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Sierra National Forest Closures for select recreation sites, roads and trails
The Sierra National Forest (SNF) has updated its Closure Order for select recreation sites, roads, and trails. Forest Order 05-15-00-21-23 will be effective on November 18, 2021 through December 15, 2021. This order supersedes Forest Order 05-15-00-21-22.
Tree mortality continues to be a significant issue on the Sierra National Forest. Federal, State and County governments are working closely with citizens and private industry to mitigate these hazards and create more resilient forests. Over the last 5 years the Forest Service and private industry have treated thousands of acres which has significantly reduced some of the threats from hazardous trees. While overall the treatments are effective, they are outpaced by a contributing number of factors. Besides the threat from falling trees, there is the potential for catastrophic wildland fire. The combination of blocked roads and fire could be deadly to anyone trying to evacuate.
Forest Order No. 05-15-00-21-23 Sierra National Forest Recreation Site, Road and Trail Closure This Order supersedes Forest Order No. 05-15-00-21-22 This Order is effective from November 18, 2021 - December 15, 2021.
See full closure order click link: Forest Order No. 05-15-00-21-23 (Order)
See full Record please click link: Forest Order No. 05-15-00-21-23 (Record)
Entering or using the Developed Recreation Sites on the National Forest System, being on the National Forest System Roads, and being on the Natioal Forest System Trails lands within the Sierra National Forest
Closure Area as listed here in (Exhibit A)
Be safe when visiting the Sierra National Forest
If you plan on visiting the SNF we ask that you practice, and maintain, responsible/safe recreational practices, at all-times including:
Research road conditions and make sure your vehicle is mechanically ready;
Avoid areas with dead standing trees, look up before you choose a trail, park your car, or set your camp, always be aware of your surroundings;
Avoid large gatherings and maintain your physical distance while recreating;
Let family and friends know your plans, destination and return home, in the event of an unexpected emergency. Remember cell service in the Forest may not be available;
Pack out your trash and leave with everything you bring in and use;
All services may not be available, so please plan accordingly, do you part.
For tips from the CDC on preventing illnesses like the coronavirus, go to: cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our national forests safe for everyone’s use.
Personal Firewood Cutting
Sierra National Forest Personal Firewood cutting Season is April 1 - November 30, 2021. To learn more about this season please follow this link toPERSONAL FIREWOOD CUTTING
SNF District Offices have reopened for in-person services...
High Sierra Ranger District: (559) 855-5355 - ex.0, or 3300/3301...
Hours: Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Closed Sat, and Sun. (Face Coverings are Required)
Bass Lake Ranger District: (559) 877-2218 - ex.0
Hours: Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Closed Sat, Sun and Holidays. (Face Coverings are Required)
Forest Supervisors Office: (559) 297-0706
Hours: Mon - Fri 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Closed Sat-Sun and Holidays. (Face Coverings are Required)
MAPS: You can purchase Sierra National Forest Visitor Maps through our partner organization, Three Forests Interpretive Association (3FIA). The 3FIA web site is now fully functioning to sell maps click here: www.3forests.us
The Sierra National Forest-Bass Lake Ranger District is initiating an environmental analysis of the proposed FY 20 Madera County Roads Buffer Fuels Treatment Project.
