The Rock Canyon Fire began Monday afternoon after a lightning strike near the Arizona-Utah border on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (Arizona Strip Field Office). Extreme heat and drought conditions, combined with high winds, have seen the blaze grow to nearly 3,000 acres overnight. Currently, the fire is only 5% contained.

In the interest of public safety, the BLM has closed Stateline Trailhead and the northern terminus of the Arizona National Scenic Trail and AZT Passage 43 (Buckskin Mountain). Additional closures nearby on the Kaibab National Forest are also expected.

Please avoid this area until the fire is contained and it has been determined to be safe for visitation. For up-to-date information, rely on Watch Duty.