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  • Forest Order Extension 05-15-00-25-09

    The purpose of Forest Order No. 05-15-00-25-09 is to supersede Forest Order No. 05-15-00-25-05 providing for public safety due the unprecedented number of hazard trees, erosion, and repair efforts to respective recreation sites, roads, and trails.

    Alert Start Date: July 19th, 2025

  • 05-15-52-25-08 Max Fire Closure (ORDER)

    Effective July 16, 2025, the Max Fire Closure Order will go into effect in the fire perimeter. For maps and a list of prohibited activities, please view the attached maps and Forest Order No. 05-15-52-25-08.

    Alert Start Date: July 16th, 2025

  • Forest Order 05-15-00-25-07: SNF Fire Restrictions

    Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), and to provide for public safety and
    protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited within the Sierra National Forest.
    This Order is effective from June 28, 2025, through November 15, 2025.

    Alert Start Date: June 28th, 2025

  • 05-15-51-25-06 Mammoth Pool Boat Launch Rehabilitation (Order)

    Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Sierra National Forest. This Order is effective from June 3, 2025, through December 31, 2025.

    Alert Start Date: June 3rd, 2025

  • 05-15-51-25-01-SNF Nelder Grove Historic Area Closure

    In 2016, the Sierra Nevada Range endured an overwhelming amount of tree die-off as a result of drought conditions and bark beetle infestation. Designated recreational sites, roads, and trails within the Grove suffered significant damage.

    Alert Start Date: February 6th, 2025

  • 05-15-00-24-09-SNF Wilderness Campfire Restrictions Order

    Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), and to protect natural resources, the
    following acts are prohibited within those portions of the Ansel Adams and John Muir
    Wilderness Areas that are located within the Sierra National Forest, as listed in Exhibit A. This

    Alert Start Date: June 18th, 2024

  • 05-15-00-24-07-SNF Wilderness Use Restrictions Order

    Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R.

    Alert Start Date: May 29th, 2024

  • 05-15-00-24-05-SNF-Food Refuse Storage Order

    Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Sierra National Forest. This Order is effective from May 13, 2024, through May 13, 2026.

    Alert Start Date: May 13th, 2024

  • 05-15-00-23-31-SNF Parking Limits

    Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), and to protect natural resources and provide for public safety, the following identifies the establishment of 14-day parking limitations on Ranger Districts.

    Alert Start Date: December 20th, 2023

  • Forest Order No. 05-15-00-23-30 Sierra National Forest Camping Limits

    Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a), and to protect natural resources and provide for public safety, camping on a Ranger District for more than 14 days within any 30-day period is prohibited within the Sierra National Forest.

    Alert Start Date: December 20th, 2023
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