Mendocino National Forest - Alerts & Notices

Safety First

Safety First Please be aware of these alerts and notices because many unexpected situations can present difficult challenges for forest visitors.

Be well informed and prepared for your next visit to the forest. Know before you go!

Before venturing out, contact the nearest Forest Service office for recent information on alerts, advisories, notices and closures.

To report an emergency, please call 911.

Forest Order 08-21-02: August Complex and Ranch Fire Closures
Date(s): Jun 3, 2021

Order No. 08-21-02
Naturally Occurring Asbestos
Date(s): Apr 30, 2009

Naturally occurring asbestos can pose a health risk if disturbed and asbestos fibers are released into the air. Asbestos is typically found in ultramafic rock formations that are present in every California county.

Forest Order 08-21-02: August Complex and Ranch Fire Closures
Date(s): Jun 3, 2021

Select trails, trailheads, and campgrounds are closed because of dead trees and safety hazards caused by the 2020 August Complex and 2018 Ranch Fire.

Order No. 08-21-02
MNF Order No. 08-20-01 Chico Seed Orchard Summer Hours
Date(s): Jun 3, 2009

Chico Seed Orchard summer hours: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. Note that a closure is in effect outside of these hours. Click here for further information.

Please call the Mendocino National Forest Contractor Activity Phoneline at (530) 934-1240 to receive the current Project Activity Level (PAL).