If you’re planning on using trails in the Bean Peaks area, you might find your trail temporarily closed.
Prescott National Forest officials announced fire managers plan to conduct prescribed fire operations in the Prescott Basin on the Bradshaw Ranger District south of Prescott. Ignitions are planned to start Friday and last through May 31, depending on weather conditions and resource availability.
The Goldwater Prescribed Burn is located east of Highway 89 and Ponderosa Park Road; west of School House Gulch Road; north of Marapai Road; and west of Goldwater Lake. Resources will remain on scene to monitor and patrol in the days following the prescribed burn.
Trails in the Bean Peaks area may be temporarily closed during prescribed fire operations for public and firefighter safety.
Expect smoke impacts to be light to moderate and visible from multiple locations including Prescott, Prescott Valley, Wilhoit, Chino Valley, and surrounding communities.