12:24 AM
— 10:00 PM
* WHAT...High temperatures of 101 to 107 and low temperatures of 65
to 80 expected, with Moderate to Major HeatRisk.
* WHERE...The Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys, Foothills, Coast
Range, and Sierra north of Highway 50.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...ot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, especially
anyone without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Hot temperatures continue today, with areas
of Major HeatRisk. Hottest temperatures and warmest overnight lows
expected in the northern Sacramento Valley and Sierra foothills
thermal belts.
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
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.…
Visitor Services in-person or by phone are available on the Eldorado National Forest at the following locations: Eldorado National Forest-Supervisor's Office Monday-Friday 0800-1630 Georgetown Ranger Station Monday - Thursday 0900-1600 Friday - Saturday 0800-1630 Crystal Basin Information…
Fire Restrictions are in effect forest wide. No campfires except in existing stoves, charcoal grills, or fire rings provided in the Recreation Sites listed in Exhibit A in the Forest Order and actively serviced by a camp host.No charcoal firesCamp stoves, lanterns and propane fire rings are…
Using any motor vehicle on the trail during this time period.
This order prohibits use of a motorcycle or motor-driven bicycle on this trail.
Winter snow closure to passenger vehicles in effect per Mormon Emigrant Trail Winter Vehicle Use Forest Order 03-26-01.
The non-native, highly invasive golden mussel was discovered in Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta in October 2024. Once established, they can affect flood control by reducing water flow and contribute to harmful algal blooms. Please contact the waterbody you plan to visit for latest information about…
Burn Day Status: El Dorado County: (530) 621-5897Burn Day Status: Amador County: (209) 223-6246Fires do not stop at agency boundaries, nor do the agencies fighting them. The forest cooperates with other federal, state, and local partners in fire management activities. These relationships foster a…
Barrett Lake Jeep trail closed to motor vehicle use in the winter.
Camping and Occupancy Restrictions for Desolation Wilderness, Mokelumne Wilderness and the Pacific Crest Trail that runs through the Eldorado National Forest boundary.
Possessing or storing any food in Desolation Wilderness unless it is in a bear proof container.
Using a motorized wheeled vehicle on roads and trails in Silver Bear Snowmobile Trail System
Motor vehicle use restricted in these areas during snowmelt. See Forest Order Exhibit A for area map.
To help protect the natural resources and ensure public safety, the following is prohibited within Desolation Wilderness.Entering or being in without a valid permit.Entering or being in as part of a group that includes more than…
Prohibited acts within the Mokelumne Wilderness.
Routes designated in Travel Management Subpart B are included as part of the current road system. Allows highway legal and non-highway legal motor vehicle use by the public on 1,002 miles of Maintenance Level 2 native surfaced roads. In addition, there are 635 miles of surfaced roads suitable…
Stanislaus 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.…
Stanislaus National Forest
Forest order STF-16-2026-09, limits occupancy and use in developed and undeveloped locations from July 31, 2026, through July 30, 2029. This order supersedes Forest Order STF-16-2022-06 executed July 28, 2022, for the same purpose.
Stanislaus National Forest
Stanislaus National Forest issues closure for Forest Road 1N98, SFPUC to make repairs for the Cherry Valley Dam Spillway Short-Term Improvement Project June 1, 2026-May 31, 2027.
Stanislaus National Forest
Following a series of evaluations by Stanislaus National Forest Recreation Specialists, the Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-78 cleaving closed Forest Road No. 8N13 and a portion of Forest Road No. 4N12, two roads in the forest’s higher elevations. Although the Forest generally had a…
Stanislaus National Forest
Following a series of evaluations by Stanislaus National Forest Recreation Specialists, the Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-04 cleaving closed several roads in the forest’s higher elevations. Conditions will continue to be monitored on a regular basis and when applicable, roads will…
Stanislaus National Forest
At the request of Tri-Dam, the Stanislaus National Forest has issued Forest Order STF-16-2026-03; effective April 15 through June 15, 2026, closing the Beardsley Lake Boat Ramp for all use.
Stanislaus National Forest
This Forest Order closes the below listed roads beginning Aug 7, expiring on Dec 31, 2026.Calaveras District Roads (Exhibit A):• Forest Road No. 4N40• Forest Road No. 4N80Y (Candy Rock Road), from the gate at approximately 3.5 miles fromHighway 4 then continuing to its terminus. 36 CFR…
Stanislaus National Forest
Camping, cooking, building a campfire, or storing fuel on National Forest Lands at, below or within 100 feet above the Cherry Lake high water mark (4702 feet elevation), or on the island within Cherry Lake
Middle Meadows
Water Outage: No drinking water or flush toilets are available at this campground. Portable toilets are available but campers must supply all drinking water. Please plan accordingly.
Tahoe 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.…
Tahoe National Forest
Closure of identified forest roads and trails within the Sierraville Ranger District of the Tahoe National Forest and the Carson Ranger District on the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.
Tahoe National Forest
Stage 1 fire restrictions began June 26, 2026. To protect natural resources and provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Tahoe National Forest:1. Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire, except within a charcoal grill or fire ring…
Tahoe National Forest
In response to unhealthy forest conditions, and the need to enhance wildland fire defense in the area, the Tahoe National Forest is treating approximately 1375 acres to the south of Highway 49 in the areas of Forest City, Pliocene Ridge, and Table Mountain. For public safety, the project area will…
Tahoe National Forest
This order closes forest system roads and trails within the Big Chief project area. This closure is to provide for public safety while 675 acres of forest are treated to enhance wildfire defense in the area.
Tahoe National Forest
Closure of the Woodchopper project area to allow for timber removal and wildfire risk reduction work.
Tahoe National Forest
Closure of the Boca Stewardship Agreement project area to allow for wildfire risk reduction work.
Tahoe National Forest
Closure for the Cabin Creek Project area to allow for wildfire risk reduction work.
Tahoe National Forest
This order closes the Alpine Meadows Project area to allow forest restoration work to take place.
Tahoe National Forest
Closure of Rattlesnake Road to allow for PG&E to complete the Lake Fordyce Dam Seepage Mitigation Project.
Tahoe National Forest
Tahoe National Forest contractors are conducting fuels reduction work in the Sugar Pine Reservoir area. Contractors will be masticating ladder fuels to reduce wildfire risk adjacent to North Brimstone Rd (24) between Sugar Pine Rd and Big Reservoir Rd. There may be unexpected hazards such as flying…
Tahoe National Forest
Grooming operations have ceased for the season. GROOMING PROGRAM: Snowmobile trail grooming is funded by the State of California Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation (OHMVR) division winter program.AVALANCHE ADVISORY: The Sierra Avalanche Center (SAC) issues a daily avalanche advisory that covers…
Tahoe National Forest
To provide for public safety and to protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Truckee and Sierraville Ranger Districts of the Tahoe National Forest:1. Camping is prohibited in the Restricted Use Areas described in Appendix A and shown onthe maps in Appendices B and C…
Tahoe National Forest
To provide for public safety and to protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Tahoe National Forest.
Tahoe National Forest
Forest Road 860 -01 (17E11 Trail) in the Hoke Valley area has been closed to allow for Hoke Valley Meadow restoration.
Robbs Hut
Propane cook stove is currently not functional however, the stove top is working.
Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground
***Notice***- Wrights Lake Recreation Area will be undergoing some exciting renovations in 2026. While we do not have a full scope of work and timing to share yet, we want to inform the public that there may be some disruptions to their stay come the 2026 season. More details to follow.
Wrights Lake Equestrian Campground
Due to the Wrights Lake Recreation Improvement Project, Wrights Lake Campground will be **closed until July 31**, but may open up to first come first serve if certain projects are finished early. After that, certain campsites may experience temporary closures. Please use caution while traveling through the Wrights Lake area as construction operations and heavy equipment will be present. Trailheads and day use will still be accessible once conditions allow but may have temporary closures during this time.
Wrights Lake
***Notice***- Wrights Lake Recreation Area will be undergoing some exciting renovations in 2026. While we do not have a full scope of work and timing to share yet, we want to inform the public that there may be some disruptions to their stay come the 2026 season. More details to follow.
Wrights Lake
Due to the Wrights Lake Recreation Improvement Project, Wrights Lake Campground will be **closed until July 31**, but may open up to first come first serve if certain projects are finished early. After that, certain campsites may experience temporary closures. Please use caution while traveling through the Wrights Lake area as construction operations and heavy equipment will be present. Trailheads and day use will still be accessible once conditions allow but may have temporary closures during this time.