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Current Conditions
The forest is always changing. Find out the latest in weather, road and campground status, lake levels, fish stocking, etc.!
Forest Rules, Regulations, and Forest Specific Forest Orders (regulations)
- General Rules and Regulations
- Forest Orders
- Fireworks: All fireworks are prohibited year-round on national forest land. El Dorado County also prohibits fireworks.
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Recreation Facility Status
For information on current conditions and open/close status of forest recreation facilities.
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Road and Trail Status
For information on current conditions and open/close status of forest roads and trails.
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Daily Burn Day Status
Contractors and wood cutters can check on this page for the current and expected Burn Day Status for projects and woodcutting.
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Fire Restriction Status
Wood, charcoal, and gas fires are typically allowed on the Eldorado National Forest. As conditions change restrictions on fires will go into effect. Please check before you leave home.
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Reservoir Levels
This is a California Department of Water Resources site. Information on the current water storage levels and total capacities on the major reservoirs in California. (external link)
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Web Cameras
If you want to see for yourself what the forest looks like check out these web cameras.(external link)
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Fires and Emergencies
When a large fire or emergency occurs on the Forest, we will provide up-to date information on the InciWeb site. For information on incidents in California try these links:
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Fish Stocking
Many of the reservoirs and lakes in the forest are planted with catchable-size trout from Department of Fish and Wildlife hatcheries. If conditions permit, the following lakes, reservoirs and ponds, listed by county, will be restocked. Check out their Fishing Guide to help you plan your adventures. (external link)
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Weather
Weather conditions vary across the Forest, where elevation ranges from 1,500 feet in the canyons to 10,000 feet at the Sierra Nevada crest. Be prepared for sudden changes in weather. Check the forecast before you adventure out. (external link)