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Be it your first trip into the Sierra or your daily lifestyle; we find that finding a new place to explore is always right around the corner.
Sierra Rec magazine encourages readers to be active in the Sierra. Discover a new favorite activity, explore further on the trials, and volunteer where you like to play most.
Latest Activity Reviews and News
Palisades Tahoe Introduces Reservation-Based Parking for the 2023/24 Winter Season
Free & Paid Parking reservations will be required for all vehicles on weekends and holidays before 1 p.m. Olympic Valley,...
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Inyo National Forest lifts fire restrictions Friday, September 29
BISHOP, Calif., September 26, 2023 — Inyo National Forest fire management staff is lifting Stage I fire restrictions starting this Friday,...
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3 Electronics To Bring With You While Camping
You’ll bring numerous supplies with you on a camping trip, and a few electronics will help you stay safe during...
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Fall Travel and Hiking Guide for the Sierra
A Beginners Guide to Explore the Sierra in the Fall Season As autumn leaves change color and temperatures begin to...
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Pre-Solicitation Starts for Plumas NF Recreation Concession
QUINCY, CA — On Friday, September 1, the Plumas National Forest issued a pre-solicitation to inform businesses and organizations of...
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Bear experts offer tips, best practices for late-season camping trips to the Tahoe Basin
Keep Tahoe bears wild! LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., Sep. 1, 2023 – Headed to the Tahoe Basin for one last summer camping trip? Black bear biologists...
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Heavenly, Northstar and Kirkwood Announce Winter Opening Dates 2023
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: VAIL RESORTS ANNOUNCES 2023/24 WINTER OPENING DATE PLANS AT ITS LARGEST RESORTS Lake Tahoe Ca, August 19....
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How to Pack for Your First RV Trip
So, you're finally taking your first RV trip. RVing is a great way to see the country and experience the...
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Backpacking the West Walker River Basin in Hoover Wilderness
A Three Day Backpacking trip from the Leavitt Meadow Trailhead into Hoover Wilderness In my 15 years living in the...
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Experience the Alta Trail in Sequoia National Park
A Day Hike Experience in the Giant forest of Sequoia including the Largest Trees in the Park Sequoia National Park: Our...
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Discovering Emigrant Lake Mokelumne Wilderness in 2023
Mokelumne Wilderness - 2023- The Caples Lake Recreation area near Kirkwood Resort off Highway 88 is one of my go-to...
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Capital to Tahoe Single Track Trail in Carson City Officially Open
Carson City and Muscle Powered along with Mayor Bidwell Officially Opened Trail on Saturday. There is now a new Single...
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More Recreation Sites Opening at Little Grass Valley Reservoir
Plumas National Forest Opens More Campgrounds QUINCY, CA — For those planning to recreate on the Plumas National Forest this...
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Free Fishing Day in California Saturday
California - June 30, 2023 - AS you head into your Fourth of July weekend this summer dont forget to...
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Forest Service encourages responsible recreation July 4 at Lake Tahoe
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., June 27, 2023 – The Fourth of July holiday is next week and marks one of the...
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Caples Lake Boat Launch Opens After Extended Winter Closure
EID's Highway 88/Project 184 recreation facilities update: Caples Lake boat launch and auxiliary dam now OPEN. Silver Lake boat launch,...
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D.L. Bliss State Park Closed for Summer 2023
D.L. Bliss State Park Closed for Summer 2023 For Replacement of Waterline SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.— California State Parks is reminding...
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The Road to Bagley Valley
Man stands and views Carson Iceberg Wilderness. Photo Credit Brandon Pankey
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Inyo National Forest officials urge backup plans this Memorial Day Weekend
BISHOP, Calif., May 25, 2023 — As we head into Memorial Day weekend after a long winter season, the Inyo...
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Exploring Desolation Wilderness: A Guide to Obtaining Permits for Your Next Adventure
Ropi Lake Desolation Wilderness by Charlie Pankey
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DYRT 2023 Glampy Awards Lists Alabama Hills and Whitney Portal as Best places to Camp in West
The Dyrt Announces the 2023 Best Places to Camp Regional Awards PORTLAND, Ore., May 16, 2023 /OUTDOOR SPORTSWIRE/ – The Dyrt,...
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NADEAU CAPITALIZES ON BED FISH TO WIN APEX PRO TOUR ON LAKE ALMANOR
Winner of Apex Pro Bass Tour in Lake Almanor Comes From Outside the Top five on Day 3 for the...
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Day 1 of Apex Pro Tour in Lake Almanor was Rocking
BUSY MORNING PUTS HELLESEN ATOP APEX PRO TOUR ON LAKE ALMANOR PLUMAS PINES, Calif. - May 12,2023— Scott Hellesen wasted...
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American Perimeter Trail Launches First Interactive Map
14,000 Mile Loop Trail Circumnavigates the Continental U.S. Trail News - May 9, 2023 - The American Perimeter trail association...
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Michael Bray Takes over as Tournament director at Wild West Bass Pro tour
New KPT and Kayak Series Tournament Director Michael Bray California - May 8, 2023 - Press release - We are...
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Van Sickle Bi-State Park Facilities to Open May 15 for the Season
South Lake Tahoe, Calif.―Gates and facilities at Van Sickle Bi-State Park will open for the season on May 15, announced...
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Guided Nature Walks on The Arnold Rim Trail
Saturday May 6th: Arnold Rim Trail Natural History & Sunday May 7th: Get to Know Your Conifers Arnold California - May 5,...
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Forest Service anticipates delayed spring openings at Lake Tahoe
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif., May 3, 2023 – Spring conditions in the Lake Tahoe Basin have finally arrived, but our epic winter...
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Lake Almanor Hosts Pro Bass Tour
Bass Tourney is Back at lake Almanor May 11-13 Lake Almanor Ca, April 25, 2023 - The Wild West Apex...
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