Trail Updates

03/03/2026

The U.S. Forest Service (USFS) plans to conduct a prescribed burn at Max Patch later this week, depending on weather (NOBO mile 255.5). USFS fire crews may ask hikers to wait for short periods of time during the burn.

Prescribed burns are weather dependent and advanced notice of burns is not always possible. Hikers should always follow instructions from posted signs and fire crews. Hikers may also encounter smoke effects for several days after the burn. For more information about the benefits of prescribed burns, visit the USFS website.