Closures set to begin as logging resumes near Bogus Basin

Temporary closures will be in place as logging efforts resume near Bogus Basin starting April 13.

The U.S. Forest Service announced that the Deer Point Forest Stewardship Project, located about 1 mile south of Bogus Basin, will resume its second season of logging and forest restoration work.

The project is aimed at reducing wildfire risk and addressing insect and disease concerns along the Boise Foothills.

To ensure public safety, starting at mile marker 12, Bogus Basin Road will be closed to all vehicle, bicycle and pedestrian traffic. The closures will be in place Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m…

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