More Campgrounds and Day Use Areas Open in Lassen National Forest

As the spring season unfolds, the Lassen National Forest expands recreation opportunities. The rollout continues, and several campgrounds and day-use areas have opened their gates. Among the newly accessible sites are Honn, Bridge, Rocky, Cave, Hat Creek, and Big Pine campgrounds. Additionally, you can now... Read More.

New Burning Regulations Implemented by CAL FIRE

Susanville – Effective Wednesday, May 1, 2024, the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Lassen-Modoc Unit will require dooryard burning permits for residential burning within Lassen, Modoc, and Plumas Counties. Burn Permits are available online or at the self-service Kiosk located at CAL... Read More.

Slow Downs Expected Over Fredonyer

Prepare for delays today over Fredonyer summit. Caltrans says there will be lane closures for up to 15 minutes over the pass due to road buckling. It is unclear what caused the damage to the roadway, but Caltrans representatives say they were aware of the... Read More.

Fuel Treatment Projects Underway Across the Region-Expect Smoke

Another round of prescribed burns are underway in the Lassen National Forest, bringing smoke impacts to Fall River Mills and surrounding areas. Forest officials say burns are on the Hat Creek RD on the Eastside Underburn Units and will be weather-permitted. This is located about... Read More.

County Considers 100K+ Wildlife Management Pact with APHIS

Lassen considers entering into an agreement with APHIS, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services—Wildlife Services sector, for wildlife damage management assistance. If approved by the Supervisors today, the 103,000-dollar contract spanning July 1st through June 2025 would allow APHIS to create a work plan to... Read More.