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  • Mt. Baldy Trails Closure

    Due to inclement weather, snow, and ice, Mt. Baldy area trails are temporarily closed to the public. The closure is effective through April 20, 2026. See map and details of the closure below. 
    Alert Start Date: April 10, 2026
    Forest Order: #05-01-26-10

  • Fire Danger Level Downgraded to "Moderate"

    Effective January 23, 2025, the Angeles National Forest fire danger level and associated restrictions are moving to MODERATE. Visitors to the forest, including recreational cabin owners and concessionaires, are advised of the following updates: All stoves and campfires require a valid California…
    Alert Start Date: January 23, 2026
    Forest Order: #05-01-26-05

  • Eaton Fire Area Closure

    In effort to protect the public and to facilitate natural recovery of the resources affected by the Eaton Fire, this closure extends the Eaton Fire Area Closure through December 31, 2027.The following roads and trails remain closed:RoadsMount Wilson Toll Road (below Mt Wilson Trail) Mount Wilson…
    Alert Start Date: January 7, 2026
    Forest Order: #05-01-26-04

  • Forest Order No. 05-01-25-13, Camping Equipment Prohibition

    Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. This Order is effective from August 15, 2025, through August 1, 2027.Possessing personal…
    Alert Start Date: August 15, 2025
    Forest Order: #05-01-25-13

  • Office & Visitor Center Updates - Need Info or Passes?

    The information below provides updates to existing information on our webpage about Angeles National Forest offices and visitor centers. Check this alert regularly. Hours and pass availability may change with limited or no notice.​When one office is closed, please contact another forest…
    Alert Start Date: March 20, 2025

  • Williamson Rock Area and Trail Closure

    Hikers and equestrians along the Pacific Crest Trail may be affected by a temporary closure of the Williamson Rock area of the Angeles National Forest. This closure (Forest Order No. 05-01-24-04), in effect through December 31, 2026, is for the protection of natural resources, specifically the…
    Alert Start Date: June 14, 2024
    Forest Order: #05-01-24-04

  • Planning to Camp? (Stay Limits/Dispersed Camping Restrictions) til Dec. 15, 2026

    The following is prohibited within the Angeles National Forest and San Gabriel Mountains National Monument from Dec. 16, 2022, through Dec. 15, 2026: 1. Camping outside of a Forest Service developed campground for > 7 consecutive days in a calendar year. 2. Camping outside of a Forest Service…
    Alert Start Date: December 22, 2022
    Forest Order: # 05-01-24-12
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