Plumas National Forest has initiated a new forest closure order in response to ongoing safety concerns and the need for further work after the 2020 North Complex fire. The previous order, which expired recently, shuttered numerous recreation sites, including campgrounds and trailheads.
While several sites are set to reopen, the updated closure order, effective from now through July 1, 2025, maintains closures for five campgrounds, three trailheads, and one bridge. This includes Butte Bar, Feather Falls, Little North Fork, Rogers Cow Camp and Stag Point campgrounds; Feather Falls, Sky High and Stag Point trailheads; and Toland Creek Bridge.
Although an oversight initially excluded the Little North Fork Trailhead, it remains effectively closed due to adjacent campground closures.
Recreation staff and partners are working on recovery efforts, with significant progress being made, such as hazard tree removal and bridge replacement at Feather Falls. However, forest officials say challenges persist, and extensive work is still required. The Feather Falls Campground is undergoing reconstruction and aims to reopen by Spring 2025.
Feather River District Ranger Loren Everest acknowledges the frustration but emphasizes the commitment to restoring access to the recreation sites. Public notifications will announce any modifications to the closure order, which is enforced to ensure safety and facilitate repair efforts.
Violating the closure order carries penalties of up to $5,000 for individuals or $10,000 for organizations, underlining the seriousness of the safety measures.
For further updates, you can visit the Plumas National Forest website or its Facebook page.
FOREST ORDER NO. 05-11-03-24-01
PLUMAS NATIONAL FOREST
Feather River Ranger District
Developed Recreation Site and Bridge Area Closure
Exhibit A, Closed Developed Recreation Sites
CLOSED FOREST CAMPGROUNDS:
Butte Bar, located within Township 23N, Range 08E, Section 36.
Feather Falls, located within Township 20N, Range 06E, Section 11.
Little North Fork, located within Township 22N, Range 06E, Section 12.
Rogers Cow Camp, located within Township 22N, Range 06E, Section 16.
Stag Point, located within Township 22N, Range 08E, Section 3.
CLOSED FOREST TRAILHEADS:
Feather Falls, located within Township 20N, Range 06E, Section 11.
Sky High, located within Township 22N, Range 06E, Section 22.
Stag Point -8M06, located within Township 22N, Range 08E, Section 3.
CLOSED BRIDGES:
Toland Creek, located within Township 23N, Range 6E, Section 26
