Visiting Sly Park Recreation Area

Jenkinson Lake Sly Park Lake Fishing and Boating Eldorado County

Sly Park Recreation Area- Blue skies have returned and offer opportunities for beautiful recreation in Sly Park! Visiting the park during a non-holiday weekday provides a peaceful recreation experience. Visiting the park during a non-holiday weekday gives a whole new recreation perspective of this beautiful location. Learn more about the recreation opportunities on Sly Park Recreation … Read more

BLM AND PARTNERS BREAK GROUND ON COTONI-COAST DAIRIES RECREATIONAL TRAILS

SANTA CRUZ, Calif. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Central Coast Field Office and the Santa Cruz Mountains Trail Stewardship (SCMTS) have begun developing the initial 19 miles of multiple-use trails in the Cotoni-Coast Dairies unit of the California Coastal National Monument north of Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz County. “The BLM is excited … Read more

Inyo National Forest Announces Pine Creek Trail Re-opened, Gable Lakes Trail Repairs underway

Bishop Ca, August 2, 2021 – Hikers and Backpackers rejoice today on the Eastern Sierra. Inyo National Forest announced that the Pine Creek trail is re-opening after being closed down on July 21 from damage caused by heavy rains. Update July 22: The damaged trail area was surveyed by trail crews and is passable for … Read more

NEW TAKE CARE TAHOE AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS ROLL OUT ACROSS THE TAHOE REGION

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Programs designed to create new opportunities to educate visitors, encourage environmental stewardship and promote responsible recreation TAHOE CITY, Calif. (June 29, 2021) – Last summer, the Lake Tahoe Basin, Truckee and surrounding mountain communities saw a dramatic increase in visitation as travelers sought out the great outdoors. While the mountains provided a much needed respite, it … Read more

New Multi Use Lily Lake Trail in Lake Tahoe Open

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TAHOE FUND, TAMBA & US FOREST SERVICE CELEBRATE OPENING OF LILY LAKE TRAIL New multi-use trail provides access to Fallen Leaf Lake and Desolation Wilderness for non-motorized users South Lake Tahoe, July 14, 2021 – Tahoe’s newest trail, sure to become one of the region’s most iconic, is now open thanks to nearly 4,000 volunteer … Read more

Day Trip Hike – Tuolumne River in Yosemite National Park

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Hiking from Tuolumne Meadow to Glen Aulin high Camp Charlie Pankey, Sierra Rec Magazine’s intrepid publisher, couldn’t resist the allure of early spring’s siren call to the outdoors. With a twinkle in his eye and a spirit of adventure, he convinced his wife to join him on a trek to witness the majestic Tuolumne Falls … Read more

Forest Service and Nevada Land Trust complete transfer of Bull Wheel parcel to public ownership

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev., March 30, 2021 â€“ The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) and Nevada Land Trust are pleased to announce the completed donation of 18.6 acres of land in Incline Village to the National Forest System. This parcel, known as the Bull Wheel property,provides the missing link needed to connect the … Read more

New Easy Day Use Hiking Trail On Hot Springs Mountain in The Carson Valley

The Carson Valley trail association does a great job in the Carson Valley in developing multiuse trails all around the valley. And i have heard in the past that their is a dream to eventually build a connected network of trails that would loop the valley and connect the Pine nuts with the Easten edge … Read more

National Trail System Grows By Over 1200 miles

Couple Walking on North Kingsbury Trail south Lake Tahoe

Trump Administration Adds 1,275 Miles to the National Trail System BOULDER CITY, Nev. â€” U.S. Secretary of the Interior David L. Bernhardt announced 30 new national recreation trails in 25 states, adding more than 1,275 miles to the National Trails System. Secretary Bernhardt made the announcement from Lake Mead National Recreation Area, where he designated 76 miles … Read more

Inyo National Forest Rescinds Forest Order Opening Monache Meadows Area

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The Inyo National Forest has rescinded Forest Closure 05-04-51-20-17, effective immediately due to diminished fire risk from the SQF Complex (Castle Fire). This opens the Monache Meadows area. As a reminder, the following closures are still in effect: Inyo National Forest within Madera County remains closed. The most common destinations are Reds Meadow Valley and the … Read more

Forest Service Launches Online Map for Designated Recreation Sites in California

California Campground - Near Lassen Volcanic National Park

VALLEJO, Calif. June 12,2020 – The USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region today launched a Geographic Information System (GIS) map that provides the public with updated information on the status of campgrounds, day-use sites, picnic areas, and other designated recreation sites on national forests throughout California. View the GIS map at https://www.fs.fed.us/r5/webmaps/RecreationSiteStatus/. For additional questions on parking, campsites … Read more

North Kingsbury Trailhead Set To Open Thursday in Carson Valley

Couple Walking on North Kingsbury Trail south Lake Tahoe

Carson Valley, NV Sept 2019- The Douglas County Park and Rec Department and Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is inviting the public to the Grand Opening of the new and improved North Kingsbury Trailhead Thursday September 19th at 11 am. The North Kingsbury Trailhead located at 476 Andria Drive, off Kingsbury Grade South Lake Tahoe, … Read more

Arnold Trail Association Announces Guided Hike Schedules 2019

Explore and Enjoy this Ebbetts Pass Scenic Trail With Local Trail Experts The Arnold Trail located off Hwy 4 just west of the Calaveras Big Tree State Park, is great location to explore the Western Sierra Region and experience a full moon sunset hike. The Arnold Trail Association leads several guided experiences each year and … Read more

Yosemite National Park Announces that the 2019 Half Dome Preseason Lottery will Open on Wednesday, March 13, 2019

2019 preseason lottery for Half Dome permits will open at 7:00 am PDT on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. Yosemite National Park, March 7, 2019 – Yosemite National Park announces that the 2019 preseason lottery for Half Dome permits will open at 7:00 am PDT on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. For the latest information on the … Read more

TAHOE RIM TRAIL ASSOCIATION PLANS PCT REROUTE PROJECT NEAR ECHO SUMMIT

IMPROVED USER EXPERIENCE EXPECTED WITH PCT/TRT TAIL REROUTE NEAR ECHO SUMMIT Sierra Rec Magazine- December 7. 2017 – Tahoe Rim Trail / Lake Tahoe – Often when we think about our weekend adventures on the Tahoe Rim Trail we think of the amazing vista views of Lake Tahoe or maybe our favorite backcountry lake to … Read more

Burnside Lake via Charity Valley Trailhead East Near Grover’s Hot Springs

Burnside Lake

Discovering New Trail Experiences For the Family Sierra Rec Magazine – Trail Review by Tom Trelenberg –  This trailhead is accessed off of Hot Springs Road, approximately 3 miles out of Markleeville, CA, about a mile before reaching Grover’s Hot Springs.  The trailhead is outside the state park and adds about 20 minutes (one way) … Read more

An Epic Adventure Awaits in The 20 Lakes Basin Of The Hoover Wilderness

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Crystal Clear Waters Combined With High Alpine Peaks That Will Stop You In Your Tracks Sierra Rec Magazine Adventure Review – September 2017 –  Visiting and Exploring 20 Lakes Basin was so much more than I had expected. Have you ever heard a review of a location and it just didn’t do it for you, so … Read more

Three Days in the Hoover Wilderness- A great beginners backpack trip out of Leavitt Meadow

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Hoover Wilderness Backpacking From Leavitt Meadow Sonora Pass – Leavitt Meadow Ca, – Sonora Pass is known for its rugged steep drive over the Sierra. The vista-view points, access to the PCT  and various backcountry lakes and hikes.  However, for a true experience of Sonora pass a backpacking trip into the Hoover Wilderness provides an … Read more

Hire A Pack Guide Out Of Leavitt's Meadow And Enjoy The Backcountry

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Leavitt Meadow Pack Station Provides Quality Trip into Hoover Wilderness for Visitors and Guests Leavitt’s Meadow, Sonora Pass Ca –  So does hiking 12 miles round trip seems a bit excessive to you?  How about riding a horse and enjoying the backcountry all the same? Plus the Pack Horse can carry all you favorite items, fishing … Read more

Ready to Explore the High Sierra Camps of Yosemite?

Tunnel View view of the Yosemite Valley from the tunnel entrance to the Valley

Yosemite National Park – Every year the Sierra High Country provides visitors and explorers in Yosemite some of the most memorable moments. In 2015, Yosemite has already upped the anty a bit with the reintroduction of the Big Horn Sheep and the exclusive chance of catching a peak is sure to drive hikers in to … Read more

Carson Valley Trail Map for The New Pinyon Trail

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Carson Valley Trail Hikes The Carson Valley Trails Association has released the Map for the New Pinyon Trail South of Gardnerville off Muller Parkway and PineNut RD 2. The Pinyon Trail is a 5-mile round-trip hike located about 7 miles east of Gardnerville. This trail is open to hikers, equestrians, mountain bikers and dogs. This … 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

Best Places to Hike the PCT in Central Sierra Mountains

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PCT Segment Hikes near Lake Tahoe Exploring the PCT (Pacific Crest Trail) is bound to become even more popular as the general public falls in love with the ideas and scenes in the New movie ” Wild”.For many who call Sierra’s home the PCT trail is still something of a myth/ legend. So close to … Read more