What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of June 6, 2026, the Seven Cabins Fire is burning in the Capitan Mountain Wilderness in Lincoln County, New Mexico, near Capitan Gap Road east of Capitan (1).
The wildfire is located north of Capitan and approximately 25 miles northeast of Ruidoso in the Lincoln National Forest region.
The fire is spreading through dry fuels and rugged terrain within the Peppin Fire burn scar area, creating difficult firefighting conditions.
Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?
The cities and areas affected by the Seven Cabins Fire include:
- Boy Scout Mountain
- Capitan Mountain Wilderness
- Copeland Canyon
- Encinoso
- Gap Road
- Lincoln
- Pine Lodge area
- Ruidoso
- State Highway 246 corridor
What is the current containment status of the wildfire?
As of June 6, 2026, the Seven Cabins Fire has burned approximately 31,870 acres and remains 71% contained.
Fire crews are using both direct and indirect suppression strategies to slow the fire’s spread, particularly south of Highway 246 and around the Pine Lodge area.
More than 200 personnel, along with helicopters, engines, dozers, and water tenders, are assigned to the incident. Strong winds, low humidity, and extremely dry fuels continue to create critical fire weather conditions that may contribute to additional fire growth (2).
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
All evacuation orders and alerts associated with the Seven Cabins Fire have been lifted following improved fire conditions and coordination between the Southwest Area Incident Management Team 2 and the Lincoln County Office of Emergency Services.
Forest closure orders around the Capitan Mountains Wilderness Area and temporary flight restrictions supporting firefighting aircraft operations remain in effect. Residents and visitors are advised to continue following instructions from local authorities and avoid closed areas while firefighting and rehabilitation efforts continue.
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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
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- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of June 6, 2026, this fire is 71% contained.
