Turkey Track Fire 30% contained, being investigated as human caused
Apr 13, 2025
DENVER (KDVR) -- The fire burning in southwest Douglas County is now 30% contained, U.S. Forest Service officials said in an 11 a.m. Sunday update.
The Turkey Track Fire is burning on 128 acres near the Turkey Tracks Shooting Range about eight miles north of Woodland Park off Highway 67, official
s said. According to the Fire Information Center for the Pike and San Isabel National Forests, the fire is being investigated as human caused.
Initial coverage: 150-acre fire burning near Turkey Tracks Shooting Range
There are no structures threatened by the fire, but the Douglas County Sheriff's Office has asked campers in the area to evacuate.
"Smoke will remain visible throughout the day as there are still pockets of heat inside the fire perimeter," fire officials said in the update. "Firefighters and fire equipment are on the road so we ask people lease remain cautious when driving on highway 67 in that area."
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