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Visitor Maps and Guides

The Forest Service provides several types of publications and maps to the public. The material is available in many forms: online, brochures, maps, Recreational Opportunity Guides, on such subjects as recreation, sightseeing, wilderness, travel management, and vegetation.

Recreation Opportunity Guides

Below is a list of our downloadable PDF copies of our Recreation Opportunity Guides. These handouts are also available at any of our forest offices along with additional information.

Sierra National Forest Visitor Guide

Sierra Traveler Guide

Now available to view online and print at home. This guide is also available for free at all Sierra National Forest offices and visitor centers.

Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM)

2017 MVUM SNF Index Maps

The Motor Vehicle Use Map shows roads and trails designated for vehicle use, and their opening/closing dates on the Sierra National Forest. It is your responsibility to reference the MVUM to stay on designated routes for motor vehicle use. Open/Close dates are subject to change without notice and can be condition based due to weather and safety factors.

Forest Maps

Forest maps and guides

Check out the wide variety of maps and guides offered by the Three Forests Interpretive Association to help you plan your next adventure or enjoy your next visit. 

Digital Maps

An image of a paper map showing details of a large geographic area.

Forest Service Digital Maps are a collection of map series covering all lands administered by the USDA Forest Service, include national, regional, administrative, forest, ranger district, and topographic maps. 

Last updated June 16, 2026