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 30, 2022. A total of 133 park units will be honoring the free admission this year, including state vehicular recreation areas and the California State Railroad … Read more
Mammoth Ca, May 27, 2022 – As you head into your three day weekend for Memorial Day, Inyo national Forest has issued updates for travel and recreation sites. At this time even with an approaching storm in the Sierra today. All scenic routes south on Lake Tahoe are open. Tioga Pass into Yosemite opened today, … Read more
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., May 27, 2022 – Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember U.S. military personnel who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. It also marks the unofficial start of summer. The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has provided the following helpful links and safety tips to ensure … Read more
Visitors recreating north of Truckee should prepare for mixed conditions this weeken QUINCY, CA — Memorial Day weekend is traditionally the start of the summer recreation season. For those looking for an adventure on the Plumas National Forest this weekend, they are encouraged to be prepared for varied and changing conditions and take measures to … Read more
BISHOP, CA – Inyo National Forest officials are announcing the opening of Lakes Basin Road for the 2022 season tomorrow, Friday May 27 at 2:00 p.m. The Eastern Sierra Transit Authority will also begin public shuttle service in the Lakes Basin the following day (Saturday). Officials are asking that visitors do not arrive at the gate … Read more
Sometimes you want to go for 4×4 off-road camping and say bye to your busy life. But every car is not an off road camper. If you want to go off road camping then a jeep is the best option for you. Because it can easily cope up with the rough roads, sandy hills and … Read more
Taylor Creek Visitor Center will open for the 2022 season on Thursday, June 2 SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., May 24, 2022 – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit and Great Basin Institute are seeking volunteers to support operation and stewardship efforts at the Taylor Creek Visitor Center this summer. Volunteer duties include monitoring trail activity … Read more
Reminder to #RecreateResponsibly During Water Safety Month VALLEJO, Calif. — May 23, 2022. As we prepare to honor the heroes who gave their lives in military service to this nation this Memorial Day weekend, the USDA Forest Service is also preparing for an influx of visitors to national forests. This traditional kickoff of the summer … Read more
Highway 88 Recreation Update: Day-Use Facilities Are Open Alpine County CA – EID has opened its day-use and boat launch facilities at Caples and Silver lakes. Silver Lake West Campground remains closed. Day-Use Fees: Boat Launch $10.00 Picnic/General Parking $5.00 Be sure to check road and weather conditions before traveling. As a reminder, there is … Read more
Manzanita Lake Campground opens today Lassen Volcanic National Park – May 20. 2022 – Lassen Volcanic National Park Highway is now open to vehicles between the Loomis Museum and Devastated Area (10 miles). Manzanita Lake Campground opens today and the Manzanita Lake Area is snow-free. Reservations are highly recommended. First-come, first-served sites may be available … Read more
Tioga Pass Will Open to Vehicle Traffic Friday May 27, 2022 Tioga Road (the continuation of Highway 120 through the park) is scheduled to open to vehicular traffic on Friday, May 27, 2022, at 9 am. A reservation is required to drive into *or through* Yosemite between 6 am and 4 pm through September 30; … Read more
The summer Season officially kicks off today in Yosemite requiring all visitors from 6am till 4pm to have a reservation for entry into the park. Yosemite National Park- May, 20, 2022 – A reservation will be required to drive into or through Yosemite National Park from May 20 through September 30, 2022, for those driving into the … Read more
Numerous Plumas National Forest recreation sites opening QUINCY, CA , May 20, 2020 — Several recreation sites on the Plumas National Forest are opening this weekend, with additional sites opening in the coming weeks as the summer recreation season starts. Opening tomorrow, Friday, May 20, are numerous sites in the Feather River Canyon, Lake Davis … Read more
Division of Boating and Waterways Encourages Outdoor Enthusiasts to Boat Responsibly as 2022 Boating Season Begins SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways is joining boating education professionals across the country in reminding recreational boaters to boat responsibly during National Safe Boating Week (May 21-27) and year-round. Simple actions such as wearing a … Read more
Transportation Into Yosemite National Park on YART is now Open for the Summer of 2022. Yosemite National Park Transportation – May 17, 2022 – Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) is pleased to announce the Summer 2022 schedules are now available for reservation for all YARTS services into Yosemite Valley. The Yosemite National Park entrance … Read more
Yosemite National Park announces the opening season for climbing the Half Dome cables in 2022 Yosemite National Park – May 17, 2022 – Exciting news! The Half Dome cables will be up for the season on Thursday, May 19, 2022. A permit is required to summit Half Dome. Most permits are available via a preseason … Read more
Caltrans Will Open Ebbetts Pass and Sonora Pass on Thursday, May 12, 2022 ALPINE AND TUOLUMNE COUNTIES — Oh, that most wonderful time of year. The Sierra scenic routes are opening! The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will open State Route 4/Ebbetts Pass and Route 108/Sonora Pass at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 12, 2022 … Read more
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. (May 10, 2022) – The Clean Up The Lake Scuba dive team that embarked on an extraordinary effort to recover submerged litter around all 72-miles of Lake Tahoe’s shoreline – that launched on May 14, 2021 – has officially completed the project. In total,the dive team collected 24,797 pieces of litter, … Read more
The proper UTV upkeep is vital when hitting the trails is one of your favorite pastimes. Read here to learn how to prepare your UTV for spring riding.
Crystal Basin Recreation Renovations will focus on Ice House Reservoir Facilities in 2022 PLACERVILLE, Calif. – Recreation facilities at Ice House Reservoir will be a focus this year for the ongoing renovations in the Crystal Basin by the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) and the Eldorado National Forest. Recreation facilities are being upgraded around reservoirs … Read more
When you’re going through joint pain, doing any exercise can be harmful. Instead of struggling on finding which exercise will be better for you, you can choose cycling. This is especially good for those who have knee pain or disease like arthritis. Cycling can help you by burning calories, pumping blood as well as working … Read more
Markleville CA. – Sweet news today from Alpine County. Grovers Hot springs State Park has decided it is safe to open for summer hiking and riding. Grover Hot Springs State Park in Markleeville has announced that the hiking trails and day use picnic area has reopened for the first time since the Tamarack Fire closures. … Read more
Residents, stakeholders invited to participate to improve destination and recreation management LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Lake Tahoe residents, community members and stakeholders interested in the responsible management of tourism and recreation are invited to take part in workshops next month to create a destination stewardship plan that will balance the needs of Lake Tahoe’s environment, businesses, … Read more
Cooking, Refrigeration, Water, and More: Open Ecosystem of Appliances Designed for Efficiency and Self-Reliance CINCINNATI – May 4, 2022 – GoSun (https://gosun.co) creator of solar appliances that help people live with more independence and resilience, today introduces its latest product, the GoSun Grid. Designed to maximize versatility and compatibility and unlike many other offerings, the … Read more
May 4th, 2022- The Inyo National Forest announces that the Silver Lake Boat Launching Facility will remain closed to the public to complete much needed facility improvements. Work on this project began last summer and will continue through this summer. The project is currently under a winter shutdown, with construction work anticipated to resume mid-May. It … Read more
Keep Tahoe Bears Wild! LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., May 4, 2022 – The snow is melting in the Lake Tahoe region and a mild winter has given way to a bustling, early spring for wildlife in the area. Bears have emerged from their dens, are on the move and hungry! In the fall, black bears experienced hyperphagia … Read more
Sierra Rec Magazine is excited to be working with Alpacka Rafts Sierra Rec Magazine – Gear Affiliate Intro – We are excited to share that we are now working with the Alpacka Brand Pack Raft company out of Colorado. Alpacka rafts started producing customized packrafts for backcountry adventure in 2000 out of personal experience and … Read more
More snow than expected on a journey up Lundy Canyon Lee Vining Ca, May 2, 2022 – Spring hikes and waterfall chasing are some of my favorite times in the Sierra. So with a great spring weekend in the forecast for Fishmas in Mono country, i made plans with my hiking buddy Tom to head … Read more
