East Troublesome Fire (unit 18)

[kroppr77]

Trying to read up on the fire from last October, with limited success. I called a couple guides and FWP in Hot Sulfur Springs, with it only opening recently I know boots on ground is gonna be tough. Also I know the fire burned super hot, but everyone seemed optimistic I talked to. Even with that and the drought they said regrowth looked good? I imagine the pines got hammered, aspens are so-so, and the draws are the only thing doing well? Just wondering what you all think? The area was pretty much ideal for a fire after hunting it a lot, and I know it'll be a lot different this year. I'm out of state, and couldn't scout when I wanted to due to the closures. Not looking to talk specifics, we all have our spots.
thanks

 

[Thedeerfarmer]

Not to rain on your parade, but a lot of the burn scar is still closed. Check USFS website for maps. Good luck.
-DF

 

[cnelk]

Colorado unit 18

Does any know if 18 is completely destroyed by fire from 2020 fires or still some timber left? Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk

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[kroppr77]

Colorado unit 18

Does any know if 18 is completely destroyed by fire from 2020 fires or still some timber left? Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk

www.rokslide.com

Thanks, I knew it was bad but that was tough to see

 

[Ddan33]

Hunted this unit this year during muzzleloader season and was real disappointed in the open access due to the fire. Land was extremely scorched with minimal growth and the few areas that the fire didn’t hit had way too many hunters.