Recreation
FORT BRAGG, Calif. – Cal Fire’s Mendocino Unit will open seasonal roads and closed roads within the Jackson Demonstration State Forest on Wednesday, June 10, for the dry period.
Motorists are advised that it is always unlawful to operate unlicensed vehicles – including off-road vehicles with or without green stickers – on state forest roads.
Off-road travel with motorized vehicles is not permitted on the state forest. Please do not drive on roads that are wet and have soft surfaces, even if they are formally open.
Other closed roads may still be used for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding if outside of an active timber operation area.
Each year, seasonal openings/closures occur, please refer to the website or contact the office for current information.
The Cal Fire Jackson Demonstration State Forest office is located at 802 N. Main St. in Fort Bragg, telephone 707-964-5674. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed from noon to 1 p.m. weekdays.
Multiple uses that benefit the public, the economy and natural resources are what our demonstration forests are all about.
Motorists are advised that it is always unlawful to operate unlicensed vehicles – including off-road vehicles with or without green stickers – on state forest roads.
Off-road travel with motorized vehicles is not permitted on the state forest. Please do not drive on roads that are wet and have soft surfaces, even if they are formally open.
Other closed roads may still be used for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding if outside of an active timber operation area.
Each year, seasonal openings/closures occur, please refer to the website or contact the office for current information.
The Cal Fire Jackson Demonstration State Forest office is located at 802 N. Main St. in Fort Bragg, telephone 707-964-5674. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed from noon to 1 p.m. weekdays.
Multiple uses that benefit the public, the economy and natural resources are what our demonstration forests are all about.
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- Written by: Cal Fire
As requested by county officials, California Department of Fish and Wildlife Director Charlton H. Bonham is lifting the delay of the trout opener in Inyo County.
Beginning May 28, trout season will be open in the county.
The trout season was originally scheduled to open in Inyo County on April 25.
In April, CDFW had discussions with county leadership regarding trout fishing, which typically draws a high tourism influx to the area.
Local officials were concerned about the transmission of COVID-19 and its potential to put a strain on their healthcare systems.
Further, all nonessential businesses including lodging, dining and camping options were closed in compliance with state and local public health officers' orders.
Thus, CDFW, in consultation with Fish and Game Commission President Eric Sklar, delayed the opener through May 31.
However, in a letter on Tuesday, Inyo County officials requested that CDFW end the delay before May 31, indicating that the county received approval from the California Department of Public Health to move into the Governor's Phase Two, Stage Two Resilience Roadmap and would begin discussions of reopening.
Though county officials requested the opening on May 27, CDFW required one additional day for consultation and processing this request, thus the delay in Inyo County will expire at midnight on May 27 and fishing can resume on May 28.
This decision does not affect the trout season in any other county.
CDFW reminds anglers to abide by all state and local health guidelines regarding non-essential travel and physical distancing. Staying home in order to stay healthy is still the best way to keep yourself and others safe.
Anglers are also advised to check with local authorities on the status of access points as many site closures and access restrictions exist and may change daily.
Pursuant to the emergency regulation approved by the Commission, CDFW will provide accurate information for the angling public at this website or by phone at 916-445-7600.
Beginning May 28, trout season will be open in the county.
The trout season was originally scheduled to open in Inyo County on April 25.
In April, CDFW had discussions with county leadership regarding trout fishing, which typically draws a high tourism influx to the area.
Local officials were concerned about the transmission of COVID-19 and its potential to put a strain on their healthcare systems.
Further, all nonessential businesses including lodging, dining and camping options were closed in compliance with state and local public health officers' orders.
Thus, CDFW, in consultation with Fish and Game Commission President Eric Sklar, delayed the opener through May 31.
However, in a letter on Tuesday, Inyo County officials requested that CDFW end the delay before May 31, indicating that the county received approval from the California Department of Public Health to move into the Governor's Phase Two, Stage Two Resilience Roadmap and would begin discussions of reopening.
Though county officials requested the opening on May 27, CDFW required one additional day for consultation and processing this request, thus the delay in Inyo County will expire at midnight on May 27 and fishing can resume on May 28.
This decision does not affect the trout season in any other county.
CDFW reminds anglers to abide by all state and local health guidelines regarding non-essential travel and physical distancing. Staying home in order to stay healthy is still the best way to keep yourself and others safe.
Anglers are also advised to check with local authorities on the status of access points as many site closures and access restrictions exist and may change daily.
Pursuant to the emergency regulation approved by the Commission, CDFW will provide accurate information for the angling public at this website or by phone at 916-445-7600.
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- Written by: California Department of Fish and Wildlife
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