Wildfire in Utah Threatens Ski Resort
25th June 2026
A human-caused wildfire is raging in parts of central Utah. Eagle Point Ski Resort and surrounding areas are threatened. NEW
The Cottonwood Fire began in Cottonwood Campground off State Route 153 in the Fishlake National Forest.
By Wednesday it had burned over 56,613 acres and remained zero percent contained.
The blaze has led to power outages, road closures, and mandatory evacuation.
PHOTOS: The Cottonwood Fire nearly doubled in size to nearly 60,000 acres and burned several structures at Eagle Point Resort.
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The cause of the blaze is under investigation, but fire officials have said it was ‘human caused’.
Eagle Point Resort is in the Tushar mountains.
The ski area opened in the 1970s and has 650 acres of terrain, with 43 runs served by five lifts.
Eagle Point piste map. Image c/o Eagle Point.
“The safety of our guests, homeowners, employees, and community remains our highest priority,” wrote the resort in a press release.
“Eagle Point Resort has fully complied with evacuation orders and is working closely with emergency management officials and responding agencies as the situation continues to evolve.”
Guests with upcoming reservations were encouraged to contact the resort regarding rescheduling or cancelling.
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“We are incredibly grateful for the dedication and bravery of the men and women on the front lines of this emergency,” said Eagle Point owner Shane Gadbaw.
“Their efforts are making a tremendous difference, and our thoughts remain with everyone affected by the fire.”
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