U.S. Forest Service - Shasta-Trinity National Forest

U.S. Forest Service - Shasta-Trinity National Forest The Shasta-Trinity National Forest page is designed to inform the public of the events, activities and recreational opportunities on the forest.

The mission of the USDA Forest Service is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of the Nation's forests and grasslands to meet the needs of present and future generations. The Forest Service motto, "Caring for the Land and Serving People," captures the spirit of our mission, which we accomplish through five main activities:

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Zebra mussels spread quickly and harm lakes, rivers and native species. Help stop them before they move to new waters.Do...
06/23/2026

Zebra mussels spread quickly and harm lakes, rivers and native species. Help stop them before they move to new waters.

Do your part:

• Clean your gear
• Drain all water
• Dry everything completely

Protect local waters and enjoy your big backyard.

Shasta-Trinity National Forest firefighters responded to a number of wildfires caused by lightning associated with thund...
06/20/2026

Shasta-Trinity National Forest firefighters responded to a number of wildfires caused by lightning associated with thunderstorms that moved through the area Friday.

Included in those incidents:

➡️Baker Fire, near Baker Ridge, 0.1 acre. This fire is out.
➡️Blue Fire, east of Blue Mountain, 0.25 acre. This fire is out.
➡️Deer Fire, east of Deer Lick Road and Browns Creek, single tree. This fire is out.
➡️Whitney Fire, south of Trinity Dam Boulevard and Montgomery Creek Road, 0.1 acre. This fire is out.

Firefighters are using a full suppression strategy on these incidents.
We ask the public to be mindful of firefighters and firefighting vehicles that are operating near these incidents.

The Forest Service will be monitoring the areas where lightning was seen to look for any additional fires that might occur.

📸Fire Service photo of the scene of the Blue Fire.

TEMPORARY OFFICE CLOSURE: MCCLOUD RANGER STATIONThe McCloud Ranger Station office will be closed Saturday, June 20. The ...
06/19/2026

TEMPORARY OFFICE CLOSURE: MCCLOUD RANGER STATION

The McCloud Ranger Station office will be closed Saturday, June 20. The office will re-open Monday, June 22.

Offices of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest will be closed on Friday in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. National...
06/19/2026

Offices of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest will be closed on Friday in observance of the Juneteenth holiday. National forests and grasslands will remain open for your enjoyment.

🌲 GETTING WORK DONE ON THE TRAILS 🌲The Mount Shasta Ranger District of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest hosted a three...
06/18/2026

🌲 GETTING WORK DONE ON THE TRAILS 🌲

The Mount Shasta Ranger District of the Shasta-Trinity National Forest hosted a three-day workshop with IMBA Trail Solutions through the Forest Service’s Trails and Technical Assistance Program earlier this month.

Seventeen local partners and seven staff members participated in classroom and field work, with one of the field days coinciding with the June 6 National Trails Day.

Participants learned about sustainable trail maintenance and then worked in the field, improving trails in the Gateway Trails System and on the Sisson-Callahan National Recreation Trail.

Recreation is one of the Forest Service’s main priorities. Including partners in training and trail project implementation goes a long way toward making our forests more accessible and enjoyable.

Thanks to everyone who took part to learn and help make our trails a little better!

📸Forest Service photos of participants in the Trail Stewardship Training Program held earlier this month.

Shasta-Trinity National Forest firefighters from our Hayfork and Yolla Bolla Ranger Districts recently completed readine...
06/18/2026

Shasta-Trinity National Forest firefighters from our Hayfork and Yolla Bolla Ranger Districts recently completed readiness review exercises in Trinity County.

Firefighters used the exercises to demonstrate readiness to tackle a wildfire. Crews dug containment lines, put a hose lay around a simulated fire, and engaged in mop-up work to simulate initial attack response to a wildfire incident. They also practiced how to provide first-aid during a simulated medical emergency.

These exercises are critical in getting ready for the upcoming fire season. Knowing the equipment, practicing communication and working together as a team were all part of the exercise.

We’d like to remind the public to do their part in preventing new fires. Be sure you’re not dragging chains behind your vehicle and keep your tires properly inflated. Be sure to put out any campfires, never leave a campfire unattended, and do not park in tall grass.

📸Forest Service photos by Troy Boudro and Roy Jones of readiness review exercises on Tuesday, June 16, in Harrison Gulch.

Smokey Bear is visiting the Shasta County Fair this week, joined by employees from the Shasta Lake District. Throughout ...
06/18/2026

Smokey Bear is visiting the Shasta County Fair this week, joined by employees from the Shasta Lake District. Throughout the fair, he'll be meeting families, slaying dragons, and teaching kids the importance of preventing wildfires.

More than 80% of wildfires are caused by human activity, making education and prevention critical. Be sure to stop by and learn how everyone can help protect our forests and communities

🌲 Tree climbing demonstration at Cone Camp 🌲Approximately 50 people attended the Tree Climbing Demonstration at Cone Cam...
06/17/2026

🌲 Tree climbing demonstration at Cone Camp 🌲

Approximately 50 people attended the Tree Climbing Demonstration at Cone Camp, held at the Shasta-Trinity National Forests Fawn Campground on Trinity Lake. Participants learned about the important role climbers play in forest reforestation efforts.

The climbing team included climbers from Shasta-Trinity and Plumas National Forests, along with one contractor. These climbers are responsible for collecting cones from carefully selected trees that exhibit desirable genetic traits. Species targeted for collection include cedar, ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, and sugar pine, with special attention given to traits such as disease and rust resistance.

Cone Camp is sponsored by American Forests as part of the California reforestation pipeline. The work supports long-term forest restoration by gathering seeds that will be used to grow future forests. As participants emphasized, “we are gathering seeds for the future.”

Before collections begin, teams survey suitable cone collection areas, often focusing on accessible locations such as flat terrain and roadsides. Each forest is provided with a roster identifying the species and quantities needed to meet reforestation goals.

After cones are collected, they are processed so the seeds can be extracted, stored, and eventually grown into seedlings for future planting projects.

A recurring theme throughout the demonstration was the importance of care, compassion, and heart in the work. The climbers and forestry professionals highlighted their commitment to protecting forest health and ensuring that future generations benefit from resilient, genetically diverse forests.

📸Forest Service photos showing tree-climbing and cone-collecting techniques at Cone Camp.

Forest Service recreation crew members, along with a worker from the Weaverville SMART Workforce Center, completed field...
06/16/2026

Forest Service recreation crew members, along with a worker from the Weaverville SMART Workforce Center, completed field work at the KOA campground on Trinity Lake north of Trinity Center.

Crew members used a wood chipper to eliminate fuels from the forest floor following a thinning project in the Trinity camps. They also broke out trimmers to cut back weeds and other ground cover vegetation at the campground.

Many of the crew members are seasonal recreation technicians who were hired by the Forest Service for the summer.

Recreation is one of the main priorities for the Forest Service. Many people’s first experiences with the Shasta-Trinity National Forest and all Forest System lands comes from outdoor recreation – something we value and encourage. Making those experiences as enjoyable as possible is our goal.

📸Forest Service photos by Logan McClaren of fuels reduction and vegetation management work being done at the KOA campground near Trinity Lake.

🌲NATIONAL GET OUTDOORS DAY🌲Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day today with a hike in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest! ...
06/13/2026

🌲NATIONAL GET OUTDOORS DAY🌲

Celebrate National Get Outdoors Day today with a hike in the Shasta-Trinity National Forest! Time in nature can reduce stress, improve sleep, boost creativity, and support memory and cognition. A short hike can make a big difference.

is a fee-free day, providing use of all standard amenity recreation sites on national forests and grasslands at no cost.

📸Forest Service photo

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