Situated in the Sierra Nevada, just south of the Cascade Range, the Plumas is versatile in its land features, uncrowded, and enhanced by a pleasant climate. Outdoor enthusiasts are attracted year round to its many streams and lakes, beautiful deep canyons, rich mountain valleys, meadows, and lofty peaks. Come and enjoy your national forests!
Trail Closures due to Fire:
Please Visit the Pacific Crest Trail website for more information.
Canyon Complex Fire Information
Feather Falls Scenic Area Closure
Quick Information:
Woodcutting Suspended - Forest Order 14-08 - These restrictions are being implemented due to the current “very dry” forest fuels conditions and the current and forecasted weather that indicate hot and dry conditions will continue the remainder of the summer months into the fall. The potential for a new fire start to exhibit extreme fire behavior is high.
Caltrans Announces Tentative Work Schedule
for the I-5 Boat Section Repair Project
On May 30, 2008, work will begin on the downtown Sacramento Interstate 5 "Boat Section" repair project. Motorists traveling through downtown
Sacramento should prepare for intermittent full closures and detours. For up to date information, including project schedule, detour maps and
closure info, visit the FIX I-5 Project website.
Travel Management and Route Designation
The Plumas National Forest is currently working on Steps 3 & 4 of the OHV Route Designation process. The environmental ID team has been designated by the Forest Supervisor. OHV Route Designation Environmental Analysis Starting
Secure
Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination
Act Extension
The Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination act of 2000 (SRS) (PL 106-393) was enacted to provide transitional assistance to rural counties affected by the decline in revenue from timber harvests on federal lands. Cycle 7 funding is now available.
Sierra Nevada Forest Plan Amendment
Forest Service Chief upholds Management Plan for Sierra Nevada Forests with minor changes.
Come Hurricane or Storm, USDA Prepares
Wagner to Lead Pacific Northwest Region of the U.S. Forest Service
U.S. Forest Service Chief Abigail R. Kimbell announced the appointment of Mary Wagner as Regional Forester of the Pacific Northwest Region of the Forest Service.
Agpaoa to Lead Southern Region of the U.S. Forest Service
U.S. Forest Service Chief Abigail R. Kimbell today appointed Elizabeth (Liz) Agpaoa as Southern Regional Forester (Region 8).
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