Forest Service is conducting prescribed burns this spring throughout the Forests We are conducting prescribed burns throughout the Forests from March through mid-May. Prescribed burns improve wildlife habitat by restoring open woodlands and grasslands to the forest landscape, and keep the public and homes safe by reducing the buildup of dried leaves and wood in nearby forest land that can lead to uncontrolled wildfires. Safety is the Forest Service’s top priority, and Forest Service fire managers will conduct prescribed burns only under appropriate weather conditions. Areas near prescribed burns may see or smell smoke and some trails or roads may be temporarily closed. For information about where we are conducting prescribed burns check out the InciWeb Information page or follow us on twitter: @GWJNF1
Fri, 02 Apr 2021 00:00:00 CDT Day Use Passes for Lake Moomaw available The 2021 Day Use passes for Lake Moomaw and other recreation areas on the forest are now available for purchase over the phone. The pass this year costs $30. This year's pass not only covers the day use areas at Lake Moomaw but also day use areas located on other ranger districts with fee areas. For more information or purchase of the pass you can call 540-839-2521.
Tue, 02 Mar 2021 00:00:00 CST Facility and recreation area changes in response to COVID-19 In coordination with state and local health and safety guidelines, National Forests remain open; however, services at our facilities may be changed, suspended or offered through alternate approaches as we manage for the health and safety of our work force and the public.
Offices are temporarily closed to the public. Public services are available by phone, mail, and email. Call your nearest office for more information.
Check our recreation page for the current status of recreation sites.
