Encompassing approximately 1.3 million acres, Sierra National Forest is a treasure trove of natural wonders. For outdoor recreation enthusiasts, the Sierra National Forest offers a wide range of activities. Hiking and backpacking opportunities abound, with an extensive network of trails that meander through picturesque meadows, tranquil lakes, and pristine wilderness areas.
Few experiences in the Sierra Nevada are as powerful as stumbling across an old cabin tucked into the forest and wondering who built it, who lived there, and what life looked like in these mountains long before modern trails and recreation. This summer, outdoor enthusiasts have a rare opportunity to do more than simply admire … Read more
There’s something special about the old cabins hidden throughout the Sierra Nevada. The hand-hewn logs. The stories buried in the walls. The reminder that generations before us survived in places many of us now only visit for adventure. This summer, volunteers have a chance to help preserve one of the Sierra’s oldest surviving log structures. … Read more
Ranking and Unveiling The Sierra Nevada National Forest Lands Sierra Nevada – California’s National Forests are a treasure trove of natural beauty, offering an escape into serene wilderness and abundant recreational opportunities. From towering trees to picturesque lakes, these eleven national forests in the Sierra Nevada region provide a breathtaking backdrop for outdoor enthusiasts and … Read more
Get into Forest Mode this week and join the fun! Sierra Nevada – July 10, 2023 – With Ten National Forest Managed territories in the Sierra Nevada Region, life in the the Sierra begins and Ends with national forest recreation. From fire management, to recreational support National forests play a vital role in who we … Read more
Inyo National Forest is Open for all Recreation but still has Fire restrictions Sierra Nevada. Ca – September 16, 2021 – The USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region will end the regional closure order affecting National Forests in California at 11:59 pm on Wednesday, Sept. 15, two days prior to the original end date of … Read more
Public Notice from Sierra National Forest of Dangerous Algal Bloom Mariposa, CA, July 16 2021- – The California Department of Fish and Wildlife(CDFW) conducted a water test along the Merced River near Hites Cove as part of the wadeable streams assessment and results show a high concentration of algae bloom. The Sierra National Forest (SNF) … Read more
Now 49 Days Old The Creek Fire Is 60% Contained And Has Burned 357,656 To Date. Mammoth Lakes Air quality still in dangerous stages but poses no threat to Mammoth Lakes or Devil’s Postpile October 23, 2020 Update: Current Situation: The Creek fire continues to burn in the Ansel Adams Wilderness and produce large amounts … Read more
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – August 9, 2019, marks the 75th birthday of our beloved icon, Smokey Bear. The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit, in coordination with our partners at Great Basin Institute and Heavenly Mountain Resort, will host two events in celebration of Smokey’s 75th birthday. A birthday celebration will be held at 1 … Read more
BLM Mother Lode Field Office initiates seasonal fire restrictions EL DORADO HILLS, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management Mother Lode Field Office is initiating fire restrictions on BLM-managed public lands in Amador, Calaveras, Colusa, El Dorado, Mariposa, Merced, Nevada, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tuolumne and Yuba counties, effective June 14, due to wildland … Read more
Bass Lake, Calif., May 06, 2019 – The 5th Annual Yosemite Half Marathon, a race centered around breathtaking Vistas on Forest Service and National Park lands, will be taking place May 10-11, 2019 on the Sierra National Forest’s Bass Lake Ranger District. Starting with a race expo on Friday May 10, 2019 at Recreation Point, runners … Read more
