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Recreation - Recreation Report and Trip Planner

January 1 , 2009

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The Recreation Report will be issued monthly December, 2008 through March, 2009.
Weekly issues will resume April, 2009.

Current Events in the Sierra National Forest

Holiday Office Closures:
- Sierra National Forest Service offices in Prather, North Fork and Clovis will be closed January 1, 2008, in observance of the New Year’s Day Holiday
- Sierra National Forest Service offices in Prather, North Fork and Clovis will be closed January 19, 2008, in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday.
Recent Winter Road Closures:
- The Sierra Vista National Scenic Byway as well as many routes through the Bass Lake Ranger District are now under snow, and have closed for the winter season. Miami Motorcycle trails area remains open. If you plan to travel into the Sierra National Forest, take note that weather conditions may be extreme and roads may quickly become wet, muddy and icy. Be sure to pack tire chains when traveling through the Forest and leave an itinerary with a close family member or friend.
Skiing:
- Winter storms continue to bring snow to Sierra Summit Ski Resort. The entire mountain is open for skiing recreation. For information about skiing at Sierra Summit Ski Resort, please visit www.sierrasummit.com. Or call the 24 hour
  snow report at (559) 233-3330.

General Summary
The winter snow creates exiting opportunities to discover the Sierra National Forest through snowmobiling, Nordic, Alpine or Cross Country skiing, snowshoeing, sledding, dog sledding, snow camping or just playing in the snow. It's a wonderful time of the year! Rancheria Campground at Huntington Lake is open during the winter months for snow camping. Restroom facilities are available near the entrance to the campground. Remember to pack out what you pack in.

Forest visitors will find snow pack at elevations 5,000 feet and higher. All snow park areas in the Sierra National Forests, along Highway 168 above Shaver Lake, or along Highway 41 near Yosemite National Park, are open for use. Sno-Park Permits are required for parking in a Sno-Park area from November 1st through May 30th. Permits are $5.00 per day or $25.00 per season. For additional information about skiing, snowmobiling, and snow play opportunities, or for a list of Sno-park vendors, contact your local Sierra National Forest office or visit the Sierra National Forest website at http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/sierra/recreation/wintersports/index.shtml.

Trip Planner	Summary
Accessible Recreation Opportunities (PDF)	Overview of recreation facilities available for persons with disabilities.
America the Beautiful Passes Access, Senior and Annual Pass	The Access and Senior Passes provide discounts for the permanently disabled and for citizens over 62 years of age. The Annual Pass allows you to pay one yearly fee for access into federal sites such as national parks. Permits can be obtained at Sierra National Forest Offices.
Bears Food Storage Boxes Map	Overview on how to properly store food.
Boating	Whatever your boating choice, the Sierra National Forest provides numerous opportunities for canoeing, water skiing, sailing, fishing, windsurfing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, and house boating.
Campgrounds	Information on the status of campgrounds on the Sierra National Forest.
Campfire Permits Campfire Permit Online Campfire Restrictions	Information on how to obtain a campfire permit.
Fishing Regulations Fish Planting Schedule	Links take you to the California Department of Fish and Game website for fishing regulations and fish planting schedules.
Firewood Cutting	Information on obtaining a woodcutting permit. Permits are valid April 1 through November 30th.
Forest Service Cabin Rental	Information on renting a Forest Service cabin on the Kings River.
Hiking Trails and Trail Head Information	A listing of trails in the Sierra National Forest.
Horseback Riding and Guided Pack Trips	Information on businesses approved by the Forest Service to provide horseback riding and guided pack trips.
Hunting Regulations Hunting Zone Maps Hunting and the Use of Firearms (pdf)	Hunting is permitted in the Sierra National Forest. Link takes you to the California Department of Fish and Game website for information on Hunting season, regulations as well as maps.
Lakes and Reservoirs	A listing of the major lakes and reservoirs in or adjacent to the Sierra National Forest.
Lodging	A listing of local lodging in and around the Sierra National Forest
Forest Maps Online National Forest Map Store Map of Bass Lake Area Map of Courtright Lake Map of Edison Lake Map of Huntington Lake Area Map of Wishon Lake Sierra National Forest Visitor Map USGS Maps of National Forests Map Order Form	Electronic version of the Sierra National Forest maps as well other maps available online. Also, a link to the National Forest Map store that sell maps online.
Off-Highway Vehicle Routes Status Off Highway Vehicle Use Information Off Highway Vehicle Route Designation	Provides information of riding OHV on the forest as well as current status on routes. Also link to the planning process to designate as system of roads, trails and areas for OHV use.
Pets	Pets are welcome in the Sierra National Forest. Here are some guidelines you will need to follow if you are bring your pet with you on your visit.
Picnic and Day Use Areas	A listing of all Picnic and Day Use areas on the Sierra National Forest.
Road Conditions Sierra National Forest Roads – Cal Trans Update CALTRANS	Road Condition and Status information.
Sierra Vista Scenic Byway	Information on the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway
Visitor Information Centers and Ranger Stations	For information on office hours and days open of all offices on the Sierra National Forest.
Web Cams Bass Lake Sierra Summit Ski Resort	These web cams are hosted by non-government websites.
Weather	The most up to date weather information provided by the National Weather Service.
Whitewater Rafting	Provides overview of whitewater rafting opportunities on the Sierra National Forest
Wilderness Areas Dinkey Lakes Wilderness Trailhead Map Kaiser Wilderness Trailhead Map Wilderness Pemits Wilderness Reservation Form Wilderness Area Bear Box locations Food Storage Boxes Map Leave No Trace	Information on the John Muir, Ansel Adams, Dinkey and Kaiser Wilderness Areas
Winter Sports Sno Park Permits	Information on winter sports areas on the Sierra National Forest.

US Forest Service - Sierra National Forest
Last Modified: Friday, 02 January 2009 at 07:41:22 EST

Sierra National Forest

Recreation - Recreation Report and Trip Planner

January 1 , 2009

The Recreation Report will be issued monthly December, 2008 through March, 2009. Weekly issues will resume April, 2009.

Current Events in the Sierra National Forest

The Recreation Report will be issued monthly December, 2008 through March, 2009.
Weekly issues will resume April, 2009.