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Cleveland National Forest

Fireworks and Explosives are always Prohibited

Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…

Cleveland National Forest

SD River Gorge & Cedar Creek Falls Closure Area

The public is restricted from going into or being upon the San Diego River Gorge/Cedar Creek Falls Closure Area beginning August 4th, 2026 through August 31st, 2026

Cleveland National Forest

Three Sisters Closure Area

The public is prohibited from going into or being upon the Three Sisters Closure Area within the Palomar Ranger District of the Cleveland National Forest. This Order is effective from August 4th, 2026 through August 31st, 2026.

Cleveland National Forest

Dispersed Camping and Stay Limits Prohibition

Camping outside of a Forest Service developed campground is now limited to no more than 14 days in a calendar year. As well as camping inside of a Forest Service developed campground for no more than 14 days in a calendar year.

Cleveland National Forest

Elevated Fire Use Restrictions

Campfire, charcoal fire restrictions. Smoking area restrictions. Welding, or operating an acetylene or other torch with open flame as well as discharging a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun restrictions.

Cleveland National Forest

Proposed changes to recreation fees on the Cleveland National Forest

(San Diego, CA, May 25, 2026) — The Cleveland National Forest is proposing changes to recreation fees at various recreation sites on the forest.The forest offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities including hiking, mountain biking, off-highway vehicle riding, and camping. The proposed…

Cleveland National Forest

Orosco Ridge Closures

Forest Order details the implementation for temporary closures of Orosco Road, Boden Canyon Road, and Santa Ysabel Road to protect arroyo toads and their habitat during sensitive seasonal conditions. These closures will be implemented based on hydrologic and temperature triggers and will remain in…

Cleveland National Forest

Forest Truck Trail and Road Closures

For updated conditions, visit Forest Truck Trail and Road Closures.Contact Information: Cleveland National Forest Supervisor’s Office (phone: 858-673-6180)Forest and road closures change frequently depending on the fire hazard level, weather, and various other unforeseen elements. This page is…

Cleveland National Forest

Prescribed Fires Begin on the Cleveland

The Cleveland National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations this fall & winter. Work will continue through the spring as weather conditions allow. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from…

Cleveland National Forest

Airport Fire Burned Area Closure

The Cleveland NF has closed the Airport Fire burned area perimeter on the Trabuco Ranger District of the Cleveland National Forest. This closure prohibits going into or being upon any National Forest System lands, roads, and trails within the boundaries of the closure. The closure will be in effect…

Cleveland National Forest

Camping Stay Limits

This order prohibits extended camping in developed campgrounds, undeveloped areas, and maximum annual camping durations. The purpose of this order is to provide for the protection of natural resources by prohibiting long-term or semi-permanent occupancy of National Forest System lands within the…

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