Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest

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The Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest's spectacular 6.3 million acres makes it the largest national forest in the lower 48 states. Located in Nevada and a small portion of eastern California, the Forest offers year-round recreation of all types.

Visitors to the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest are encouraged to stay safe while recreating on the Forest by adhering to all local, state and federal guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19 as well as abiding by all fire restrictions. Visitors are also reminded that while Forest offices and visitor centers are still closed, the following online and non-contact services are available until further notice.

Forest Closures

Carson Ranger District

Scotts Lake Area Closure
- Forest Order 04-17-21-14
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Tamarack Fire Closure
- Forest Order 04-17-21-10
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Visitors are responsible for learning about any restrictions before heading out to enjoy their national forests. Check with the local ranger station concerning fire restrictions involving campfires, smoking, ammunition, etc. as well as other forest conditions.

Maps and Publications

Maps (Under Development)

Visitor Guide

This Visitor Guide provides the information you need to make the most of your Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest experience.

Fact Sheet

The Forest offers a setting of classic Western beauty and is known for its many recreational opportunities, scenic vistas, and wild places where visitors can still find solitude.

Newsletter

Take a look at the Forest’s e-newsletter, which includes Forest information, news, feature articles, colorful photos, and much more!

Year In Review

The Forest would like to take this opportunity to share highlights of our accomplishments. We are proud to be entrusted to care for this land and serve the American people.

Boots In the Forest

Through a series of articles, the Forest is recognizing employees for the important work they do and highlighting a variety of U.S. Forest Service careers.

Features

Partners Test Innovative Reforestation Method on the Carson Ranger

The Carson Ranger District of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest partnered with the Sugar Pine Foundation along with Flying Forests and the Desert Research Institute to use drone technology to restore a portion of the forest burned by the Loyalton Fire in August of 2020. The Fire burned more than 47 thousand acres across the Tahoe and Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forests. The 25-acre trial area being reseeded is in Dog Valley, west of Reno, Nevada.