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  • SD River Gorge & Cedar Creek Falls Closure Area

    The public is restricted from going into or being upon the San Diego River Gorge/Cedar Creek Falls Closure Area beginning August 4th, 2026 through August 31st, 2026
    Alert Start Date: August 4, 2026
    Forest Order: #02-26-20

  • Three Sisters Closure Area

    The public is prohibited from going into or being upon the Three Sisters Closure Area within the Palomar Ranger District of the Cleveland National Forest. This Order is effective from August 4th, 2026 through August 31st, 2026. 
    Alert Start Date: August 4, 2026
    Forest Order: #02-26-19

  • Dispersed Camping and Stay Limits Prohibition

    Camping outside of a Forest Service developed campground is now limited to no more than 14 days in a calendar year. As well as camping inside of a Forest Service developed campground for no more than 14 days in a calendar year.
    Alert Start Date: July 17, 2026
    Forest Order: #02-26-11

  • Elevated Fire Use Restrictions

    Campfire, charcoal fire restrictions. Smoking area restrictions. Welding, or operating an acetylene or other torch with open flame as well as discharging a firearm, air rifle, or gas gun restrictions.
    Alert Start Date: June 11, 2026
    Forest Order: #02-26-10

  • Proposed changes to recreation fees on the Cleveland National Forest

    (San Diego, CA, May 25, 2026) — The Cleveland National Forest is proposing changes to recreation fees at various recreation sites on the forest.The forest offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities including hiking, mountain biking, off-highway vehicle riding, and camping. The proposed…
    Alert Start Date: May 25, 2026

  • Orosco Ridge Closures

    Forest Order details the implementation for temporary closures of Orosco Road, Boden Canyon Road, and Santa Ysabel Road to protect arroyo toads and their habitat during sensitive seasonal conditions. These closures will be implemented based on hydrologic and temperature triggers and will remain in…
    Alert Start Date: April 30, 2026
    Forest Order: #02-26-08

  • Forest Truck Trail and Road Closures

    For updated conditions, visit Forest Truck Trail and Road Closures.Contact Information: Cleveland National Forest Supervisor’s Office (phone: 858-673-6180)Forest and road closures change frequently depending on the fire hazard level, weather, and various other unforeseen elements. This page is…
    Alert Start Date: December 16, 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. The closure will be in effect…
    Alert Start Date: May 24, 2025
    Forest Order: #02-26-09
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