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California Highway Patrol Rescues Snowmobile Accident Victim Near Kirkwood

Monday, April 14

On April 5, 2025, at around 2:00 PM, California Highway Patrol’s H-20, was called by the Amador County Fire Department to help with a snowmobile accident near Mud Lake, outside Kirkwood, CA. H-20 took off from Auburn and reached the area in 30 minutes.... Read More.

Aerial Rescue: Swift Response to Snowmobile Accident Near Mud Lake

Wednesday, April 9

On April 5, 2025, at approximately 2:00 pm, H-20 was requested by the Amador County Fire Department to assist with a snowmobile accident in a remote area near Mud Lake, located outside Kirkwood, CA. We launched from the Auburn base and arrived within 30... Read More.

Morgan Summit Snowmobile Trails to Remain Closed This Winter Due to Post-Fire Impacts

Tuesday, November 26

The Morgan Summit Snowmobile Trail system in Lassen National Forest will remain closed for the upcoming winter season, as announced by forest officials. Concerns over post-fire impacts from the recent Park Fire have prompted this decision to prioritize public safety.The Park Fire has left... Read More.

Morgan Summit Snowmobile Park Vandalized

Monday, November 25

The Lassen National Forest has reported vandalism at Morgan Summit Snowmobile Park, where spray-painted graffiti was discovered on the park’s facilities. The damage highlights the challenges of maintaining public lands, as graffiti is notoriously difficult and expensive to remove. Restoration efforts, if feasible, often... Read More.

Quincy Man Hospitalized After Crashing his Snowmobile into a Rock in the Plumas National Forest

Thursday, February 1

The Quincy CHP office says, a 56-year-old man from Quincy was riding near Mud Lake in the Lakes Basin Area of the National Forest, when he collided with a rock, ejecting him from the vehicle.The force of being thrown resulted in injuries that prevented... Read More.

High Speed Snowmobile Crash Leaves Three Injured

Monday, January 17

Three snowmobilers were involved in a high-speed crash west of Lake Davis. Plumas County Search and Rescue successfully located the people involved as they were being taken down the hill by fellow snowmobilers who happened to come across the incident. Search and Rescue along... Read More.