Attention Tourists: Bears Are Still Dangerous Wild Animals
It may seem crazy that we are constantly told to stay away from bears and bison. These giant animals are wild and dangerous.
Sawtooth National Forest
Suspected Gold Panning Hot Spot Lies Just North Of Twin Falls ID
If you enjoy the hobby or have never tried panning in your life, this is the summer in southern Idaho to get your waders wet.
Twin Falls County Sheriff Issues Memorial Day Weekend Warnings
If you’re on the water, have a life vest.
Sawtooth Forest Plans Several Projects to Improve Trails and Facilities
The Sawtooth National Forest has nine projects in Southern Idaho to improve facilities and trail systems that are eligible for state funding.
Road Closures Begin Dec 1, on Sawtooth National Forest
Seasonal road closures will begin December 1, on the Sawtooth National Forest throughout Southern Idaho and northern Utah
Fire Restrictions to be Lifted on Northern Part of Sawtooth Forest
The Sawtooth National Forest will lift Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in the Sawtooth North Zone in the Sawtooth National Recreation Area on October 7.
Forest Bridge Northwest of Fairfield to Close Temporarily
A bridge located in the Fairfield Ranger District on the Sawtooth National Forest will be replaced this fall blocking access for short time
Rains Slow Ross Fork Fire, Full Containment Weeks Away
Fire crews are taking advantage of rains that have eased some fire activity on the Ross Fork Fire north of Ketchum
UPDATE: Fire Near Stanley Forces Trail Closures
A fire burning near a popular recreation area near Stanley has forced several trail closures as firefighters work to get it under control
New Supervisor to Take Over Sawtooth National Forest
A new forest supervisor is set to take over management of the Sawtooth National Forest in Southern Idaho
Sawtooth Forest Will Get $1.6 Million for Badger Fire Recovery
A little more than $1.6 million will be awarded to the U.S. Forest Service-Sawtooth National Forest to help recovery efforts following the large Badger Fire that torched pristine areas of the South Hills.
Want to Work in Idaho’s Forests? The Forest Service is Hiring
The United States Forest Service is looking to fill hundreds of open jobs across the Gem State and right in the heart of Southern Idaho.