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Forest Alerts

  • Forest Truck Trail and Road Closures

    North Main Divide, Indian Truck Trail, and Maple Springs road have all been closed due to inclement weather. 

    For additional updated conditions, visit Forest Truck Trail and Road Closures.

    Alert Start Date: December 16, 2025
  • Prescribed Fires Begin on the Cleveland

    The Cleveland National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations this fall & winter. Work will continue through the spring as weather conditions allow.

    Alert Start Date: October 30, 2025
  • Harmful Algal Bloom Caution - Cedar Creek Falls

    Caution – Harmful Algae may be present at Cedar Creek Falls Pool. 

    Alert Start Date: September 29, 2025
  • Fire Use Restrictions

    Campfire, charcoal fire restrictions. Smoking area restrictions. 

    Alert Start Date: July 1, 2025
    Forest Order: #02-25-07
  • Water Unavailable at Penny Pines Trailhead Spigot

    Attention Hikers: There is currently NO WATER available at the Penny Pines Trailhead. The water spigot pump is broken and there is no estimated time of repair at this time. Be prepared to bring or seek out alternative water sources.

    Alert Start Date: June 10, 2025
  • Airport Fire Burned Area Closure

    The Cleveland NF has closed the Airport Fire burned area perimeter on the Trabuco Ranger District of the Cleveland National Forest. This closure prohibits going into or being upon any National Forest System lands, roads, and trails within the boundaries of the closure.

    Alert Start Date: May 24, 2025
    Forest Order: #02-25-04
  • Camping Stay Limits

    This order prohibits extended camping in developed campgrounds, undeveloped areas, and maximum annual camping durations.

    Alert Start Date: July 13, 2024
    Forest Order: #02-24-03
  • Cedar Creek Falls Forest Orders

    Forest Order No. 02-23-02 closes the cliffs surrounding the falls, 02-23-03 requires visitors to have a permit to access the falls, 02-23-04 prohibits alcohol along the entirety of the trail system.

    Alert Start Date: May 27, 2023
    Forest Order: #02-23-02/02-23-03/02-23-04