Eldorado National Forest Reminds Everyone of Fire Safety this Memorial Day Weekend along with several Recreational Openings. May 27, 2021 – Memorial Weekend kicks off the busy summer recreation season for the Eldorado National Forest. Crews have been busy getting recreation sites prepared for the public to enjoy. Not all facilities are typically open by … Read more
New Fee’s being implemented in some recreational hot spots. Bayview Trailhead now has a $10 Parking Day Use Fee. SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., May 26, 2021 – The majority of National Forest recreation sites around the Tahoe Basin are now open and the 2021 season promises to be a busy one for Tahoe Recreation, the new concessionaire … Read more
Public Notice or Popular Trail Closure – Feather Falls Area Closed Oroville, CA May 28, 2021— Extensive fire damage to facilities on Plumas National Forestland in the Feather Falls, CA area will take a minimum of several years to repair. Facilitiesneeding to be reconstructed, including the Feather Falls Trail, Campground, and Overlook, willremain closed in … Read more
Bishop, Calif. May 27, 2021. — This Monday, Memorial Day, as we honor all the heroes who gave their lives in military service to this nation, the Inyo National Forest would also like to remind all visitors to plan ahead before visiting. Please recreate responsibly, including packing out your trash, use good social distancing when in crowded areas, and only … Read more
May 27, 2021 – Just in time for Memorial day weekend, Eldorado irrigation District EID, has opened several feature recreational sites including the Caple Lake and Silver Lake boat ramps off HWY 88 and Carson Pass. EID’s Recreation division wants everyone to have fun while enjoying the outdoors this summer season. Don’t ruin the fun: … Read more
Public Urged to Recreate Responsibly During Busy Holiday Weekend SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks is honoring the service of veterans, active and reserve military members, by offering them free admission to participating parks on Memorial Day – Monday, May 31, 2021. A total of 134 park units will be honoring the free admission this year, including state … Read more
Maintaining your yard is fun and all until it becomes a tedious task you have to commit to on the regular. Yard work is a demanding chore that requires a lot of upkeep. You leave your home for a few weeks, and you’re going home to a mini jungle and judgmental looks from neighbors. Does … Read more
Public Notice , May 2021 – The Inyo National Forest and Bureau of Land Management Bishop Field Office are implementing (Stage 1) fire restrictions effective on all Federal lands under their jurisdiction. This decision is based on very high fire danger, drought conditions coupled with extremely dry vegetation, an increase in human caused wildfires and the availability … Read more
Tioga Road Update Tioga Road (the continuation of Highway 120 through the park) will tentatively open to all vehicles on Thursday, May 27, at 8 am, weather and conditions permitting. Please protect wildlife by obeying speed limits. Updated: The full length of the road will be open to bicycles May 23–25, conditions permitting. Important things to know: A … Read more
TRAFFIC ADVISORY – MOUNTAIN PASS CLOSURES -STATE ROUTE 4/EBBETTS PASS AND ROUTE 108/SONORA PASS STOCKTON – The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) closed State Route 108/Sonora Pass and State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass at about noon on Thursday, May 20, 2021, due to an approaching storm that is expected to linger into the weekend.There is no … Read more
Off-road camping can be a lot of fun until someone forgets the bug spray or snacks. Try these simple tips to have a fantastic off-road camping experience.
Driver visibility is imperative to road safety. Discover how you can improve your Jeep’s visibility on the road to protect yourself and others while driving.
Tahoe National Forest – With the expected explosion of camping and recreational visitors expected in 2021, we were a little surprised at the Forest Service Order that was served in Tahoe National forest recently. Beginning April of 2021 until April 2024 the Tahoe National forest now prohibits recreationalists from Dispersed camping in the Tahoe National … Read more
Eldorado NF announces facilities upgrades, fee changes & reservations for 2021 recreation season. PLACERVILLE, Calif. – The Eldorado National Forest is busy getting ready for the upcoming visitor season. Exciting upgrades to many developed recreation sites are underway or have been recently completed by our partners Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) and El Dorado Irrigation … Read more
To ensure that your experience on the trials is both safe and enjoyable, read about what to know before going off-roading for the first time here.
The 30-mile Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway will open in its entirety on Monday, May 17th. In the spring, snowstorms can still occur. In the case of accumulating late-season snow, the road can re-close. Be sure to check for current updates on road status.Butte Lake Road is free of snow and remains open to vehicles. … Read more
All visitors planning to overnight on any rock climbing routes in Yosemite National Park will be required to obtain an overnight wilderness climbing permit beginning on May 21, 2021. This pilot program is being implemented to better understand how park visitors use Yosemite’s big walls and to help improve climbing wilderness ethics and reduce negative … Read more
Tent or Hammock? It has become one of the most asked questions for backcountry backpackers and national park visitors over the past 6-7 years. About four years ago, I switched from tent camping to hammock camping and had never looked back. My sleep comfort level is unmatched, and adding a mosquito net to my setup … Read more
In 2018 a small section of the East Walker river basin was transformed from an area where trespassing was routine to a protected well managed day use and overnight camping site along the river basin. Surrounded by canyon walls and shorelines lined with 10 feet tall willow bushes, day user s and campers can find … Read more
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May 4, 2021 – We love this time of year. It is like Christmas Morning for trail hikers each day. Today Mono county posted this great tweet. Leavitt Meadow trail is snow free all the way back to Roosevelt and Lane lakes. And the hwy access is open till the trailhead. Leavit Meadows Trailhead is … Read more
Getting lost during a camping trip is a frightening experience. Luckily, you can take a few actions to help yourself. Read ahead to learn more.
Do you enjoy camping and meeting new people? Would you like to spend the summer enjoying the great outdoors? The Lassen National Forest is looking for volunteers to be seasonal campground hosts. Campground hosts are volunteer staff who receive free camping and, as available, hook-ups at one of the forest’s campgrounds in exchange for welcoming … Read more
DEATH VALLEY, CA – Park rangers recently discovered a large, illegal marijuana grow site in Death Valley National Park. The site of approximately 40 acres was spotted in Jail Canyon, a rarely-visited canyon on the western side of the Panamint Mountains. Jail Canyon is temporarily closed for public safety reasons until park rangers can fully … Read more
SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, California April 20, 2021– The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking public comment on a project to rehabilitate just over 15 miles of Mineral King Road within Sequoia National Park. The existing surface of Mineral King Road is in poor condition, and inadequate drainage along the roadway is causing erosion and … Read more
Plumas National Forest Recreation Sites Opened This Weekend Quincy, Calif., May3, , 2021 – Many Plumas National Forest (PNF) recreation sites in theFrenchman Lake and Lake Davis Recreation Areas opened this last weekend. Visitors shouldexpect lower water levels that could preclude placing boat docks in some locations and limitwhat size boats might be launched.Campgrounds along … Read more
