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Fire Weather Watch for the park area
Prepare for critical fire-weather conditions in Theodore Roosevelt National Park from Thursday afternoon through early Thursday evening. - The National Weather Service issued the watch because warm, breezy conditions, relative humidity of 12–20%, and abundant dry vegetation are expected; west winds are forecast at 15–20 mph with gusts around 30 mph. - Any fires that develop may spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. - Listen for later updates and a possible upgrade to a Red Flag Warning. Check current park conditions before traveling.Official detailsClosure
Ridgeline Nature Trail inaccessible
Do not plan to use the South Unit’s Ridgeline Nature Trail: it is currently inaccessible because of a road collapse. - The trail is 0.6 mile long. - Other South Unit hiking options listed by the park include Coal Vein Trail (0.8 mile), Wind Canyon Trail (0.4 mile), and Buck Hill (0.1 mile). Check current park conditions before traveling.Official details