MENDOCINO NATIONAL FOREST, Calif. – Mendocino National Forest offices will close Monday, Sept. 2, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.

Regular business hours will resume Tuesday, Sept. 3, at all offices except for the Stonyford Work Center, which will close Tuesday, Sept. 3, and reopen Wednesday, Sept. 4.

To prepare for a trip to the Mendocino, know before you go. Fire restrictions remain in effect, (Order No. 08-19-04).

Officials remind the public that it’s critical to practice fire safety at all times while visiting the forest.

In addition, the Ranch fire closure is in effect (Order No. 08-19-03).

Forest Orders are posted here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/mendocino/home/?cid=FSEPRD509485 .

High-clearance vehicles are recommended for travel across the forest. The road report is here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/mendocino/home/?cid=FSEPRD628534 .

Remember that food, gas, and lodging are not available on the forest road network or within forest boundaries.

Carry emergency equipment and appropriate maps in your vehicle. Cell phone coverage is not reliable in many areas of the forest. Check the weather forecast before heading out and be aware that conditions can change suddenly in the high country.

Also, one of the great attractions of the Mendocino National Forest is the potential to observe animals in their natural setting. In the camping area, store food and equipment so that they won’t invite loss or damage by wildlife.