Lassen 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.…
Forest Fire Restrictions
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…
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.…
Forest Road Closure Order
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…
SAFETY ALERT - South Antelope Bridge out, Do Not Cross
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…
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.…
Plumas National Forest Camping Stay and Occupancy Limits
A Forest Closure Order with the limits for amount of time and number of people allowed when camping on the Plumas National Forest. The maximum time is 14 days in a developed campground, 14 days dispersed camping per Ranger District per year, not exceeding 30 days camping per year on the Plumas…
Lassen National Forest Camping Restrictions
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…
Lake Almanor Recreational Trail Restriction
Forest Order limits the use of motor vehicles as well as saddle animals, pack animals, and draft animals, on the Lake Almanor Recreation Trail.
Lake Almanor Area Camping Restriction
Forest Order limits camping in the Lake Almanor Overnight Use Closure Area.
Winter Storm Watch issued April 9 at 2:35PM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Snow accumulations up to 6 inches below 6500 feet, 6 to 12 inches above 6500 feet, and up to 24 inches above 7000 feet in eastern Sierra County. Peak winds could gust as high as 40 mph Saturday afternoon. * WHERE...Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties. * WHEN...From Saturday morning through Sunday evening. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult, especially for the Saturday evening and Sunday morning commutes.
Winter Storm Warning issued April 9 at 11:46AM PDT until April 12 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Sacramento CA
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet above 4500 feet, with up to 3 to 4 feet at the highest peaks. Minor snowfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches down to 4000 feet. Winds could gust as high as 50 mph. * WHERE...West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada and Western Plumas County/Lassen Park above 4500 feet. * WHEN...From 5 PM Friday to 11 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute and weekend mountain travel. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels generally remain above pass levels through Friday afternoon, dropping to around 6000-7000 ft Friday night-Saturday, then lowering to around 4000-5000 ft late Saturday into Sunday. Heaviest snow rates and lowest snow levels will be Saturday afternoon through Sunday.
Overview
Lassen National Forest is a 1.2-million-acre forest spanning seven counties in northeastern California, where the Sierra Nevada meets the Cascade Range. The forest is currently open with several active restrictions. A reduced Park Fire closure area remains in effect through December 31, 2025 (Forest Order No. 06-24-08), though boundaries have been trimmed from the 2024 wildfire. Forest Order No. 06-24-01 limits the number of days and individuals camping on the forest. Additional restrictions apply at Lake Almanor Recreation Trail and the Lake Almanor Overnight Use Closure Area. Dispersed camping follows standard 14-day stay limits in a 30-day period. Campfire permits are required outside developed campsites, and fire restrictions may vary seasonally—always check current conditions before visiting. Prescribed fire operations are planned for fall/winter 2025. The forest offers extensive backcountry opportunities with mixed conifer forests, granite and volcanic terrain, and numerous wilderness areas.
Top Campgrounds
- Alder Creek Campground
- Almanor
- Almanor Group Campground
- Aspen Grove Campground
- Black Rock Campground
- Bridge Campground
- Butte Creek Campground
- Butte Meadows Campground
- Cave Campground
- Cherry Hill Campground
- DUSTY
- Domingo Springs Campground
- Elam Campground
- Gurnsey Creek Campground
- Hat Creek
- High Bridge Campground
- Hole-in-the-ground Campground
- Mcarthur-burney Falls Memorial Cabin Area
- Mccarthy Point Lookout
- Merrill Campground
- Philbrook
- Potato Patch Campground
- Rocky Campground
- Roxie Peconom Campground
- Soldier Meadows Campground
- Warner Creek Campground
- West Eagle Campground
- West Eagle Group Campground
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