There are 59 developed campgrounds of which 36 meet the selection criteria. The latitude and longitude coordinates of sierra national forest are 37. T k t c closed in winter c converse basin grove a n y. Explore the forest on the sierra vista scenic byway leading to campgrounds. There are local ranger district offices in north fork and prather. Best kid friendly trails in sierra national forest.
Interactive travel map united states forest service. National forest located on the western slope of central sierra nevada in the state of california. Sierra national forest clovis 2020 all you need to. Sierra national forest, sited between kings canyon and yosemite national parks, offers a chance to hike and camp in nearcomplete solitude. Planning is essential, though public transport is nonexistent, and roads and trails can often close due to bad weather. In summary, the decision will close the forest to cross country travel, add unauthorized routes and make changes to the existing motorized national forest transportation system roads, trails and areas. Below are weather averages from 1971 to 2000 according to data gathered from the nearest official weather station. National forest located on the western slope of central sierra nevada in central california and bounded on the northwest by yosemite national park and the south by kings canyon national park. The stewards of the sierra national forest are non discriminating partners of the sierra national forest. The interactive page gives you the entire lassen national forest broken into quads, clicking on quad produces a pdf rendering map of that area. Interactive visitor map forest service visitor map. Numerous forest campgrounds are within an hours drive of the national park. The forest also has a variety of mountain flora and fauna and features various wildlife animals. The tom harrison map of the sierra national forest is far above any other map of this area for multiuse trail and offpavement exploration.
Mono creek is a 17 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near mono hot springs, california and is rated as difficult. Exploring the news and events of the lassen national forest i stumbled upon a resource that is perfect for exploring the lassen national forest. In addition, the forest manages public lands in national forests and grasslands. In 2017, the forest service released a draft plan for the forest that recommended no new wilderness.
National forest campground guide sierra national forest campgrounds. Buy trail maps for for dayhikes or backpacking trips at park visitor centers or through the sequoia parks conservancys online store. Because there are hundreds of miles of trails in these parks, were unable to provide detailed printable trail maps online. These designations apply only to national forest system roads, national forest system trails, and areas on national. Sierra national forest 57003 road 225 north fork, ca. Detailed descriptions of campgrounds in the sierra national forest. Forest information sierra national forest campgrounds. National geographics trails illustrated map of shaver lake will help all outdoor enthusiasts navigate their way off the beaten path and back again, around this very popular area of sierra national forest between yosemite national park and sequoia national forest.
Rock giant forest museum 6409ft 1954m j i amphitheater point n par castle rocks 9180ft 2798m atwell grove atwell mill 6540ft 1993m 6725ft 2050m o ati o kaweah redwood nmeadow nql mount eisen 12160ft 3706m. Thousands of people commented on the plan urging additional protection for wild places. Inside the large sierra national forest are many different places. Explore 25 million acres of timeless traditions, local culture, events, and worldclass adventures from lava beds national monument to sequoia and kings canyon national parks. This map is to be used with the sierra national forest motor vehicle use map mvum. Sierra national forest 57003 road 225 north fork ca 93643.
Sierra national forest, a california national forest. While pleasant enough, there is a ten dollar minimum fee to stop for any length of. The sierra national forest is referred to throughout this document as sierra nf, or the forest. Sierra national forest topo map, fresno county ca kaiser. You can purchase national forest visitor maps through our partner organization. This format can be viewed within your browser or printed out on your printer. Schedule of proposed actions are available on this website in both pdf portable document format and html page format. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u.
The following motor vehicle use maps have been prepared and issued under 36 cfr 212. The forest hosts several superlatives, including mount whitney, the highest point in the contiguous united states. Forest service sierra national forest home facebook. The sierra national forest land and resource management plan is referred to as the lrmp. Draft revised land management plan for the sierra national. Sierra national forest forest region, california, united. The data displayed on these maps is maintained by the u. The trail is primarily used for hiking, trail running, camping, and backpacking and is best used from june until september. Usda forest service caring for the land and serving people. One of the many attractions of the sierra national forest is the abundance of recreation opportunities. The mvum shows the national forest system roads, national forest system trails, and the areas on the national forest system lands in the sierra national forest that are designated for motor vehicle use pursuant to 36 cfr 212.
The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is huntington l which is approximately 3 miles away and has an elevation of 7,020 feet 1,776 feet lower than sierra national forest. Lassen national forest provides printable pdf maps by quad. National forest visitor maps provide an overview of recreational uses, trails, roads, streams, lakes, landforms, land administration, visitor centers, facilities. The sierra national forest is located on the western slope of the central sierra nevada. Click the image to view a full size jpg 850 kb or download the pdf 4. Sierra national forest, north california trail map. Home central sierra area maps sierra national forest. Forest tharps tunnel log crescent meadow road open summer only. Sierra national forest visitor map us forest service r5 avenza.
This guide is also available for free at all sierra national forest offices and visitor centers. We stopped at the indian flat day use area on the highway 140 entrance into yosemite for a few minutes to eat a picnic lunch. Usa national forest topographic maps with trail mileages. Forest headquarters are located in clovis, california. We will continue to update it with additional information as it. Bass lake ranger district 57003 road 225 north fork, ca 93643 5598772218 high sierra ranger district 29688 auberry road prather, ca 93651 5598555355 sierra national forest headquarters 1600 tollhouse road clovis, ca 93611 5592970706. Forest information the sierra national forest, located northeast of fresno, ca, borders the yosemite national park on the south, kings canyon national park on the west, and giant sequoia national monument northern unit on the north. The pdf maps mobile app, developed by avenza systems inc.
The forest is known for its mountain scenery and natural resources. Using pdf maps on your iphone or cellularenabled ipad, you can find yourself on the map and follow your location as your travel. The sierra nf assessment begins with an introduction to provide background about the process and to describe the assessment area. Motor vehicle use map mvum for hume lake ranger district 1. At elevations ranging from as low as 900 feet to just under 14,000 feet, the forest has a variety of environments, including tranquil. Sierra national forest 3000 official mapquest maps. Sierra national forest travel guide what to do in sierra. On these forests, use or possession of a motor vehicle inconsistent with these designations is prohibited under 36 cfr 261. T he sierra national forest in california features some of the most iconic wild places in the central sierra nevada.
Click the image to view a full size gif 100 kb or download. Sierra national forest, region of forests and streams in central california, u. Sierra national forest organizes several recreational opportunities and camps. The sierra national forest is not only a wonderful place to hike, camp, mountain bike, crosscountry ski, hunt, and fish. It was established in 1905 from an earlier 1893 forest reserve.
Sierra national forest is covered by the kaiser peak, ca us topo map quadrant. Forest visitor maps, national forest atlas, and wilderness maps. Tillamook state forest recreation guide welcome to the tillamook state forest o y g e m t. Best views trails in sierra national forest alltrails. The sierra national forest has released its record of decision and final environmental impact statement for travel management. Forest service sierra national forest, clovis, california. This is a detail map of sequoia and kings canyon showing the parks roads in greater detail than the map above. Use our sierra nevada travel planning map and the free mobile app to guide you through a breathtaking landscape that shapes our lives and unforgettable vacations. Best kid friendly trails in sierra national forest alltrails. Sierra national forest sierra nevada geotourism mapguide. Established in 1905, it is administered by the department of agriculture.
The pdf file format allows documents to be saved in one common format that is downloadable by anyone. From clovis travel northeast into the forest and north to adjacent yosemite national park. This interactive travel map supplements the corresponding motor vehicle use map mvum by displaying on detailed color maps the national forest system nfs roads, nfs trails, and areas on nfs lands that are designated for motor vehicle use on that mvum, as well as nearby points of interest. Anyone who is interested in visiting sierra national forest can print the free topographic map and street map using the link above. The mapmaker understands the importance of a graphic hierarchy in presenting the myriad details in a recreation map and you can actually find what youre looking for. Information on travel management direction on other. Inyo national forest is a united states national forest covering parts of the eastern sierra nevada of california and the white mountains of california and nevada. Description the sierra national forest encompasses 1. Forest service pacific southwest region sierra national forest r5mb295 may 2016. Also available for the avenza pdf maps app is a digital version of the popular 11th edition friends of jawbone ohv trail map. Stewards of the sierra national forest is a division of ctuc a 501c3 nonprofit public benefit corporation. Sierra national forest topo map in fresno county, california. Sierra national forest visitor map us forest service r5.
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