Alabama Hills Camping Guide: Know Before You Go for the Best Experience

Camping in Alabama Hills Eastern Sierra

Tips for Fall Camping in Alabama Hills – Free Permit Required Starting Oct 1, 2024 The Alabama Hills are a camping paradise, known for their rugged rock formations and stunning views of Mt. Whitney and the Sierra Nevada. Located just outside Lone Pine, California, the area attracts campers, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts, especially in the … Read more

Tahoe Regional Planning Agency Announces Best in Basin Award Winners

Meadow Restoration Lake Tahoe

Lake Tahoe, Stateline, Nev. — The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) Governing Board recently announced the winners of the prestigious Best in Basin awards , recognizing nine exemplary projects that have made significant contributions to environmental design and stewardship in the Lake Tahoe region. This annual recognition highlights the importance of collaboration in preserving the … Read more

Reno Air Racing Association and Blue Angels honor Reno hero with jet ride

Murphy Galloway

Murphy Galloway from Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada selected for exclusive ride with member of the Blue Angels ahead of Reno Air Show Reno, Nev. – The Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) is honored to announce local hero Murphy Galloway, program manager at Girl Scouts of the Sierra Nevada (GSSN), was selected for a … Read more

Three of California’s Most Stunning Natural Wedding Locations

Wedding photo Yosemite

The venue where you tie the knot holds a special significance. It’s the place that sets the scene for a day of celebration, where you come together with all of your collective friends and family and start your life together as a married couple. As such, you want to find something special. Fortunately, California is … Read more

Temporary Closures Near Shady Rest Park in Mammoth Lakes

Knolls Loop Trail detour map

Geothermal Pipeline Maintenance to Impact Roads and Trails Near Shady Rest Park in Mammoth Lakes MAMMOTH LAKES, Calif. — Beginning September 30, 2024, essential geothermal pipeline maintenance will cause temporary road and trail closures near Shady Rest Park in Mammoth Lakes, impacting popular routes such as Sawmill Road, Highway 203, and the Knolls Loop Trail. … Read more

Forest Service Reaches Decision on Basin Wide Trails Analysis

Family Mtn Biking Forest

Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project in Lake Tahoe: What It Means for Trail Enthusiasts and E-Bike usage SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — In exciting news for outdoor enthusiasts and trail lovers, the USDA Forest Service’s Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) has released the final Environmental Assessment (EA) and Draft Decision Notice (DN) for the … Read more

Tahoe Basin Pauses Christmas Tree Permit Program for 2024:

Christmas tree permit

Tahoe Basin Pauses Christmas Tree Permit Program for 2024: A New Chapter in Forest Management and Holiday Traditions For many families living in or visiting the Lake Tahoe Basin, venturing out to cut their own Christmas tree has been a cherished tradition. The annual Christmas Tree Permit Program, run by the USDA Forest Service Lake … Read more

BAM Pro Trail Returns to Oroville for Final Pro Stop Before Championship

Bass fisherman showing catch

The BAM Pro Tour is heading back to the Sierra foothills, with anglers set to compete at the Thermalito Afterbay in Oroville, California, this weekend. This marks the final stop on the pro circuit before the much-anticipated 2024 Tournament of Champions (TOC), making it a crucial event for competitors seeking to secure their spot in … Read more

Roads and Trails to Inyo Craters Temporarily Closing for Hazard Tree Removal 

dead trees

BISHOP, Calif., September 19, 2024 – To ensure public safety Inyo National Forest officials are temporarily closing the entry roads, trails, and facilities at the Inyo Craters site, located on the Mammoth Ranger District starting September 24th. A 100-foot buffer area along each side of Inyo Craters Trails, Inyo Craters Road (3S30), Dry Creek Road (3S22), … Read more

TRPA and Partners Remove Illegal Moorings in Lake Tahoe

Boat lake tahoe

Lake Tahoe, CA/NV – The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) partnered with the California State Lands Commission this summer to begin removing illegally placed concrete mooring blocks and attached buoys from the bottom of Lake Tahoe. The removal of three boat anchoring blocks on the lake’s West Shore in August was the first such removal under … Read more

Backpacking Yosemite: Epic Journey from Tuolumne Meadows to Yosemite Valley

In this episode of Sierra Rec Now, I walk you through our incredible backpacking trip from Tuolumne Meadows to Yosemite Valley via Vogelsang Pass. With each day’s highlights, I’ll share insider tips on the best spots to camp, scenic viewpoints, and the most rewarding trail sections. This journey takes us through Yosemite’s pristine lakes, including … Read more

Exploring the Outdoors with Friends

Guys hiking on rock

Discovering the Power of Community with Outdoor Pal The outdoor community is a vibrant and passionate group of individuals who share a love for adventure, nature, and exploration. In today’s world, where technology often pulls us indoors, it’s more important than ever to find ways to connect with like-minded individuals who share our enthusiasm for … Read more

Saddle Up for the Douglas County Rodeo

Barrel Racer

A Weekend of Thrills, Music, and Family Fun In The Carson Valley September in the Sierra is packed with unforgettable events, this week families have choices of Reno Balloon festival, the International Camel & Ostrich Races in Virginia City, plus the fun continues just down the road at the Douglas County Rodeo . Set against … Read more

Family Fun The International Camel & Ostrich Races in Virginia City

Ostrich in Virginia City

As September takes shape in the Reno-Tahoe region, the excitement builds with a series of must-see events. After the awe-inspiring Reno Balloon Races, the fun continues with one of the Sierra’s most beloved fall family traditions. Families in Northern Nevada and the Reno-Tahoe area are in for a real treat as the 65th International Camel … Read more