HINES — The Malheur National Forest has closed a trail on the Emigrant Creek Ranger District because of a fire in the area.

To protect public health and safety, fire managers have closed the Craft Cabin Trail (Trail 319) due to fire activity and fire suppression operations. This closure will be effective through Dec. 31, unless rescinded sooner.

A detailed map of the closure is available at the Malheur National Forest website and offices.

For additional information about the Malheur National Forest, visit www.fs.usda.gov/malheur.