U.S. Forest Service
Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Forest Supervisor's Office
35 College Drive
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Voice: (530) 543-2600 TTY: (530) 543-0956 Hours: Mon thru Fri
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Follow the slideshow links for information on camping reservations, Desolation Wilderness permits, Taylor Creek Visitor Center, Tallac Historic Site, winter recreation and much more!
Warming Temperatures Increase Snowmelt
April 16, 2019 - Heading to Tahoe? Please keep in mind that warming temperatures mean increased snowmelt, which translates to high, fast and very cold water not yet suitable for water activities! Winter conditions persist this time of year in the mountains with many trailheads and access roads still closed due to snow. In addition, please remember that while many Forest Service sites such as vista points, beaches and trails may become accessible with warming temperatures, restrooms are still closed and there is no trash removal until facilities open for the season. Please take your trash with you and help keep your National Forest lands beautiful and litter-free!
April 2, 2019 - The Federal Highway Administration, in cooperation with the LTBMU, TRPA and NDOT, is seeking comments on the Proposed Action for the Round Hill Pines Access Project. A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Forest Service office in South Lake Tahoe. For more information, download the flyer. (PDF 734 KB)
Sierra Avalanche Center
April 2019 - Hikers, backpackers and other forest visitors should always check weather and conditions before heading into the backcountry. Great information and daily avalanche forecasts are available on the Sierra Avalanche Center website at https://www.sierraavalanchecenter.org/.
The LTBMU is pleased to share the Conservation Education and Interpretive Services Accomplishment Report for fiscal year 2018. The LTBMU Conservation Education Program works with partners and volunteers to deliver programs to youth, local communities and create future land stewards. Program focus areas include Fuels Reduction and Forest Health, Watershed Restoration and Habitat Improvement; Water Quality Improvement; and Recreation and Human Responsibility. Follow the link below to view the report.
Prescribed fire operations are a key component of active forest management and are carried out whenever weather, staffing and conditions allow in order to reduce excess vegetation that can feed unwanted wildfires. During active operations, prescribed fire notifications are sent out and a map with project locations and details is posted at http://tahoe.livingwithfire.info/get-informed/. Sign up for email notifications by sending an email to pa_ltbmu@fs.fed.us.
Whether you are going out for a day hike or an extended backpacking trip follow the safety tips found at the link above to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
National Forests provide a variety of fun and exciting activities, but visitors must avoid hazardous situations. For information on staying safe in the forest, visit the link above.
Lake Tahoe West is an interagency collaborative effort to restore resilience to the west shore's forests, watersheds, and communities. Follow the link above for more.
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