The Ashley National Forest has lifted the closure order in the vicinity of Center Park on June 24, 2010. The closure was planned to last from June 2, 2010 through July 2, 2010 for public safety while supplies were flown into the Swift Creek Basin from Mill Park in support of the High Lakes Stabilization Project.

The area closed for public safety was located under the helicopter flight path that was used to transport heavy equipment and supplies to work areas at Deer and East Timothy Lakes in the Swift Creek Basin. This closure was needed due to the remote possibility of load detachment while in flight.

Swift Creek Basin is closed under a separate closure order for the period from May 3, 2010 until September 30, 2010. Please check with the Duchesne/Roosevelt Ranger District for current information.

If you are planning a trip to the eastern High Uintas Wilderness Area this summer, please call ahead to ensure areas are open and accessible. The Forest anticipates another short duration closure of this area in August or September in order to fly equipment out of work locations at Deer and East Timothy lake when work is complete.