La Grande Parks and Recreation announced on Aug. 10, 2026, that Morgan Lake was closed due to extreme fire danger. The closure went into effect immediately and remains in effect indefinitely. (The Observer/File)LA GRANDE — Morgan Lake is closed due to extreme fire danger. La Grande Parks and Recreation Department announced the closure on Monday, Aug. 10, which went into effect immediately. Morgan Lake is typically open from April 22 through Oct. 31.