BISHOP, Calif. — The Bureau of Land Management Bishop Field Office, in coordination with the Inyo National Forest, will be lifting fire restrictions on all Federal lands under their jurisdiction effective Monday, October 31. The terminated fire prevention orders can be found here and here. “Due to cooler fall weather conditions and declining fire danger, we are lifting … Read more
Park grounds remain open year round South Lake Tahoe, Calif.―October 27, 2022―Gates and facilities at Van Sickle Bi-State Park will close for the winter season on November 1, announced the California Tahoe Conservancy. The park grounds remain open all year to pedestrian access. The Conservancy co-manages the 725-acre Van Sickle Bi-State Park with Nevada State … Read more
Eldorado National Forest Moves Christmas Tree Permit Buying to recreation.gov Starting Nov. 10th. PLACERVILLE, Calif. October, 26, 2022 – Christmas tree permits for the Eldorado National Forest will be available to purchase exclusively online through Recreation.gov beginning November 10th at 7:00 AM PST. We expect the permits to sell out quickly. Details about designated cutting areas, dates and … Read more
Lake Tahoe Basin Tree Permits will Be sold In Person Only This Season SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Oct. 26, 2022 –Cutting a Christmas tree offers families a traditional holiday experience and the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is pleased to announce the sale of Christmas tree permits begins Monday, Nov. 14, … Read more
Carson City, NV. – October 22, 2022– As part of the Carson Ranger District’s Hazardous Fuels Reduction Program, the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest will release sheep on Friday, Dec. 21 in the Jacks Valley Wildlife Management Fuels Reduction Project area just south of Jacks Valley Road in Carson City, Nevada. From approximately mid-October through November, the sheep … Read more
Carson City Nevada -October 25, 2022 – The Cool weather swooped in Saturday on the Sierra Nevada. that must mean it is Halloween season. With so many Ghostly stories to tell in our small towns across the Sierra. There may not be a better place to be this week than Carson City. On the Eastern … Read more
What You Need To Know If Planning a PCT long Distance Hike 2023. If you’re hoping to apply for a permit on the day of the first release, you need to register anytime between October 12 at 10:30 AM Pacific Time and November 1 at 5 PM Pacific Time at permit.pcta.org . Unfortunately, you can only apply on … Read more
California Sno-Park Permits season starts November 1st. Today they announced new rate increases. We give you the information and our thoughts on the new fees and overall winter expectations in the Sierra Lake Tahoe region this winter.
SACRAMENTO, Calif.— California State Parks’ Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division today announced a fee increase for California’s SNO-Parks Permit . Effective Nov. 1, 2022, the daily permit is going to increase from $5 to $15 and the season permit from $25 to $40. The fee increase, the first since 2000, will help offset the cost increase … Read more
Campgrounds and some roads opening soon DEATH VALLEY, Calif. – October 18, 2022 – As temperatures cool, Death Valley National Park is opening campgrounds. The National Park Service (NPS) and Caltrans are making progress reopening flood-damaged roads. Free permits will be required for overnight camping along the park’s most popular backcountry roads and trails. Texas … Read more
MINERAL, CA– Fall brings cooler temperatures and seasonal changes to Lassen Volcanic National Park services and facilities. Visitors should be prepared for changing conditions including below freezing nighttime temperatures, limited campsites and visitor services, and temporary effects of fire management activities. Learn more about visiting in fall at go.nps.gov/lavo/fall. Services in the Manzanita Lake Area continue … Read more
Palisades Tahoe Unites Legends This Season with the Base to Base Gondola Lake Tahoe, Ca – October 19, 2022- Unless you are living under a rock you are will aware of the new Gondola Ride that will be offered in 2022-23 ski season at Palisades/ Alpine in Lake Tahoe. With this new innovation and change comes … Read more
Extensive seismic upgrades included in the $31.6 million project will be funded by the Great American Outdoors Act Yosemite National Park News – October 18, 2022- Funded by the Great American Outdoors Act (GAOA), Yosemite National Park was recently awarded an approximately $31.6 million construction contract to upgrade the historic Ahwahnee Hotel. The project includes a major seismic upgrade throughout the … Read more
RV camping on the stunning Sierra Nevada mountain range can be an incredibly rewarding experience. However, it’s important to be prepared for the cost of this type of vacation. In this article, we’ll break down some of the key costs to consider when RV camping on the Sierra. The Cost of Fuel One of the … Read more
There are many reasons why the greatest trip you can go on is a good off-road adventure—and that’s why you should make it your next vacation.
Discover Visalia’s Culture, Food, Arts, and Outdoor Fun Visalia, Calif. (October 11, 2022) Visit Visalia announced an exciting itinerary that celebrates the best fall events in its charming city that pair perfectly with a visit to the nearby national parks. This can’t-miss itinerary allows visitors to experience the best in local food, culture, and adventure while … Read more
The Inyo National Forest and Devils Postpile National Monument announce that Reds Meadow Road at Minaret Vista will be closed for the season on Tuesday, October 11. The roadways within the Lakes Basin and the upper portion of Old Mammoth Road will remain open until weather conditions change. Starting October 1, tree felling began along Reds Meadow Road in preparation for upcoming road construction scheduled to begin in 2023. … Read more
Wrightwood, CA – September 13, 2022: Mountain High Resorts in Wrightwood is eagerly preparing for the 2022/23 season with more than $1 Million in improvements. These include increased snowmaking, new rental equipment, new multi-week development programs, and new resort partners. The Wrightwood resort is ready to open any day after November 1st, weather permitting, and expects … Read more
Sierra Nevada, October 6, 2022 – Fall colors this time of year seems to an addiction to many who live or travel in the region. It would seem that every publication and city tourism guide has there special location for leaf peeping in the local area. Sierra Rec Magazine ins no exception as we tend … Read more
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., Oct. 6, 2022 – The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has begun the annual process of closing recreational facilities around the Lake Tahoe Basin for the winter season. Seasonal closures apply to many National Forest recreation sites including beaches, campgrounds, picnic areas and forest roads. Campgrounds, picnic areas, … Read more
With van life, you get to experience an extraordinary level of freedom—with some unique constraints. Stay healthy with self-care tips for living van life.
AMARGOSA VALLEY, Nevada – Agency biologists are excited to report increased numbers of one of the world’s rarest fishes. Scientists counted 263 Devils Hole pupfish, which is the most they’ve observed in 19 years. This count came on the heels of a magnitude 7.6 earthquake in Mexico that caused 4-foot waves in Devils Hole on … Read more
Ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 5 for new trails in Mammoth BISHOP, Calif. October 4, 2022 – Inyo National Forest and the Town of Mammoth Lakes are happy to announce the official opening of several new trails in the Mammoth Lakes Basin with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday October 5, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. These … Read more
3 Incredibly Satisfyingly Easy & Healthy Grape Recipes (Family Features) If you’re like many Americans who put a priority on well-being, choosing simple yet healthy snacks and ingredients is an easy first step. For example, grapes are a popular and convenient fruit that can also be an ally in wellness, offering an abundance of health … Read more
As our habits change and we become more conscious of the effects transportation emissions have on the environment, the world as we know it is swiftly changing. E-bikes provide people an alternative to gas-guzzling cars, airlines, buses, and trains in the ever-changing world of transportation! An e-bike is more than just two wheels with a … Read more
