Highway Opens Through Lassen Volcanic Ntl Park

Lassen Volcanic National Park opens its 30-mile highway for the summer and Fall seasons. Operations to re-open the highway was stalled due to the higher-than-average snowpack, and the park service says you should still prepare for winter conditions in higher elevations when visiting. This... Read More.

Lassen Volcanic Ntl Park RX Burns Bring Smoke to Mineral Area

Over the next week, more smoke impacts will come to the Lassen Volcanic National Park. The Park’s fire management staff plans to initiate a 30-acre prescribed fire project in the Mineral Headquarters area. The project is expected to last up to 3 days, with residual... Read More.

Modoc Ntl Forest Snowpack Doubles 30yr Average

Modoc National Forest says the snowpack around the forest is impressive, matching that of the snowpack across the state. The Forest Service completed its largest round of snow surveys for the 2023 season.A survey was completed at Blue Lake to round out the month... Read More.

Lassen Ntl Forest Seeks Comments on OHV Grants Cycle

The Lassen National Forest is seeking funding support for its Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) program through grant applications submitted to the California State OHV Recreation Division (OHMVR). The forest intends to propose a law enforcement project that includes OHV area patrols and enforcement as part... Read More.

Pile Burning Projects Resume in Plumas Ntl Forest

Plumas National Forest firefighters are set to continue their pile-burning activities across the forest this week, with successful treatment in Butterfly Valley last week. In the Mount Hough Ranger District, firefighters have treated 29 acres of piles in the Genesee area.Tomorrow expect to see... Read More.

Lassen Volcanic Ntl Park Keeps HWY thru Park Closed Due to Snow

The Lassen Volcanic National Park reminds you that the highway running through the park remains closed following the winter storm. Highway 89 is closed from the Kohm Yah-mah-nee Visitor Center from the Southwest entrance and Loomis Plaza from the Northwest entrance. The park received... Read More.

Modoc Ntl Forest Prepares for Winter and Lifts Fire Restrictions

The Modoc National Forest is beginning to winterize many of the forest's recreational sites. Water services have been shut off, and trash collection and restroom cleaning services are also coming to a halt as winter conditions limit site access. Some have already received a... Read More.