12:40 PM
— July 21st, 5:15 AM
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Fire Weather
Watch, which is in effect from Wednesday morning through
Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Abundant lightning on dry fuels will likely create
new ignitions across the region. Any fires that develop could
spread rapidly. Numerous new fire starts could overwhelm
initial attack.
* AFFECTED AREA...Areas in southern Oregon along and east of the
Cascades, along the western foothills and slopes of the
Cascades, and over the Siskiyous, including Fire Weather Zones
617...621...622...623...624 and 625.
* THUNDERSTORMS...Moving roughly north to northeast around 15 to
20 mph. Storm mode will be mostly wet thunderstorms, but dry
lightning strikes can occur outside of wet cores.
* OUTFLOW WINDS...Isolated gusts up to 45 mph.
* DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at
https://weather.gov/wrh/hazards?wfo=mfr
Lava Beds National Monument
South East of Lava Beds on the Modoc National Forest is the Mammoth Fire. For current information please visit
Lava Beds National Monument
We are currently not able to receive incoming calls. If you have a questions, please email us at labe_information@nps.gov. If you have an emergency, please call 911.
Lava Beds National Monument
Please Do Not bring clothing or caving gear used in caves or mines outside of Lava Beds into our caves. This will help slow the spread of white-nose syndrome, a bat disease that is killing bats outside of the park.
Lava Beds National Monument
Please be cautions on all trails and side roads as high winds and heavy snow have caused several downed trees throughout the park.
Lava Beds National Monument
Lava Beds received around 2 feet of snow. Please use caution if driving into the park as snow is starting to melt and cause icy road and parking lot conditions. All roads going into the Forest Service are not passable.
Tule Lake National Monument
The visitor center is now closed for the season. Due to limited staffing, we are unable to offer tours till we reopen in the summer. For more information, please call 530-667-8119 or email us at tule_information@nps.gov.
Tule Lake National Monument
The visitor center is now open for the season. We are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, Thursday through Monday, 9AM - 4:30PM.
To request a site tour, call 530-667-8119 at least 2 weeks in advance.
Tule Lake National Monument
After Labor Day, we will be extending our season for 6 more days. These 6 days are:
Thursday September 12th through Saturday Sept. 14
&
Thursday Sept. 19 through Saturday Sept. 21.
This will be your last chance to catch our tours this season.
Modoc National Forest
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.…
Modoc National Forest
To provide for public safety and protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Modoc National Forest. Entering or being in the Wild Horse Holding Facility Closure Area, as shown in Exhibit A.
Modoc National Forest
The Blue Lake Boat Launch and Day Use area will be temporarily closed for major pavement resurfacing starting July 6th and will continue through July 17, 2026. The entire boat launching area and dock along with the day use parking area will be inaccessible during this time. We apologize for the…
Modoc National Forest
There are No current Fire restrictions in placeFire Restrictions Have Been Lifted on the Modoc National Forest on September 28, 2025 - Fall is here, and cooler weather conditions have allowed the Modoc National Forest fire restrictions were lifted at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, September 28, 2025. This…
Fremont-Winema National Forest
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Fremont-Winema National Forest
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Fremont-Winema National Forest
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fremont-Winema National Forest
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.…
Fremont-Winema National Forest
The Fremont-Winema National Forest will temporarily close parts of the Spring Creek area July 3-5 and Aug.7-21, 2026, to support a ceremonial request from the Klamath Tribes.
Fremont-Winema National Forest
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System Lands within the Fremont- Winema National Forest. This Order is effective from 6/18/2026 12:01 am, through 11/1/2026, unless rescinded.
Fremont-Winema National Forest
Effective June 16, 2026, The Edison Land Trust will be closed to the public on the Chiloquin Ranger District for Public health and safety.
Fremont-Winema National Forest
Camping or otherwise occupying any location on the Fremont-Winema National Forest for a period longer than 14 calendar days, and/or for more than 28 days total during a calendar year is prohibited. [36 CFR 261.58(a)].
Lassen National Forest
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.…
Lassen National Forest
The Hat Creek Ranger District office will be closed and services will be unavailable July 21 and July 22, 2026. Normal hours will resume Thursday, July 23.For questions about recreation sites and other visitor services, please contact our Susanville office.
Lassen National Forest
Forest Order limits the use of motor vehicles as well as saddle animals, pack animals, and draft animals, on the Lake Almanor Recreation Trail.
Lassen National Forest
Forest Order limits the number of days and individuals camping on the Lassen National Forest. This Order prohibits camping for a period longer than 14 days in any developed campground, and 14 days not to exceed an aggregate of 30 days in any undeveloped location during a calendar year. It also…
Lassen National Forest
The Boundary of the Forest Road Closure begins at the Antelope Campground and proceeds as follows:1. Starting at Antelope Campground on Ponderosa Way,2. then continues South along Ponderosa Way to the intersection of 27N08 and 27N21 roads at “The Narrows”,3. then continues Southwest from “The…
Lassen National Forest
Damage to the underside of South Antelope Bridge on Ponderosa Way was discovered by Forest Service Road Crews. Engineering staff are currently assessing the damage. At this time the bridge is unsafe to cross, and a barricade has been placed on both sides. We will update here when more information…