Updated: July 15, 2026
Fire Safety in Colorado Springs: What Visitors Need to Know
We take fire preparedness and prevention seriously in the Pikes Peak Region.
Find updates on active fires and fire bans, preparedness tools and tips, and regional resources. Thank you for helping us keep our visitors and community safe this summer.
Current Wildfire Update — Aspen Acres Fire
As of Wednesday, July 15, the Aspen Acres Fire is still burning. Colorado Springs is not under any pre-evacuation or evacuation notices. Visitors should still be prepared for dry and potentially smoky conditions.
Find detailed updates and advisories on the Aspen Acres Fire.
Travel and Recreation Updates from the Royal Gorge Region
Royal Gorge Region:
Nearby wildfires can affect travel plans, recreation opportunities, and air quality across the state, but the Royal Gorge Region remains open for business. The best way to support the community is to visit. For the latest official updates, visit the Aspen Acres Fire Facebook page and the Fremont County Sheriff's Facebook Page.
Royal Gorge Bridge and Park:
The Bridge remains open for business as normal from 9 am to 7 pm each day. As of right now, the major routes to the bridge from Colorado Springs and Denver remain open and accessible. When traveling from the south, we recommend that guests consult the most recent updates on Watch Duty. (link)
Echo Canyon River Expeditions:
Echo Canyon is operating with normal business hours and rafting trips. Despite lower-than-average river flows, the trips are still proving to be a blast.
Fire Safety and Preparedness Tips for Colorado Springs
Wildfire prevention and preparedness matter year-round. Here are a few ways to recreate responsibly, protect the region's natural areas and stay prepared for an emergency.
1. Follow Leave No Trace Principles
Pack out what you pack in, plan ahead and fully extinguish campfires. These habits matter in every season, not only during periods of high fire danger.
Learn more about responsible recreation
2. Sign up for Peak Alerts
Peak Alerts sends timely notifications on fire bans and other regional safety risks.
Sign up for Peak Alerts
3. Stay hydrated.
Water intake matters at altitude, and it becomes even more important during fire season.
4. Prepare early
If fire risk is high or a wildfire has sparked nearby, pack a go bag and build an evacuation plan before you need one.
Wildfire preparedness tips
5. Check air quality before heading out
If levels are unhealthy, consider an indoor activity instead.
Check air quality
