Schrader Creek Fire, Colorado
The Schrader Creek Fire was a wildfire in Colorado, United States. The last recorded size was approximately 10 acres (4 hectares) under a Uncontained classification.
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Timeline, Map & Situation
Timeline
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Size reported at approximately 10 acres (4.0 ha)
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Size reported at approximately 9 acres (3.6 ha)
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Size reported at approximately 15 acres (6.1 ha)
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Status: Uncontained
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Fire discovery / ignition reported
Map
37.5573, -106.5410
Current Situation
The Schrader Creek Fire was a wildfire in Colorado, United States. The last recorded size was approximately 10 acres (4 hectares) under a Uncontained classification.
Provincial or federal feeds last reported on this fire 3 days ago.
Nearby communities include Del Norte (21.3 km NE), Monte Vista (34.7 km E), Center (43.8 km NE), Creede (46.9 km NW).
Smoke layers do not currently show a clear plume at the fire site. Several additional active wildfires are located within 97 km.
Growth Trend
Agency-reported size for Schrader Creek Fire, Colorado · 4 samples. Hover a point for exact size.
Operations
Environment
Current Conditions
Current Conditions
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Smoke
Layer analysis: Regional PM2.5 forecast haze is active on the live map; point density at this fire is not classified from plume polygons.
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Nearby & Resources
Nearby Fires
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No full road closures reported within about 25 mi right now.
Nearby Communities
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Del Norte
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Monte Vista
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Center
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Creede
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Insight
Why This Fire Matters
- One of the 10 largest active fires in Colorado (currently ranked #9 among tracked incidents in this area).
- Located within 16 mi of nearby communities (closest: Del Norte at 13 mi).
- Natural ignition.
- Fire has remained active for 11 days.
Technical Incident Details
| Fire Name | Schrader Creek |
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| Agency Fire ID | 2026-CORGF-001362 |
| Country | United States |
| Province / State | Colorado |
| Location | Rio Grande |
| Latitude | 37.55734 |
| Longitude | -106.54101 |
| Last Updated | Jul 27, 2026, 1:25 PM PDT |
| Current Status | Uncontained |
| Tracking | Archive — no longer in live feed |
| Acres Burned | 10 ac |
| Containment % | — |
| Cause | Natural |
| Complexity | Type 4 Incident |
| Nearby towns | Del Norte (13 mi NE), Monte Vista (22 mi E), Center (27 mi NE), Creede (29 mi NW) |
| Discovery Date | Jul 19, 2026, 12:04 PM PDT |
| Fire Type | OUT |
| Data Source | nifc-wfigs |
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the current size of this fire?
The last recorded size of the Schrader Creek Fire was approximately 10 acres (4 hectares).
Where is this fire located?
The Schrader Creek Fire is located in Colorado, United States at approximately 37.5573, -106.5410. Nearby towns include Del Norte (21.3 km NE), Monte Vista (34.7 km E), Center (43.8 km NE), Creede (46.9 km NW).
Is this fire contained?
Agencies classify this fire as Uncontained. A numeric containment percentage is not available in the current feed.
When was it discovered?
Discovery (or first listed date) is recorded as 2026-07-19.
Is smoke affecting nearby communities?
No smoke plume is currently mapped near this fire in the smoke analysis layer.
What towns are near this fire?
Nearby settlements include Del Norte (13 mi NE), Monte Vista (22 mi E), Center (27 mi NE), Creede (29 mi NW).
How many nearby fires are active?
There are 8 other active wildfires nearby.
What are current weather conditions?
Weather observations are unavailable for this location right now.
Is this fire still actively tracked?
This fire is no longer in the live active feed (last update 3 days ago).