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Is target shooting allowed in Fishlake National Forest right now?
Open Generally yes, with rules
No forest-wide fire restrictions reported (Utah Fire Info restrictions layer, alerts page).
No forest-wide fire restrictions reported (Utah Fire Info restrictions layer, alerts page).
Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 3:37 PM MT
Official source: Fishlake National Forest →
Verify before you go. Fire restrictions and closures can change daily. Confirm with the managing agency and follow posted signs. This page is not legal advice.
Status signals we checked
- Utah Fire Info restrictions layer: no fire restrictions
- alerts page: no fire restrictions
Mapped ranges, closures and restriction zones
| Name | Type | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Service (USFS) - Cottonwood Fire Closure | Shooting closure | Check source | Fire area closure order 0408-26-07 (effective 2026-07-04): area closed to public entry. Still marked Active in the Utah Fire Info layer, but not listed on the forest alerts page; it may have been lifted. Check the order before you go. source |
| Fishlake National Forest (forest-wide fire restriction status) | Fire restriction zone | Open | No forest-wide fire restrictions reported (Utah Fire Info restrictions layer, alerts page). source |
Shooting-related orders and alerts
- Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02: This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
General rules
- Target shooting is allowed on national forests unless an area is closed or restricted by order.
- No shooting within 150 yards of a residence, building, campsite, developed recreation area or occupied area.
- No shooting across or on a forest road or body of water, or into caves.
- No tracer or incendiary ammunition. Exploding targets are restricted or prohibited on many forests.
- Use a safe backstop, don't attach targets to trees or structures, and pack out all targets, cans, bottles and brass.
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