Forest Service: Elizabeth Fire forces closures in George Washington National Forest

The USDA Forest Service is working to address the Elizabeth Fire located on the northern region of the George Washington National Forest.

The fire is currently estimated at 30 acres and is being monitored by two helicopters.

The following areas are closed under a temporary order for the public’s safety:

• Elizabeth Furnace Day Use Area
• Buzzard Rock Trailhead Parking lot
• Picket Springs Parking lot
• Trail No. 404: Buzzard Rock
• Trail No. 406: Shawl Gap
• Trail No. 403: Sherman Gap
• Trail No. 405.1: Tuscarora Veach Gap
• Trail No. 408: Massanutten Mountain (From Elizabeth Furnace to Veach Gap)
• Trail No. 463: Botts Trail
• Trail No. 403: Sherman Gap
• Trail No. 483: Pig Iron
• Trail No. 483A: Charcoal Trail
• Trail No. 484: Veach Gap

The Forest Service is asking the public to avoid areas with active fire and smoke for your safety, and to give fire personnel room to address the situation.

For more information, contact the Lee Ranger District at 540-984-4101.