Total Acres: 23,353 | Contained: 10% | Total Personnel: 749
Operations Fire activity increased around 2 PM Sunday, pushing eastward into the Kings Creek Campground area, where firefighters conducted a tactical firing operation to protect the campground. Additional firing operations took place on the southwest side off Big Hollow Road to connect and reinforce the fire’s edge. Night shift resources monitored and secured those areas overnight.
Today, dozer work continues on the northern flank near Wilson Peak and the Hillsdale and Johnson Canyons as crews work to secure structures. On the northeast flank, firefighters are focused on tying in fire line along Forest Service Road 100. On the east side, a firing operation is planned to prevent the fire from moving beyond East Fork Road, pending favorable weather. Along the southern edge, crews are mopping up to ensure fire lines are completely extinguished. On the southwest, the Big Hollow firing operation is ongoing to help protect the Bryce Woodland community.
Fire Restrictions Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect for all unincorporated private and state lands within Washington, Kane, and Garfield Counties. This includes all lands within Bryce Canyon National Park boundaries. These restrictions are aimed at minimizing common wildfire causes.
Details and updates can be found at: Utah Fire Info
Safety Expect smoke along roadways. Reduced visibility is possible, and drivers should use caution and reduce speed. Firefighting equipment, personnel, and wildlife may be present on or near roads. Never stop on roadways to watch firefighting operations—blocked roads create significant safety risks.
Weather Conditions today will be sunny and dry with highs of 61–66°F, humidity at 12–17%, and southwest winds of 7–10 MPH, with gusts up to 20 MPH. For real-time air quality data, visit: fire.airnow.gov
Closures Closure Order #04-03-24-317 is in effect from June 16 through July 31, 2025, or until rescinded. This includes all National Forest System lands south of Utah State Route 12 on the Powell Ranger District, with exceptions for Red Canyon Campground, Red Canyon Bike Trail #33016, Castle Bridge Trail #33096, Golden Wall Trail #33095, and Forest Road 113. The East Fork Road (087) remains closed.
Stay Updated
- Dixie National Forest Website
- U.S. Forest Service – Dixie National Forest on Facebook
- France Canyon Fire on Inciweb
Contact Email: 2025.FranceCanyon@Firenet.gov Phone: 435-258-9909 (8 AM–8 PM)
