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# National Forests & Grasslands in Texas - Overview

## National Forests and Grasslands in Texas

The U.S. Forest Service manages approximately 675,000 acres of public land in Texas. This land is divided into four National Forests in east Texas and the Caddo-Lyndon B. Johnson National Grasslands in northeast Texas

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## Update: April 16, 2024

### **Need to Know**

                    -  Due to heavy rains, the following roads, trails and recreation areas in the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas have been  CLOSED temporarily .	                       -      Sam Houston Multi-Use Trail    

Please be aware of closures and follow local authorities' guidance for your safety.

Plan alternative routes, stay informed, and prioritize safety.

 

### RX Prescribed Burn Info

                    -  **ANGELINA NATIONAL FOREST** 

Officials with the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas, **Angelina National Forest**, have advised a prescribed burn today—in the **Yellow Jacket (Northeast of Broaddus)****Unit,** **–Compartment 19**** for 1113 acres**. The**burn unit is located in San Augustine County.**

Winds are out of the South, and drift smoke may be noticable North of Broaddus Along HWY TX-103.

Smoke will impact areas around the prescribed burn, and long-range drift smoke may be present during and after ignition operations.
                    -  Drift smoke may be noticable North of Broaddus Along HWY TX-103. 

Please drive with caution. Ground personnel will be operating in the area, and smoke may impact visibility on local roads and highways near the burn unit.

**If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Angelina Sabine Ranger District at (936) 897-1068 or (409) 625-1940.**

Please visit the Southern Region Prescribed Burn Accomplishment Tracker for locations. Southern Region Prescribed Burn Accomplishment Tracker (arcgis.com)

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                    -  SAM HOUSTON NATIONAL FOREST 

Officials with the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas,**Sam Houston** **National Forest**, have advised a prescribed burn today in **Compartment 92**** for 1705 acres**. The**burn unit is located in San Jacinto county- located near FS 221: Big Creek Scenic Road and FS 221E (Just East of FM 2025 and FS 221 intersection. Just south of Double Lake Campground)**

Winds are out of the South (Smoke visible from FM 2025 and SH 150)

Smoke will impact areas around the prescribed burn, and long-range drift smoke may be present during and after ignition operations.

Please drive with caution. Ground personnel will be operating in the area, and smoke may impact visibility on local roads and highways near the burn unit.

**If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Sam Houston Ranger District at (936) 344-6205**

Please visit the Southern Region Prescribed Burn Accomplishment Tracker for locations. Southern Region Prescribed Burn Accomplishment Tracker (arcgis.com)

 

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### Road and Trails

The National Forests and Grasslands in Texas continue to repair damaged roads. Visitors should use extreme caution when visiting. Road and trail conditions can change rapidly, and visitors are reminded to check their local weather. Current list of roads, trails, and recreation areas temporarily closed or with limited access.

**Davy Crockett National Forest ���**
                    -  NFSR 557 is passable with a four-wheel drive .  
                    -  NFSR511 and 523 are passable by 4X4.
                    -  4C Trail continues to be closed. 

**Sabine National Forest ​**
                    - NFSR 111 is closed 1/2 mile south of Six Mile Creek Bridge due to a washed-out culvert.

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### Closed areas in the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas

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                    - Due to storms and excessive rainfall, portions of roads, trails and recreation areas are closed.  See the list of closed roads and areas  here. 
                    - Recreation areas are starting to reopen. See the  Recreation Conditions Report  on the  **Recreation page** for recreation site status.

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### USFS Volunteer Opportunity

                    - The Davy Crockett National Forest is seeking interested candidates to volunteer as campground hosts at Ratcliff Lake Recreational Area. [ **Read more** ]

## Features

### Fire Information

Links the NFGT planned burns, completed burns, and the Texas Burn Ban Map may be found here.

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## Spotlights

Hunter Camp Maps
 Hunter camp locations on the National Forests and Grasslands in Texas.
Plant-a-Tree Program
The Plant-A-Tree Program enables individuals or groups to contribute funds for planting trees on National Forests.  Donations may be made to honor or memorialize friends or relatives.
Travel Management Rule
	Restricting Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Use to Designated Routes.
NFGT Forest Supervisor's Orders and Prohibitions (Closure Orders)
List of Forest Supervisor's Orders and Prohibitions for the National Forests & Grasslands in Texas.

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## Quick Links

                        - Scan and Pay QR instructions for First-come, First-Served Campsites
                        - NFGT Fingertip Fact Sheet May 2023
                        - Timber Sales
                        - Motor Vehicle Use Maps (MVUM)
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                        - Oil and Gas Leasing Availability Analysis

Rules and Regulations
                        - Forest Supervisor's Orders and Prohibitions (Closure Orders) 

Don't Move Firewood!

Outdoor Safety in the South

Marijuana detection - Report suspicious activity on the forest to law enforcement at (936-639-8530). 

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