Angel County Forest Service

Caring for the land and serving the county

Signal Ridge District

District Overview

The Signal Ridge District encompasses approximately 214,000 acres of mixed conifer forest and protected watershed.

The district includes elevated observation structures, restricted fire monitoring zones, and limited public access corridors.

Public Access Status

Certain areas of Signal Ridge remain closed under the September 2014 Fire Containment Order.

  • Upper Ridge Trail – Closed
  • Tower Access Road – Restricted
  • Eastern Basin Campsite – Closed

Closure status is reviewed periodically.

Facilities

Facility Status
Fire Watch Tower 7 Restricted Access
Signal Ridge Ranger Station Temporarily Unstaffed
Upper Ridge Trailhead Closed

Incident Archive

The September 2014 wildfire event resulted in extended access limitations across the district.

Official documentation remains under review.

Signal Ridge Fire Summary (2014)
Environmental Impact Assessment
Personnel Reports

Wildlife & Environmental Notes

Recent wildlife surveys indicate stable populations within district boundaries.

Reports of unclassified animal activity have not been substantiated.

District Conditions

Fire Risk Level: Elevated

Visitor Access: Limited

Last Inspection: October 2, 2014

District Contact

Signal Ridge Office

Status: Unstaffed

For inquiries, contact County Dispatch