Plumas National Forest to Open Historic Crocker Guard Station For Rental Aug. 1, 2016

Plumas National Forest adds Historic Facility to Recreational Opportunities List QUINCY, California – July 27, 2016 – The historic Crocker Guard Station will open to the public as a recreation rental on August 1, 2016. Located near the Lake Davis Recreation Area on the east side of the Plumas National Forest, this one-of-a-kind venue provides a … Read more

Inyo National Forest, Bishop Field Office Announces Fire Restrictions

Fourth Of July Weekend Has increased Fire Restrictions Because of Hot Dry Conditions Bishop Ca, June 30, 2016 – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Bishop Field Office and the Inyo National Forest are implementing fire restrictions. The restrictions are in effect on all BLM public lands managed by the Bishop Field Office and Inyo … Read more

Public Notice: Fallen Leaf Campground to Close June 27 for Pesticide Treatment

Fallen Leaf Campground to close briefly for pesticide treatments SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. – As a public safety precaution, the U.S. Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, under direction from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), will temporarily close Fallen Leaf Campground next week to allow county and state public health and vector … Read more

Memorial Day Weekend Bear Awareness Reminder for Campers and Visitors

a bear is walking through a stream

Bears Are Very Active Currently in the Sierra Meaning Increased Importance to Practice Proper Food Storage While Camping and Visting Memorial Day Weekend LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev.  – With the busy summer season quickly approaching, agencies are asking residents and visitors to practice proper food storage and trash disposal when living in or visiting bear country.There are an … Read more

California State Parks Provides Free Memorial Day Admission for Veterans, Active and Reserve Military Personnel

Multiple Sierra Based California State Parks Take Part in Honoring Our Veterans, Active and Reserve Military Personnel SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California State Parks invites veterans, active and reserve military personnel to spend this year’s Memorial Day at one of 142 participating state parks offering free admission. Begun in 1868, Memorial Day is a day to reflect … Read more

Summer Preparation Begins For Popular Lake Basin and Reds Meadow Recreational Areas

Rainbow Falls Devils Postpile

Work to Begin to Open Lakes Basin and Reds Meadow Roads The Inyo National Forest, in cooperation with the Town of Mammoth Lakes and Cal Trans, is beginning work to open the Lakes Basin and Reds Meadow roads. These areas are popular recreation destination for visitors and locals alike and provides access to the Devils … Read more

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks Lift Fire Restrictions

Recent Rains and Cooler Weather bring Recreational relief to campers in Sequoia and Kings Canyon SEQUOIA AND KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS, Calif. October 20, 2015 –Effective at 8:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 20, 2015, Sequoia &Kings Canyon National Parks are lifting fire restrictions inside the parks. Recent rains, as well as shorter and cooler days have … Read more

Plumas National Forest Adds Camping Opportunities in Little Grass Valley

Little Grass Valley reservoir campsites available for reservation Release Date: Jun 26, 2015 Visitors now have more opportunities to reserve their favorite campsites at Little Grass Valley reservoir located just outside LaPorte, CA within the Plumas National Forest . Little Beaver campground sites in loops A & B may now be reserved by visiting www.recreation.gov or by … Read more

Grovers Hot Spring State Park delivers great day trip hiking experience in Alpine County

Grover Hotsprings waterfall Trail

Hiking and Hot Springs: A Day Trip to Grover Hot Springs State Park In the eastern Sierra Nevada, Grover Hot Springs State Park offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, and geothermal wonder. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a casual adventurer seeking relaxation, the park near Markleville, California, has something for everyone. … Read more