BLM Utah

The South East region trail crew for the State of Utah spent the week beautifying and improving a popular area in the Moab Field Office. We are so grateful for our partnership with the State of Utah and thank the trail crew for all their hard work!

BLM Utah is looking for dedicated individuals to serve on the Utah Resource Advisory Council and the San Rafael Swell Recreation Area Advisory Council. Nominations are open through October 26, 2026. Learn more and apply here:

Wild horses in the Sulphur herd are facing shrinking food and water due to overpopulation and drought. Today, the BLM began humane gather operations to prevent further strain on the land. More info:

We are now accepting applications for a full-time Utah State Chief Ranger for the Office of Law Enforcement and Security! Application Window: Sep. 18 - Oct. 22, 2026 Learn more and apply ➡️

Happy Spooktober!😱 Your public lands can be thrilling - and chilling! Join us this Oct for a special Haunted Jarvie event at the John Jarvie Historic Ranch! Daytime tours: 📅Oct 22/24/28/30 🕑10am-230pm Evening tour: 📆Oct 30 only 🕑10pm-12am 📞reservation only, 435-871-3432

The new McCoy Flats Campground is opening near Vernal! Join us for the Grand Opening 🎉 📅 Sept. 3 | ⏰ 11–1 (remarks at noon) 📍 7 miles SW of Vernal Tours, ribbon cutting & Smokey Bear—come celebrate America’s 250th! Learn more:

BLM is accepting public comments through October 5, 2026 on Silver Rock Transmission's proposed 600kV line spanning ~330 mi from Millard County, UT to Clark County, NV. Submit comments and register to attend a virtual public meeting at the link provided:

The BLM is opening a 15-day public comment period on a draft Environmental Assessment to designate nine backcountry airstrips in Canyon Country District, in use since the 1950s. Read more details and how to comment:

Heading out for deer or elk season? UT's archery hunts kick off this Saturday, Aug. 15. Know where you are before you go. Find hunting info: @UtahDWR

Interested in a career caring for the land you love? Join DOI Recruiters and BLM Hiring Managers for info sessions on the federal hiring process. In-person: Vernal (Aug 25) and Salt Lake City (Aug 27). Virtual: Sept 2. Learn more here:

Closure orders are now in effect for BLM lands near #Widemouth2Fire: N of I-70, E of I-15, W of US-50. Entry, roads/trails, and cross-country travel prohibited until further notice. Full order: (West Desert District).

We're thrilled to welcome photographer Josh Schutz as this year's Artist in Residence! Schutz will reside across BLM's Canyon Country Oct. 12 –25, creating one-of-a-kind images using historic photographic techniques to capture the spirit of the American West.

BLM is hiring in Utah! Info sessions: Vernal 8/25, Salt Lake City 8/27, virtual (TBD). Meet recruiters, learn the federal hiring process. Register:

250 miles for America's 250th! BLM Moab rangers hit their goal of patrolling 250 miles of the Green and Colorado Rivers this season, educating visitors, checking permits, and hauling out trash along the way.

REMINDER: Fireworks are prohibited on all BLM-managed public lands, including the Bonneville Salt Flats and on July 24, Pioneer Day. More info:

Need decorative stone? Starting July 8, stacked stone is available for purchase at the Stacked Stone Depot community pit near Virgin, UT. Pre-pay at the BLM St. George Field Office. More details:

Should you need a safety certification just to use a trailhead restroom? Restroom vandalism creates a terrible experience for visitors and wastes vital taxpayer money on repairs. These are your public lands, let’s treat facilities with the same care as our homes!

All BLM-managed lands located west of Highway 89 between Bullion Canyon Rd, Marysvale, UT and the southern Piute County border have been closed due to the #CottonwoodFire For more updates on the Cottonwood Fire, follow @UtahWildfire

@UtahWildfire Full order: High-res map:

Effective June 26, Stage 2 Fire Restrictions will go into effect for all BLM-managed public lands throughout Utah. To view the Fire Prevention Orders and details, visit: