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<\/p>\nSonora, CA…With Labor Day weekend upon us, visitors to the Stanislaus National Forest will enjoy a final weekend of summer recreation. While visitors can still enjoy activities like camping, backpacking, and picnicking in the great outdoors of both the forest and Yosemite National Park, extreme temperatures and increased fire danger remain the order of the day.<\/p>\n
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Parts of Calaveras and Summit ranger districts remain closed to the public due to the Donnell Fire. Visitors are reminded that Highway 108 is open for through traffic only \u2013 please do not stop between Eagle Meadow Road (5N01) and Sonora Pass. All trailheads and camping areas in this area remain closed. The fire is continuing to burn in the eastern and northeastern sections of the forest, toward the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. Although Carson-Iceberg Wilderness is closed, visitors with a wilderness permit may hike and camp into the Emigrant Wilderness from around Kennedy Meadows. Visitors are cautioned that the Pacific Crest Trail remains closed between Sonora Pass and Ebbetts Pass.<\/p>\n
We urge safety and preparedness when traveling this holiday in wildland areas. Remember, Know Before You Go, especially around the fire areas. Be sure you know how to react if you find yourself on the forest near a fire. Check with Forest ranger staff or firefighters in your area to learn more. Be aware that smoke may be present around the Forest this weekend and that everyone in your group is prepared for that.<\/p>\n
Be especially aware of fire equipment and firefighters as you drive on the forest. There is road and equipment repair underway, in addition to fighting the fire.<\/p>\n
Forest Orders STF-16-2018-02 and STF-16-2018-03 prohibit campfires, cook stoves and smoking outside developed campgrounds, except in the developed recreation sites in moderate and high fire hazard areas. To see the guidelines visit https:\/\/go.usa.gov\/xUhGB.<\/p>\n
Camping:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Campfire restrictions are in place. Check at Visitor Centers for more information.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 If campfires are allowed, obtain a campfire permit<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Clear away grass, leaves and other debris within 5 feet of campfire or grill<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Have a responsible person in attendance at all times<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Ensure all campfires are completely extinguished before leaving<\/p>\n
\u00b7 When barbecuing, never leave the grill unattended<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Children near open flame should always be supervised by a responsible adult<\/p>\n
The following lists trailheads, campgrounds and OHV areas from all ranger districts and whether each is open or restricts access.<\/p>\n
Calaveras Ranger District<\/p>\n
Open Campgrounds<\/p>\n
Bloomfield 1 and 2, Hermit Valley, Pacific Valley, Mosquito Lakes, Silvertip, Lake Alpine, Pine Marten, Silver Valley, Backpackers, Utica Reservoir including Sandy Flat and Rocky Point, Union Reservoir including East and West, Spicer and Spicer Group Camp, Lodgepole and Lodgepole group camp and Stanislaus campground.<\/p>\n
Open Lakes<\/p>\n
All lakes, including Lake Alpine, are open for boats except for Spicer Lake.<\/p>\n
Trails: <\/p>\n
The Pacific Crest Trail is closed between Highway 108 and Highway 4. The PCT is open south of Highway 108.<\/p>\n
All other trails are open, but there is limited access to the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness – one side of trail in the wilderness area may be closed. Please check the fire closure map carefully: Link to FS webpage.<\/p>\n
Hunters: Please be aware that portions of D5 and D6 deer hunting zones are within the fire closure area (link again) and are NOT open at this time.<\/p>\n
Open OHV areas:<\/p>\n
Interface<\/p>\n
Black Springs<\/p>\n
Cabbage Patch<\/p>\n
Rattlesnake<\/p>\n
Closed OHV areas:<\/p>\n
None<\/p>\n
Groveland Ranger District<\/p>\n
Open Campgrounds<\/p>\n
The Pines Campground (fee)<\/p>\n
Lost Claim Campground (fee)<\/p>\n
Sweetwater Campground(fee)<\/p>\n
Diamond O Campground (fee)<\/p>\n
Cherry Valley Campground (fee)<\/p>\n
Lumsden Campground (no fee)<\/p>\n
South Fork Campground (no fee)<\/p>\n
Spinning Wheel dispersed camping area (no fee\/no services)<\/p>\n
Joe Walt Run dispersed camping area (no fee\/no services)<\/p>\n
Cherry Borrow dispersed camping area (no fee\/no services)<\/p>\n
Closed Campgrounds<\/p>\n
Anderson Valley dispersed camping area (Ferguson Fire)<\/p>\n
Montgomery Gulch dispersed camping area (Ferguson Fire)<\/p>\n
Open day use areas<\/p>\n
Rainbow Pool<\/p>\n
Middle Fork<\/p>\n
Upper Carlon<\/p>\n
Lower Carlon<\/p>\n
Merals Pool<\/p>\n
Date Flat<\/p>\n
Open OHV areas:<\/p>\n
Jawbone pass<\/p>\n
Closed OHV areas:<\/p>\n
None<\/p>\n
Open Trail Heads<\/p>\n
Indian Creek: possible trees down on trail. Rock crossing at bottom of canyon washed out<\/p>\n
Hanby Trail: possible trees down on trail<\/p>\n
Tuolumne River Canyon Trail: possible trees down on trail<\/p>\n
Preston Falls<\/p>\n
Andresen Trail: possible trees down on trail<\/p>\n
Carlon Falls<\/p>\n
Diana Pool<\/p>\n
Lake Eleanor: possible trees down on trail.<\/p>\n
Kibbie Ridge trail: possible trees down on trail.<\/p>\n
Little Golden Forest<\/p>\n
Closed Trail Heads:<\/p>\n
Shingle Springs<\/p>\n
Mi-Wok Ranger District<\/p>\n
Open Campgrounds<\/p>\n
Crandall\/Deer Creek<\/p>\n
Fraser Flat<\/p>\n
Hull Creek<\/p>\n
Sandbar Flat<\/p>\n
River Ranch<\/p>\n
Closed Campgrounds<\/p>\n
None<\/p>\n
Open Day Use Areas<\/p>\n
Fraser Flat Fishing Pier Day Use<\/p>\n
Lyons Reservoir Day Use<\/p>\n
North Fork Day Use<\/p>\n
Closed Day Use Areas<\/p>\n
None<\/p>\n
OHV Areas Open<\/p>\n
Crandall OHV<\/p>\n
Hunter Creek<\/p>\n
OHV Areas Closed<\/p>\n
None<\/p>\n
Closed Trail Heads<\/p>\n
None<\/p>\n
Riverside Day Use<\/p>\n
Summit Ranger District:<\/p>\n
Open Campgrounds <\/p>\n
Pinecrest<\/p>\n
Meadowview<\/p>\n
Pioneer Group 1, 2 and 3<\/p>\n
Herring Reservoir<\/p>\n
Herring Creek<\/p>\n
Cascade Creek<\/p>\n
Beardsley Dam<\/p>\n
TeleLi puLaya<\/p>\n
Mill Creek<\/p>\n
Baker<\/p>\n
Deadman<\/p>\n
Pine Valley Horse Camp<\/p>\n
Kerrick Horse Camp<\/p>\n
Open Day Use Areas<\/p>\n
Pinecrest<\/p>\n
North Fork<\/p>\n
Riverside<\/p>\n
China Flat<\/p>\n
Closed Day Use Areas<\/p>\n
Beardsley Day Use Area<\/p>\n
Bennet Juniper<\/p>\n
Douglas Flat<\/p>\n
Cottonwood<\/p>\n
Open OHV Areas<\/p>\n
Herring Reservoir Area<\/p>\n
Closed OHV Areas<\/p>\n
Niagara Rim OHV Area<\/p>\n
Open Trailheads <\/p>\n
Pinecrest National Recreation Trail<\/p>\n
Bell Meadow<\/p>\n
Crabtree<\/p>\n
Gianelli<\/p>\n
Coyote Meadows<\/p>\n
Pine Valley<\/p>\n
Box Springs<\/p>\n
Bourland Meadows<\/p>\n
Waterhouse<\/p>\n
Kennedy Meadows TH (for Emigrant Wilderness traffic)<\/p>\n
Sonora Pass TH (southbound Pacific Coast Trail traffic),<\/p>\n
Closed Trailheads<\/p>\n
Arnot Creek<\/p>\n
Clark Fork<\/p>\n
County Line<\/p>\n
Disaster Creek<\/p>\n
Donnell Vista<\/p>\n
Seven Pines<\/p>\n
Saint Mary\u2019s Pass<\/p>\n
Wheats Meadow<\/p>\n
Column of the Giants<\/p>\n
All Emigrant Wilderness trails are open<\/p>\n
Pacific Crest Trail between Sonora Pass\/Highway 108 and Ebbetts Pass\/Highway 4 is closed<\/p>\n
Here are a few more important tips for enjoying this Labor Day holiday:<\/p>\n
Hazard Tree Awareness:<\/p>\n
The Stanislaus National Forest has experienced extensive tree mortality, both through fire and bark beetle infestations. While a great deal of work has been accomplished, dead and dying trees remain
\nLook Up, Look Down, Look Around before parking or setting up camp
\nDrive cautiously. Watch for road hazards including trees that have fallen
\nTraveling:<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Safe towing: dragging chains will throw sparks that easily ignite wildfires<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Be wheel safe: Check tire pressure before leaving home<\/p>\n
For more ways to be safe during Labor Day please visit www.PreventWildfireCA.org<\/p>\n
Enjoy your visit to your Stanislaus National Forest! For more information contact one of our offices:<\/p>\n
Stanislaus NF Supervisor\u2019s Office: 209-532-3671<\/p>\n
Calaveras Ranger District: 209-795-1381<\/p>\n
Groveland Ranger District 209-962-7825<\/p>\n
Summit Ranger District at 209-965-3434.<\/p>\n
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