Rock Fire (2025-08-14)
2,796 acre wildfire
(87% contained)
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IDBOF Rock Fire
Status:
Active
Size:
2,796 acre
Contained:
87%
Rock Fire Live Perimeter Growth
Rock Fire Fire Growth History
Rock Fire Containment History
Rock Fire Fire Alert Timeline
Aug 28, 2025
Other
Rock Fire reaches 42% containment at 2,792 acres with nearly 800 personnel deployed. No acreage or containment changes overnight. Fire received precipitation but hot spots remain requiring continued suppression efforts.
Sources:
Rock Fire raises containment to 42%, progress continues
(2025-08-28)
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-28)
Aug 27, 2025
Evacuation level 1
Valley County Sheriff's Office downgrades evacuation orders: Zone WM05 cleared of all evacuations, Zone WM07 downgraded from 'Set' to 'Ready' status. Zone WM06 remains at 'Ready' level. Significant progress in containment allows for evacuation reductions.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-27)
Rock Fire: Evacuations downgraded, containment remains at 42%
(2025-08-27)
Aug 26, 2025
Other
Rock Fire containment increases to 37% at 2,792 acres with containment established on northern and southeastern perimeters. Flash flood watch issued from noon August 26 through Wednesday evening. Interior vegetation may continue smoldering for weeks.
Sources:
Firefighters strengthen lines as Rock Fire containment grows to 37% near Tamarack Resort
(2025-08-26)
Aug 19, 2025
Evacuation level 2
Valley County Sheriff's Office upgrades evacuation status for Zone WM-07 from Level 1 'Ready' to Level 2 'Set'. Residents in West Mountain area must be prepared to leave immediately if conditions deteriorate. Zones WM05 and WM06 remain at Level 1 'Ready' status.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-19)
Sheriff's office upgrades evacuation orders to Level 2 "Set" for area near Rock Fire
(2025-08-19)
Aug 16, 2025
Other
Great Basin Complex Incident Management Team assumes command of Rock Fire. Fire estimated at 2,673 acres with 0% containment and 575 personnel deployed. Level 1 evacuation orders remain in effect for West Mountain zones WM05, WM06, WM07.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-16)
Firefighters battle Rock Fire as flash flood watch looms
(2025-08-16)
Aug 15, 2025
Road closure
Rock Fire grows to 2,800 acres with 0% containment. Boise and Payette National Forests implement area, road, and trail closures for public and firefighter safety. Upper French Creek Campground closed, all other campgrounds remain open.
Aug 15, 2025
Other
Tamarack Resort begins phased reopening with select operations including Osprey Meadows Golf Course, dining, and spa. Marina, ziplining, Mid Mountain Lodge, and lift-served activities remain closed as safety evaluations continue.
Sources:
Tamarack Resort, Idaho, Reopens Select Operations After Wildfire Shutdown
(2025-08-15)
Tamarack Resort, Idaho, Partially Reopens After Rock Fire Closure
(2025-08-15)
Aug 13, 2025
Evacuation level 1
Level 1 'Ready' evacuation notice issued for West Mountain residents (zones WM05, WM06, WM07) due to Rock Fire activity south of Tamarack Resort. Fire has grown to approximately 1,871+ acres with no containment. Residents should prepare evacuation plans and monitor for updates.
Sources:
Valley County issues 'Ready' evacuation notice for West Mountain amid Rock Fire activity
(2025-08-13)
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-13)
Aug 13, 2025
Other
Lightning-caused Rock Fire ignites at 12:37 a.m. near Tamarack Resort, approximately 1.5 miles south of the resort. Fire is one of several lightning-caused fires that started between evening of August 12 and early morning August 13 across Boise and Payette National Forests.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-13)
Wildfires erupt near Tamarack Resort after Tuesday night storm - Valley Lookout
(2025-08-13)
Aug 13, 2025
Other
Tamarack Resort suspends all operations until further notice due to Rock Fire proximity. Resort closed out of abundance of caution as fire burns approximately 1.5 miles south. No structures currently affected but heavy smoke present in area.
Rock Fire Fire Alert Timeline
Aug 25, 2025
Other
Rock Fire shows significant containment progress reaching 29-37% contained with 2,792 acres burned. Nearly 877-900 personnel continue firefighting efforts. Zone WM-07 remains under Level 2 'Set' evacuation status. Crews focus on strengthening containment lines on eastern side and northern section.
Aug 19, 2025
Evacuation level 2
Valley County Sheriff's Office upgrades evacuation status for Zone WM-07 from Level 1 'Ready' to Level 2 'Set'. Residents in West Mountain area must be prepared to leave immediately if conditions deteriorate. Zones WM05 and WM06 remain at Level 1 'Ready' status.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-19)
Sheriff's office upgrades evacuation orders to Level 2 "Set" for area near Rock Fire
(2025-08-19)
Aug 16, 2025
Other
Great Basin Complex Incident Management Team assumes command of Rock Fire. Fire estimated at 2,673 acres with 0% containment and 575 personnel deployed. Level 1 evacuation orders remain in effect for West Mountain zones WM05, WM06, WM07.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-16)
Firefighters battle Rock Fire as flash flood watch looms
(2025-08-16)
Aug 15, 2025
Road closure
Rock Fire grows to 2,800 acres with 0% containment. Boise and Payette National Forests implement area, road, and trail closures for public and firefighter safety. Upper French Creek Campground closed, all other campgrounds remain open.
Aug 13, 2025
Evacuation level 1
Level 1 'Ready' evacuation notice issued for West Mountain residents (zones WM05, WM06, WM07) due to Rock Fire activity south of Tamarack Resort. Fire has grown to approximately 1,871+ acres with no containment. Residents should prepare evacuation plans and monitor for updates.
Sources:
Valley County issues 'Ready' evacuation notice for West Mountain amid Rock Fire activity
(2025-08-13)
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-13)
Aug 13, 2025
Other
Lightning-caused Rock Fire ignites at 12:37 a.m. near Tamarack Resort, approximately 1.5 miles south of the resort. Fire is one of several lightning-caused fires that started between evening of August 12 and early morning August 13 across Boise and Payette National Forests.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-13)
Wildfires erupt near Tamarack Resort after Tuesday night storm - Valley Lookout
(2025-08-13)
Aug 13, 2025
Other
Tamarack Resort suspends all operations until further notice due to Rock Fire proximity. Resort closed out of abundance of caution as fire burns approximately 1.5 miles south. No structures currently affected but heavy smoke present in area.
Rock Fire Fire Alert Timeline
Aug 22, 2025
Other
Rock Fire remains at 0% containment after growing to 2,813 acres. Nearly 900 personnel continue battling the lightning-caused fire burning 5 miles southwest of Donnelly. Zone WM-07 remains under Level 2 'Set' evacuation status.
Sources:
Rock Fire remains at 0% containment on Friday, with 2,813 acres burned
(2025-08-22)
Wildfire Map Spotlight: Rock and Elkhorn Fires, Idaho
(2025-08-21)
Aug 19, 2025
Evacuation level 2
Valley County Sheriff's Office upgrades evacuation status for Zone WM-07 from Level 1 'Ready' to Level 2 'Set'. Residents in West Mountain area must be prepared to leave immediately if conditions deteriorate.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-19)
Sheriff's office upgrades evacuation orders to Level 2 "Set" for area near Rock Fire
(2025-08-19)
Community meeting for Idaho's Rock Fire planned for Thursday night
(2025-08-19)
Aug 16, 2025
Other
Great Basin Complex Incident Management Team assumes command of Rock Fire. Fire estimated at 2,673 acres with 0% containment and 575 personnel deployed. Level 1 evacuation orders remain in effect for West Mountain zones WM05, WM06, WM07.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-16)
Firefighters battle Rock Fire as flash flood watch looms
(2025-08-16)
Aug 15, 2025
Road closure
Rock Fire grows to 2,800 acres with 0% containment. Boise and Payette National Forests implement area, road, and trail closures for public and firefighter safety. Upper French Creek Campground closed, all other campgrounds remain open.
Aug 13, 2025
Other
Tamarack Resort suspends all operations until further notice due to Rock Fire proximity. Resort closed out of abundance of caution as fire burns approximately 1.5 miles south. No structures currently affected but heavy smoke present in area.
Aug 13, 2025
Evacuation level 1
Level 1 'Ready' evacuation notice issued for West Mountain residents (zones WM05, WM06, WM07) due to Rock Fire activity south of Tamarack Resort. Fire has grown to approximately 1,871+ acres with no containment. Residents should prepare evacuation plans and monitor for updates.
Sources:
Valley County issues 'Ready' evacuation notice for West Mountain amid Rock Fire activity
(2025-08-13)
Rock Fire burns over 2,300 acres near Tamarack Resort | ktvb.com
(2025-08-13)
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-13)
Rock Fire Fire Alert Timeline
Aug 16, 2025
Other
Great Basin Complex Incident Management Team assumes command of Rock Fire. Fire estimated at 2,673 acres with 0% containment and 575 personnel deployed. Level 1 evacuation orders remain in effect for West Mountain zones WM05, WM06, WM07.
Sources:
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-16)
Firefighters battle Rock Fire as flash flood watch looms
(2025-08-16)
Aug 15, 2025
Road closure
Rock Fire grows to 2,800 acres with 0% containment. Boise and Payette National Forests implement area, road, and trail closures for public and firefighter safety. Upper French Creek Campground closed, all other campgrounds remain open.
Aug 13, 2025
Other
Tamarack Resort suspends all operations until further notice due to Rock Fire proximity. Resort closed out of abundance of caution as fire burns approximately 1.5 miles south. No structures currently affected but heavy smoke present in area.
Aug 13, 2025
Evacuation level 1
Level 1 'Ready' evacuation notice issued for West Mountain residents (zones WM05, WM06, WM07) due to Rock Fire activity south of Tamarack Resort. Fire has grown to approximately 1,871+ acres with no containment. Residents should prepare evacuation plans and monitor for updates.
Sources:
Valley County issues 'Ready' evacuation notice for West Mountain amid Rock Fire activity
(2025-08-13)
Rock Fire burns over 2,300 acres near Tamarack Resort | ktvb.com
(2025-08-13)
Idbof Rock Fire Information | InciWeb
(2025-08-13)
Rock Fire Fire Alert Timeline
Aug 13, 2025
Other
Tamarack Resort suspends all operations until further notice due to Rock Fire proximity. Resort closed out of abundance of caution as fire burns approximately 1.5 miles south. No structures currently affected but heavy smoke present in area.
Aug 13, 2025
Evacuation level 1
Level 1 'Ready' evacuation notice issued for West Mountain residents (zones WM05, WM06, WM07) due to Rock Fire activity south of Tamarack Resort. Fire has grown to approximately 1,900+ acres with no containment estimate. Residents should prepare evacuation plans and monitor for updates.
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