, but remained higher on the mountain above the management action points.