Sequoia National Forest

National Forest System Roads

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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.…

George Bush Loop Trail Area Closure

To provide for public safety and protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Western Divide Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest. Being on, or within 100 feet of, the George Bush Loop Trail.

FIRE RESTRICTIONS - Sequoia National Forest

To protect natural resources and provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited below 5,000 feet in elevation within the Sequoia National Forest. 1. Building, maintaining, attending, or using a fire, campfire, or stove fire, except in the designated Campfire Areas listed in Exhibits…

Chico Flat Dispersed Camping Area Prohibition 26-27

To protect natural resources, camping within 350 feet of the Kern River within the Chico Flat Dispersed Camping Area, is prohibited within the Kern River Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest.

Tule River Glass Container Prohibition Area

To provide for public safety, the following act is prohibited within the Western Divide Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest. Possessing or storing any food or refuse or other materials in glass containers or possessing glass containers within the Tule River Glass Container Prohibition…

Trail of 100 Giants Boardwalk and Area Closure

To provide for public safety and protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Western Divide Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest.1. Being on the boardwalk section of the Trail of 100 Giants (Forest Trail No. 31E00) starting at a point approximately one-third…

Wildlife Alert - BEARS

Be Bear Aware During Your Visit.Are you prepared to store your food properly on your next camping or backpacking trip?Much of the Sequoia National Forest is American black bear habitat. They belong here. Bears are extremely intelligent and curious and have learned to see people as a source of…

Sequoia National Forest Camping and Parking Restrictions

The following acts are prohibited within the Sequoia National Forest. 1. Camping for more than 14 consecutive days within any 30-day period anywhere on National Forest System lands within the Sequoia National Forest. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(a).2. Parking or leaving a motor vehicle or trailer in one…

Day Use Only Prohibition

The following is prohibited within the Sequoia National Forest Being in an area designated as Day Use Only after sunset or before sunrise.Sunset and Sunrise will be determined according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Solar Calculator specifications for the city of Los…

Help Halt Golden Mussel Invasion in Waterways

In October 2024, the California Department of Water Resources discovered non-native, highly-invasive golden mussels in the Bay-Delta near Stockton, California. Once established, golden mussels can spread rapidly, significantly damaging natural ecosystems, water infrastructure, agriculture, and…

Kings River Scenic Byway Dispersed Camping Prohibition 2025

To protect natural resources, camping within 250 feet of the Kings River Scenic Byway (State Highway 180) from its intersection with Tenmile Road (Forest Road No. 13S09) and continuing east approximately 21.1 miles to the Sequoia National Forest boundary. See map.

Kern River Ranger District Glass Container Prohibition

The following act is Prohibited within the Kern River Ranger District of the Sequoia National Forest: Possessing or storing food or beverages in glass containers in the Kern Canyon and Isabella Lake Glass Container Prohibition Areas, as described in Exhibit A, and shown on Exhibits B, C, and D.

Miracle Hot Springs Day Use Area Closure

To provide for public safety and protect natural resources, going into or being upon National forest System lands within the Miracle Hot Springs Day Use Closure Area is prohibited. Parking along Kern Canyon Road (county route 214) beginning at the eastern edge of Section 15, Township 27 South,…

North Fork Kern Wild and Scenic River Camping Prohibition

Camping is prohibited outside of the developed campgrounds and designated dispersed camping areas listed in the Exhibit and locations shown on the map.

Brush Creek Dispersed Camping Area Prohibition

Camping is prohibited within 50 feet of the Brush Creek water’s edge, between the intersection of Brush Creek with the Kern River and points 0.5 miles east of the Kern River along both branches of…

Lower Kern River Camping Restriction

FOREST ORDER NO. 0513-24-05SEQUOIA NATIONAL FORESTKERN RIVER RANGER DISTRICTLOWER KERN RIVER CAMPING RESTRICTIONPursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), and to protect natural resources, the following act is prohibited within the Kern River Ranger District of the Sequoia National…

Inyo National Forest

National Forest System Roads

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Inyo 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.…

Inyo National Forest

ESCCRP PANORAMA PROJECT AREA CLOSURE

To provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work for the Panorama portion of the ESCCRP project.

Inyo National Forest

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions in effect starting June 22, 2026

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions for Inyo National Forest lands to protect natural resources and provide for public safety during dry conditions.

Inyo National Forest

Juniper Bike Trail Area Closure

To provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work for the Forest Trail.

Inyo National Forest

Reds Meadow Road Reconstruction Project

www.fs.usda.gov/r05/inyo/projects/reds-meadow-road-reconstruction

Inyo National Forest

Inyo Craters Closure Order

To provide for public safety during ongoing hazardous fuel reduction projects in the Inyo Craters area on the Mammoth Ranger District.

Inyo National Forest

ESCCRP Shady Rest Fuel Reduction Project Area Closure

To provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health work in the Shady Rest, Forest Health Units, trails, roads, and certain recreational areas such as the disc golf course will be closed.

Inyo National Forest

Mammoth Mill Site Area and Trail Closure

This Forest Order prohibits recreating, entering or being in the Mammoth Mill Site Closure Area and the Mammoth Stamp Mill Trail to provide for public safety.

Inyo National Forest

Mammoth Scenic Loop Closure

Our partners are helping the Town of Mammoth Lakes do hazard tree mitigation along the Mammoth Scenic Road. Both gates on the Scenic Loop will be closed for approximately 33 days beginning May 6 due to critical forest health work in the Inyo Craters area.This isn’t just routine maintenance, this…

Inyo National Forest

Ancient Bristlecone Pine Area Closure

To provide for public safety and the protection of resources within the Inyo National Forest, the following acts are prohibited: Camping or having a campfire within the Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest National Protection Area, possessing, storing, or transporting any part of a Bristlecone or Limber…

Inyo National Forest

Help Halt Golden Mussel Invasion

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…

Inyo National Forest

Horseshoe Pit Closure

To provide for public safety while large decks of logs are stored on site.

Inyo National Forest

Stay Limits, Parking, and Developed Recreation Site Use

This forest order was put in place to protect natural resources and promote public safety.

Inyo National Forest

Wilderness Use Restrictions

This Forest Order prohibits recreating within the portions of the John Muir, Ansel Adams, Hoover, and Golden Trout Wildernesses located in the Inyo National Forest. Please click on the PDF version for all Exhibit maps B - G. The website will not allow for more JPG formats to be uploaded than what…

Inyo National Forest

Mount Whitney Zone Access Restrictions

This forest order prohibits recreating in the Mount Whitney Zone to provide for public safety and protect natural resources.

Inyo National Forest

Golden Trout and Hoover Wilderness Campfire Restrictions

This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Golden Trout and Hoover Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown in the Exhibits.

Inyo National Forest

Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions

This forest order prohibits campfires in portions of Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Areas that are located on the Inyo National Forest, as shown on the Exhibits.Please click on the PDF version for all Exhibit maps B - S. The website will not allow for more JPG formats to be uploaded than what…

Inyo National Forest

Eastern Sierra Climate and Communities Resilience Project Area Closure

This forest order prohibits access to roads affected by the Eastern Sierra Climate and Communities Resilience Project to provide for public safety while contractors perform forest health and fuels reduction work surrounding the Town of Mammoth Lakes and beyond. The closure orders are dynamic and…

Inyo National Forest

Hot Creek Closure Order

This Forest Order prohibits recreating in Hot Creek within the Mammoth Ranger District.

Inyo National Forest

Goat Prohibition Order

This Forest Order prohibits possessing or storing a goat within the Inyo National Forest Goat Prohibition Area.

Inyo National Forest

B&B Mine Closure Order

This Forest Order prohibits recreating within the B&B Mine and Mill Site Closure Area.

Inyo National Forest

Food and Refuse Storage Restrictions

This Forest Order prohibits food and refuse in locations in Exhibits A and C-J, unless stored in a bear-resistant container. Food and refuse in locations shown in Exhibit B must be stored in a bear-resistant container OR counter-balanced at least 15 feet above the ground and 10 feet horizontally…

Sierra National Forest

National Forest System Roads

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Sierra 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.…

Sierra National Forest

Forest Order - Recreation Sites, Roads, and Trails

The net effect of this order is to reopen Kinnikinnick Campground and Florence Lake Picnic Area (i.e removing them from Exabit A of the Forest Recreation Closure list).

Sierra National Forest

Mammoth Pool Boat Launch Order Termination

Forest Order 05-15-51-25-21 is effectively terminated on June 19, 2026. Mammoth Pool boat launch is again available for public access.

Sierra National Forest

Safety Tips for Burned Areas: Garnet Fire Area

The Sierra National Forest welcomes visitors back to the area affected by the Garnet Fire. While this landscape is open, many hazards remain. If visiting this area, please plan carefully before you go — you are entering post-fire terrain where hazard trees, loose soil, flooding, and debris flows…

Sierra National Forest

Recreation Site, Road & Trail Forest Order

The Sierra National Forest has issued Forest Order 05-15-00-26-05 indicating the reopening of 4 campgrounds, 89 campsites, 1 trail and 1 road across the Forest.

Sierra National Forest

Wilderness Use Restrictions

Order 05-15-00-26-04 is part of the Sierra National Forest's responsibility to implement Designated Wilderness Use policies. The purpose of the Order is to protect natural resources and wilderness values while also providing for public safety. The Order is renewed every two years in accordance…

Sierra National Forest

Food and Refuse Storage

Food and Refuse Storage orders require that all unattended food and garbage within Developed Recreation Sites on the Sierra National Forest be secured in bear‑resistant containers.

Sierra National Forest

Wilderness Food and Refuse Storage

The Wilderness Food and Refuse Storage orders require that all overnight visitors in Wilderness areas must use approved hard‑sided bear canisters or properly counter‑balance their food at least 15 feet above the ground and 10 feet horizontally from the trunk of a tree.

Sierra National Forest

Rec Site Road Trail Closure Order

Effective through July 27, 2026 allowing for the continuation of repair efforts to respective recreation sites, roads, and trails (supersedes Forest Order No. 05-15-00-25-19).

Sierra National Forest

Mammoth Pool Boat Launch Rehabilitation

Mammoth Pool Boat Launch and access road closed for rehab

Sierra National Forest

Occupancy limitations

The Sierra National Forest has issued Forest Order 05-15-00-25-20 to address occupancy limitations and challenges caused by extended stays and unattended property, which can lead to resource damage, safety hazards, and reduced access for other visitors. The order prohibits camping, parking, or…

Sierra National Forest

Wilderness Campfire Restrictions Order

Ansel Adams and John Muir Wilderness Campfire Restrictions within the Sierra National Forest

Coy Flat

From Recreation.gov

Limited turnaround space restricts RV'S longer than 26 feet.

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