Inyo National Forest
Your Gateway to the Eastern Sierra
Road hazards common due to winter storms
There is a heightened risk of flooding, landslides, debris flows, road/trail washouts and avalanches.
Forest staff have activated an incident command team to assess damage.
If you do visit the forest:
- SLOW DOWN!
- If you encounter a road washout, turn around. Do not get stuck in it or go around it; causing additional safety issues, resource damage, and work for our staff to repair.
- Check our Road Conditions page, follow CalTrans District 9, Inyo and Mono County Sheriff's Departments, and local city social media pages to get notifications. Most forest roads are accessed via county roads.
- Never block roads or driveways, which could impede emergency traffic.
- Carry winter survival gear and tire chains in your vehicle at all times.
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Winter Recreation Info
See where you can cross-country ski, snowshoe, snowmobile, sled, and mush!
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Road Conditions
Weather at high elevation can be more extreme. Check conditions before you go.
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Wilderness Permits
Questions about wilderness permits? Who do you call? 760-873-2483
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Campfire Permit
A campfire permit is required to use a portable stove in wilderness or while dispersed camping.
Recent News
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Inyo, Stanislaus, Sierra National Forests hosting virtual open houses for Recreation Technician hiring
Release Date: Mar 22, 2023
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We're hiring in Recreation and Fire again! March 20 - 30, 2023
Release Date: Mar 21, 2023
Features
Watch This: Leave No Trace on Mt. Whitney
A video about how to Leave No Trace on Mt. Whitney, which requires additional measures because of the trail's popularity.
Spotlights
Backcountry Trail Crew Video

Have you ever thought of the work that it takes to maintain trails on the Inyo?
Video: The 7 Principles of Leave No Trace
These are principles that you should be thinking about when you visit Wilderness anywhere.
Mammoth Stamp Mill Site Closed
Records can be viewed at:
Inyo National Forest
Supervisor's Office
351 Pacu Lane
Bishop CA 93514
Contact: Colleen Garcia
Land Management Plan

The 2019 Inyo National Forest Plan has been approved and is now the guiding direction for the Inyo National Forest. It replaces the 1988 land management plan and its amendments.