Bureau of Land Management press releases

BLM Announces Fire Prevention Order for the Rogue River July 16, 2026

Home Info Press Releases Press Releases The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

BLM Seeks Input for November 2026 Sale of Oil and Gas Leases in New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas

SANTA FE, N.M. – The Bureau of Land Management today opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on plans to include 30 oil and gas parcels totaling 8,071 acres in New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas in a November 2026 sale. The comment period ends August 17, 2026. The BLM completed scoping on these parcels in June 2026 and is now seeking public comment on the parcels and related environmental analysis. The BLM will use input from the public to help complete its review of each parcel. Leasing is the first step in the process to develop federal oil and gas resources. Before development operations can begin, an operator must submit an application for permit to drill detailing development plans. The BLM reviews applications for permits to drill, posts them for public review, conducts an environmental analysis and coordinates with state partners and stakeholders. All parcels that are included in a federal oil and gas lease sale include appropriate stipulations to protect important natural resources. Information on current and upcoming BLM leases is available through the National Fluid Lease Sale System . BLM lease sales are held online through Efficient Markets . The parcels BLM is analyzing, as well as maps and instructions on how to comment, are available on the BLM’s ePlanning website at: Carlsbad Field Office - DOI-BLM-NM-P020-2026-1065-EA Farmington Field Office - DOI-BLM-NM-F010-2026-0053-EA Oklahoma Field Office - DOI-BLM-NM-0040-2026-0027-EA

BLM Announces Listening Sessions for Coal Modernization Effort

Home Info Press Releases Press Releases The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

BLM Begins Temporary Trail Closures at Campbell Tract During Fuel Treatment Work

Home Info Press Releases Press Releases The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

BLM Issues Decision on FY 26-29 Sample Tree Falling

Home Info Press Releases Press Releases The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

Seasonal Fire Restrictions Lifted on BLM-managed Lands in Navajo and Apache Counties

Home Info Press Releases Press Releases The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

BLM completes wild horse gather in Saylor Creek Herd Management Area

Home Info Press Releases Press Releases The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

BLM Issues Decision on Little Wolf Quarry

Home Info Press Releases Press Releases The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

BLM Reopens Rim Campground near Casper

The Bureau of Land Management has reopened Rim Campground in Natrona County effective July 16, 2026. The closure was a precautionary measure to ensure public safety. While wildlife officials were hopeful, the bear was not able to be relocated. Animals fed by humans can lose their natural instincts to hunt or gather food, as well as become aggressive toward people. If you are visiting public lands or planning to use campground facilities, please help keep wildlife wild by keeping campsites clean, storing food in bear-proof lockers, throwing trash into secure bins, and never feeding animals. For any questions, please reach out to the Casper Field Office at (307) 261-7600 or blm_wy_casper_wymail@blm.gov .

BLM’s Second-Quarter 2026 Oil and Gas Lease Sales Generate $4.1 Billion

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Bureau of Land Management generated more than $4.1 billion in total receipts from oil and gas lease sales held in the second quarter of 2026 – in line with the Trump administration’s Energy Dominance initiative. These revenues reflect an ongoing focus on unleashing domestic energy, supporting job growth, and promoting efficient, streamlined permitting and leasing processes. “This quarter’s totals generated more revenue than the entire four-years of the Biden administration and it shows how we can use public lands to their fullest potential," said BLM Director Steve Pearce . "These successful sales demonstrate the BLM’s unwavering commitment to fostering American Energy Dominance while ensuring public lands are supporting national security, economic strength and the livelihood of the American people.” From April through June, the BLM sold 389 parcels totaling 355,456 acres for $4.1 billion in total receipts for its second quarter of calendar year 2026 oil and gas lease sales, with most of the revenue coming from New Mexico . The combined bonus bids and rentals from the leases will be distributed between the federal government and the states where the parcels are located. The BLM held additional oil and gas lease sales in Alaska , Colorado , Nevada , North and South Dakota , Texas, Utah and Wyoming . A record oil and gas lease sale in May generated more than $4 billion in total receipts in New Mexico and Texas, underscoring strong industry demand for domestic energy development on public lands. In that sale, the BLM sold 74 parcels on 33,530 acres. In June, the BLM held an oil and gas lease sale in Alaska’s Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge . This was the second successful sale in the area under President Trump’s leadership and the first since the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The sale brought in an additional $4.5 million from five tracts on 72,049 acres. The BLM’s lease sales have generated $4.7 billion in 2026, with first quarter sales of $592.7 million from January through March. Oil and gas lease sales support domestic energy production and American energy independence while contributing to the nation’s economic and military security. Consistent with Executive Order 14154 , “Unleashing American Energy,” BLM's lease sales help meet the energy needs of U.S. citizens and solidify the nation as a global energy leader long into the future.

Fall Creek Falls Equestrian Facility Burro Blitz Adoption Event

Home Info Press Releases Press Releases The BLM manages about 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

BLM Temporarily Closes Rim Campground near Casper

The Bureau of Land Management has closed Rim Campground in Natrona County effective July 15, 2026, until further notice. The closure is a precautionary measure in response to increased bear activity in the area, aimed at ensuring public safety. The closure will remain in place until the campground is determined to be safe for public recreation. The Rim Campground facilities are within the Muddy Mountain Environmental Education Area. Nearby Lodgepole Campground remains open at this time. However, if ongoing monitoring shows that bear activity in the area poses a risk to public safety, the campground will also be temporarily closed until conditions are determined to be safe for public use. For any questions, please reach out to the Casper Field Office at (307) 261-7600 or blm_wy_casper_wymail@blm.gov . More information about the Muddy Mountain Environmental Education Area can be found here .