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Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests
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# Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests - Welcome

## Magnificent Mountain Country

The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests has over two million acres filled with incredible experiences and natural wonders that are open to everyone!

Discover Special Places

Major attractions for visitors from the desert are the Mogollon Rim and eight cold-water lakes. From the Rim’s 7,600 - foot elevation, vista points provide inspiring views of the low lands to the south.

With two million acres, there's something for everyone to see and do!
                    -  Smokey Bear Reading Challenge
Help celebrate Smokey Bear's 80th Birthday.
Join the Reading Challenge 
                    -  Recreation
Lakes and mountains. The Mogollon Rim. The White Mountains. A place of spiritual renewal and more...
Recreation Areas 
                    -  Find Your Way
Interactive, downloadable and print maps and publications of National Forests and National Grasslands in Arizona and New Mexico.
Maps and Guides 
                    -  Passes/Permits
Purchase your passes and permits online or at your destination.
Passes and Permits 
                    -  Caring for the Land
The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests are tasked with managing public lands brimming with natural resources and diverse wildlife. We work to protect at-risk species like the Mexican spotted owl and New Mexican jumping mouse, protect the Heber Wild Horse Territory, ensure forest health through safe logging practices, and restore critical ecosystems.
Land Management 
                    -  Fire Prevention Awareness
Wildfire risk remains. **It is always illegal to leave a campfire unattended or use fireworks on National Forest land.**
Fireworks, Explosions, and Sparks Prohibited  

## Features

### Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests host fourth annual Women in Wildfire bootcamp

Participants receive training, qualifications to pursue careers as wildland firefighters

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### Recent wildfires motivate area residents to train as wildland firefighters

Arizona, California, Colorado wildfires prompt applicants for Apache-Sitgreaves Women in Wildfire training

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## Alerts & Warnings

                        - Lakeside Ranger District - Show Low Lake Nesting Area 
                        - Lakeside Ranger District - Fool Hollow Lake Nesting Area 
                        - Regional Closure Order - Fireworks, Explosives and Sparks 
                        - 14-Day Stay Limit in 30-Day Period on Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests 

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**Apache Sitgreaves National Forests**30 S. Chiricahua Dr.Springerville, AZ 85938928-333-6280

**Rob Lever,**Forest Supervisor

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