Black Mesa Ranger District

Conditions: Blocked

for river fishing, today

An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good

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problem: Agency alerts
3 active alerts in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests; most severe: Benny Creek Campground/Southfork Day Use Area Closure Order - Springerville Ranger District
USFSPosted Sep 30, 2025 · checked 5 h ago
clear: Weather
Rain, high 70°F / low 57°F, 63% precip — 90/100 for river fishing
OpenWeather5 h ago

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Black Mesa Ranger District is the westernmost ranger district on the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests. Located only 2 1/2 hours from the Phoenix Metro area, the district is a popular destination for residents of the valley looking to escape the summer heat. Guidelines for Target Shooting on The Black Mesa Ranger District You may NOT discharge a firearm or any other weapon (including paintball guns, air guns, archery, slingshots, etc):Within 150 yards of a residence, building, campsite, developed recreation site, or occupied campsiteAcross or on a Forest Developed Road, across a body of water or stream, or across a canyonIn any manner or place whereby any person or property is exposed to injury or damage as a result of such discharge (36CFR 261.10d)With any tracer bullet or incendiary ammunition (36CFR 261.5b)Choose a remote area with an earthen backdrop. ALWAYS know where your bullets are going. Look at a map, know before you go.CLICK HERE for Shooting Restrictions within the Black Mesa RD area including the Rim Lakes Recreation Area. MAP of Rim Lakes restricted shooting area