Forest Service opens more area for recreation in Pecos Wilderness

SANTA FE – The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) has reduced the size of the closure area for the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire to allow for increased public access in the high country of the Pecos Wilderness.The updated closure order, effective at 8 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, opens an additional 11,517 acres at higher elevations within the Pecos Wilderness, according to the announcement from the Forest Service.

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