The Elk Fire was a wildfire burning near the town of Meeker, Colorado and the community of Buford, Colorado that began on August 2, 2025. As of August 12, the fire burned and is 100% contained.
The fire has destroyed at least 2 homes.
The Elk Fire was first reported on August 2, 2025, at around 12:30 pm MST.
On August 5, 2025, Colorado Governor Jared Polis issued a state of emergency for four wildfires burning in western Colorado, including the Elk Fire.
On August 16, 2025, the fire was reported as fully contained. It burned 14,518 acres.
The cause of the fire is believed to be due to lightning.