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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
Snowshoeing Reds Lake Creek in Hope Valley
Alpine County, CA - March 2023 - Spring has officially begun in the Sierra, at least according to the calendar,...
Read moreNORTHSTAR, HEAVENLY, AND KIRKWOOD OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCE WINTER 2022/23 SEASON EXTENSIONS
The three Lake Tahoe-area resorts will extend ski + ride season this year, thanks to near-record setting snow totals. LAKE...
Read more6 Tips for Taking Your Dog on a Weekend Camping Trip
If your dog loves the outdoors, they’ll adore camping with the family! Find out six tips for taking your dog...
Read moreShiffrin Wins 87th World Cup, Becomes Winningest Alpine Skier in History
Exactly 12 years after she began racing on the World Cup, Mikaela Shiffrin of the Stifel U.S. Alpine Ski Team...
Read moreEssentials To Make Your Next Camping Trip More Comfortable
Going on a camping trip is lots of fun, but you need to implement the trip right. Read here to...
Read moreNBC/Peacock Will Air World Cup and World Cup Finals as Shiffrin Chases History
As The Sierra Braces For Another Atmospheric River, Locals will tune in to watch History. The NBC family and InFront’s...
Read moreKammok Launches Ursa™ Sleep System
Kammok Redefining Comfort at Camp. Austin, TX. (March 7, 2023) — Kammok, designer of high-performance outdoor gear, announced the launch...
Read moreInyo National Forest requests proposals for recreation site concessionaires
BISHOP, Calif. March 1, 2023 – Inyo National Forest is requesting proposals for campground concessionaires across 76 developed recreation sites across the...
Read moreMoosejaw Unveils Comfort Camping
Tents, Sleeping Pads, Tables and Chairs for Easy Outdoor Experiences At Value Price Points Arriving at retail February 27th, essential...
Read moreSnowy Slalom Completes Weekend of World Cup Skiing at Palisades Tahoe
From Bib Draw to Close Stifel Palisades World Cup Event A Triumph Success February 26, 2023—The second day of World...
Read moreTwin Lakes Campground Mammoth Recognized as 9th hardest Campground to Reservation
"The Dyrt" Lists 10 Campgrounds across US that Are Hardest to Reserve. Twin Lakes Mammoth comes in at #9 Mammoth...
Read moreBLM to host Central California Resource Advisory Council Meeting
A Business Plan for the South Yuba Campground near Nevada City Review EL DORADO HILLS, Calif. — The Bureau of Land Management Central...
Read moreShed a Pound On Your Next Pack Trip
OSPREY BACKPACKS STRIPPING ANOTHER POUND OFF LIGHTWEIGHT PACKS Sierra REc Magazine - Gear - 2023- That is always the goal,...
Read moreAnnual Maybe Ice Trout Fishing Derby at Lake Davis
Plumas County Ca - February 9, 2023 - The Annual "Maybe Ice" Trout fishing derby will be held Saturday February...
Read moreNew “Catch Us In the Sierra” Podcast Features Sierra Slammers
Mike Rigney, a CO. Owner of Sierra Slammers featured with Winter fishing in the Eastern Sierra advice. Crowley Lake -...
Read moreEssential Equipment for Freshwater Fishermen
Knowing what to take with you when going on a freshwater fishing trip will save you time and energy. Here’s...
Read more5 Tips for Sleeping Better While Camping
Do you have a hard time sleeping while camping? These five tips for better sleep can help you get a...
Read moreRanger Lead Snowshoe Hikes in Lassen Volcanic National Park
Ranger-Led Snowshoe Hikes in Lassen Park Southwest Area Each Weekend in February and March Lassen Volcanic National Park - January...
Read moreSnowshoeing Davis Creek Regional Park
The Views are Spectacular after Short Climbs at Davis Creek Regional Park near Reno Washoe Valley, NV - Davis Creek...
Read moreA Week Of Sunshine in Forecast for the Sierra Nevada.
Blue Bird Skies and Powder Skiing will Return Later This Week to Sierra Nevada Lake Tahoe Ca, January 17, 2022...
Read moreBackpacking Inyo National Forest Trail Quotas
Wilderness Trail Names and Quotas for Inyo National Forest Backpacking in the Sierra Nevada is a remarkable experience. On the...
Read moreBest Winter Camping Spots In Sierra Nevada
Sierra Nevada is home to some of the best winter camping spots in the world. From stunning lakefronts, snow-capped mountains,...
Read moreHistoric Longboard Races Return to the Sierra
The Historic Longboard Racing Revival Series takes place at noon on every third Sunday of January, February, and March. Johnsville...
Read moreMackinaw Fishing in Lake Tahoe
A Winter Morning Adventure to catch a Lake Tahoe Mackinaw Lake Tahoe, NV - December 29, 2022 - Being on...
Read moreEasy Camping Meals You’ll Actually Want to Make
Are you looking for easy camping meals that will make your outdoor trips more enjoyable? Well, with the right ingredients...
Read moreSafety Precautions To Remember When Camping
Safety is key to a fun camping trip. Remembering the standard safety precautions for camping guarantees protection and a good...
Read moreLassen Volcanic to Offer Online Backcountry Permit System
MINERAL, Calif. – Backcountry campers visiting Lassen Volcanic National Park will be able to plan trips and obtain backcountry permits online...
Read moreSnowshoeing Ed Z’berg Sugar Pine State Park in Lake Tahoe
An Afternoon Snowshoe Adventure on the Trail of Champions Tahoma Ca, - Lake Tahoe- State Parks - The Ed Z'berg...
Read moreThird annual Tahoe Backcountry Safety Awareness Week starts December 12
LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. Dec. 8, 2022 - From athlete panel sessions about backcountry safety to expert talks about snowpack science and...
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