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8/8/26 5:30am

Source: KGUN 9 News

There is a reported fire on what appears to be the West side of the Catalina Mountains.

No reports, or updates from the US Forest Service: Coronado National Forest as this fire appears to have happened late last night.

Please stand by for updates.

Thank you.

Marshall Gulch Closure in Effect 08/03/2026

U.S. Forest Service- Coronado National Forest

📣Marshall Gulch Closure in effect

Pedestrian use of Marshall Gulch Trail #3, Aspen Trail #93, and Sunset Trail #90 is available weekly on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and all federal holidays. Please stay on designated trails when in the Marshall Gulch area and be aware of your surroundings. 

🚯Pack it in, Pack it out. There are is no trash service or toilet facilities available after leaving the new Summerhaven parking lot. 

On Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, the entire Marshall Gulch area, including the above-mentioned trails, is closed.

Parking remains available at the new Summerhaven parking lot along Sabino Canyon Park Road.

Beginning March 1, 2026, it is Mexican Spotted Owl Breeding Season. NO outdoor power tools on Forest Service land.

-Mount Lemmon Echoes March 2026

To learn more about conservation efforts of the Mexican Spotted Owl, go to ADOT’s resource handout.