Shasta-Trinity National Forest

To all Shasta-Trinity National Forest visitors

The area near the Red Salmon Complex Fire remains closed. Areas in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest portion of the August Complex Fire are open as of November 25, 2020, except for campgrounds and roads in the Forest Glen area. The Spring Fire area closure on the South Fork Management Unit and Fox Fire area closure on the Trinity River Management Unit have been lifted.

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We continue to recommend that you recreate locally. Also all visitors should practice self-sufficiency during your visit to the area. Responsible recreation practices should be maintained at all times, including:

• Maintaining at least six feet distancing from others
• Do not gather in groups and please follow the latest guidance from officials
• Pack out your trash and leave with everything you bring in and use.
• All services may not be available, so please plan accordingly.

Shasta-Trinity NF offering virtual information services in response to COVID-19

Popular Recreation Activities

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Recent News

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Fuel reduction project set to begin at McBride Plantations near Mt. Shasta
Release Date: Dec 1, 2020
Forests launch August Complex post-fire rapid assessment team
Release Date: Nov 25, 2020
Shasta-Trinity National Forest lifts some fire area closures
Release Date: Nov 25, 2020

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