Elevated Fire Restrictions are put in effect when fire danger increases on the Forest due to weather conditions, seasonal temperatures, and elevated risk indexes (events such as high winds, or lightning). Visitors are asked to be cautious and alert when recreating or camping on the Cleveland and commit to good fire management techniques. For an overview of elevated fire restrictions, please visit our current fire restrictions page.
The Cleveland National Forest is proposing a new master special use permit and easement authorization for Southern California Edison Company to use and occupy NFS land for electric system facilities and infrastructure. The authorization is proposed for existing facilities within the perimeter as shown on Exhibit A maps. Authorizations will be consolidated into one master permit and easement with an attached operation and maintenance plan to standardize procedures, resource protection measures, and best management practices for all activities. This action does not authorize any changes to facilities, alignments, or the capacity of the electric grid. Facilities considered in this analysis have been previously authorized with various special use permits, easements, or statutory rights, and are eligible for continuance.
For more information, please visit the SCE Project Website. For questions, please contact Jason Collier, jpcollier@fs.fed.us, or 909-382-2869.
Campfire restrictions for all districts have been lifted. Please continue to exhibit proper fire handling techniques and keep the Cleveland fire-free. For more information on fire restrictions and affected campgrounds, see our Fire Restrictions Page
The Joplin Trail and eastern portion of the Santiago Truck trail will be closed from July 19 through July 27 for untility line work including aerial operations. Trails are slated to reopen Saturday July 28th
Beginning July 10 through August 30th, Trabuco Creek Road will be closed intermittently for road work. During this time, OC Public Works will be closing the area of Trabuco Canyon Road at the entrance of the Cleveland National Forest, allowing access to residents and emergency vehicles only. Popular trails such as
Holy Jim, Santiago Peak, and Horsethief trails will be unaccessable from this road. Please contact the Trabuco Ranger District for the most updated information on this closure
Please be aware of these alerts and notices as many unexpected situations can present difficult challenges for forest visitors.
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