Glacier Point Road in Yosemite Set To Open Friday April 30, 2021

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The Second Wave of Summer reservations Opened today for July 1 – 31 Glacier Point Road Glacier Point Road will open to all traffic on Friday, April 30 at 8 am. The full road is currently open to cyclists. Cyclists should watch for heavy equipment traveling to the closed portion of the road for plowing, … Read more

Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Announces Projects Funded by Great American Outdoors Act

Sparks, NV, April 26, 2021 – Six projects in 2021 on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest have been funded as part of the Great American Outdoors Act. These projects will improve visitor experience by reducing deferred maintenance backlogs and enhancing aging recreational infrastructure. The Forest received over $1.5 million for the following projects selected for this first … Read more

South Tufa boardwalk Mono Lake closed this week for rehab work

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BISHOP, CA April 26, 2021 — Mono Basin Volunteers will be assisting the Inyo National Forest and California State Parks in replacing the lower section of the South Tufa boardwalk at Mono Lake this week.   “While this reconstruction work is occurring, we ask that visitors keep off the boardwalk,” stated Mono Lake Acting District Ranger … Read more

Right On trek Made To Order Backing Meals Revolutionize Backpack Meal Prep

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From Your initial order to your daily calorie needs Right On trek is changing the game in Backpacking food prep forever. Spring 2021 Gear Review – A new backpacking meal prep and delivery service is looking to change the game forever in backpacking meal prep, healthy meal options and concierge services. Right On Trek made … Read more

Perks of a Full-Face Helmet

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Extreme sports are finding their way into every part of the world, and nowhere more so than the natural world. From mountain biking to snowboarding, there’s a greater need to suit up and protect yourself while enjoying those sports’ assorted thrills and chills. But don’t forget your most important asset—your head. Here’s a list of … Read more

California State Parks Invites Public to Celebrate Earth Day 2021 with Virtual Events

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., – California State Parks invites the public to commemorate Earth Day 2021 by participating in one or several virtual events being held on April 22 from across the State Park System. April 22 marks the 51st anniversary of the first Earth Day, which is credited with launching the modern environmental movement, and is now … Read more

Hiking Bassi Falls Trail in the Crystal Basin

The Crystal basin is an outdoor lifestyle paradise. Located just east of Sacramento with access off highway 50, boaters, campers, off-roaders, hikers and sight seer’s from the local region flock here all summer long for a little Sierra adventure. On our latest visit we explored the popular Bassi Falls trails for a great spring adventure. … Read more

National Park Week Kickoffs Saturday April 17

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Free National Parks Admission on Saturday across the Nation Saturday April 17th 2021 We kickoff a week long celebration of National Parks. families and visitors an enjoy free admission on Saturday to any national park across the country. Each National Park week has themed days top enhance user experiences in the parks. Saturday April 17th … Read more

Lundy Canyon Campground Now Open

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Mono County has Opened Lundy Canyon Campground for 2021 The Lundy Canyon Campground is now OPEN FOR THE SEASON! Operating under a lease from Southern California Edison, the facilities division of the Mono County Department of Public Works is responsible for the operation and maintenance of this campground since 1961. A daily fee is still at $16.00 … Read more

CALTRANS REOPENS MONITOR PASS 2021

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Light Rain, Snow Meant Crews Could Open Pass Sooner This Spring ALPINE COUNTY – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) reopenedMonitor Pass at State Route 89 at 8 a.m. on Friday, April 9, 2021.Crews removed snow and ice, cleared debris, and made necessary repairs to helpensure the traveling public’s safety.Caltrans crews responsible for the road … Read more

California Traffic Advisory Lake Tahoe

Huge Rockslide on Echo Summit Closes South Lake Tahoe Entrance until Further Notice Traffic Advisory At approximately 5:45AM a rock slide occurred on US-50 at Echo Summit near dry bridge. All lanes are currently blocked. Caltrans is working on opening up Johnson Pass Rd. The estimated time to open the roadway is 4-6 hours. We … Read more

What You Need to Know to Visit Yosemite in Summer 2021

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On May 21, 2021 Yosemite National Park will once again require visitors to the park to have a reservation for entrance. However there are some change in 2021 that are different than in 2020. Here is a run down on what you need to know and understand about your summer Yosemite Visit Plans. 1 – … Read more

New Summer Crowd Controls For Yosemite Start May 21. Reservation Required

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Yosemite National Park to Re-Implement a Day-Use Reservation System Beginning on Friday, May 21, 2021 Yosemite National Park – Beginning Friday, May 21, visitors to Yosemite National Park will need a day-use reservation to enter the park. The temporary day-use reservation system will allow the park to manage visitation levels to reduce risks associated with … Read more

Plumas National Forest Campground Hosts Sought

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Little Grass Valley Reservoir Camp Hosts Needed Quincy, Calif., April 7, 2021 – Volunteer campground hosts are needed for several PlumasNational Forest campgrounds located at Little Grass Valley Reservoir near La Porte, California.The volunteer positions will likely begin in late May/early June and last into September orOctober, depending on the weather. “If you’re enthusiastic about … Read more

Camping Reservations Required for 2021 Summer Season in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. April, 7, 2021 – Preparations are underway to reopen campgrounds in Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks for the 2021 summer season. In 2020, many campgrounds remained closed, or opened with limited capacity, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For the 2021 summer season, campgrounds will require advance reservations through www.recreation.gov , … Read more

Helicopter work scheduled for Gem Lake Dam

BISHOP, CA April 5, 2021— The Inyo National Forest recently approved helicopter use for Southern California Edison’s (SCE) Gem Lake Dam valve replacement project, which will resume in April.  SCE operates the Gem Lake Dam as part of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Hydroelectric Project #1388.  Gem Lake is located west of the June Lake … Read more

National Park Week Celebrating Nation’s Parks and American Heritage April 17- 24 2021

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Celebrate, Recreate Responsibly and Support Our National Parks WASHINGTON – The Department of the Interior announced that National Park Week  – an annual weeklong celebration of America’s national parks – will run from April 17 to April 25. National Park Week encourages the public to explore the vast network of our national parks, sacred sites, and historical … Read more