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Public access, recreation closed on Colorado River downstream of Fruita amid fire danger
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· June 29, 2026
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Key points : In western Colorado, a closure is affecting the Colorado River. For more specific information, readers can consult the original announcement from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, which worked with local law enforcement to put this closure in place.
From Grand Junction, Colo.: In western Colorado, a closure is affecting the Colorado River. This change impacts areas from a state park near Fruita to the Utah border.
The decision was made due to fire danger. Authorities are involved in implementing this measure.
For more specific information, readers can consult the original announcement from Colorado Parks and Wildlife, which worked with local law enforcement to put this closure in place.
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Published: June 29, 2026 ·
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