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U.S. Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region
A diverse landscape awaits
From the tallest mountains to the rolling sea, adventure awaits! The National Forests in California are home to such unique scenic areas as Mt. Shasta, Lake Tahoe, Mt. Whitney, and the Big Sur coast.
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Virtual Services
Visit our Recreation Site Status Map and FAQ's for answers to many common visitor questions. If you need assistance or have any questions, please use our contact us form. Versión en Español: Visite el Mapa de Estado Actual de Sitios de Recreación y Preguntas Frecuentes del visitante. Si necesita atención, por favor use nuestro formulario de contacto (inglés únicamente).
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Featured Programs
Region 5 employees work on a wide variety of innovative programs such as these, below.
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Popular Topics
This is a list featuring topics that visitors ask about the most.
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Confronting the Wildfire Crisis
USDA Forest Service announces additional landscapes to address wildfire risk to infrastructure and communities.
Recent News
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California Receives Additional $33M to Support Schools, Roads as Part of Investing in America
Release Date: Apr 12, 2024
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Redding Air Attack Base Enhancements More Than Double Firefighting Capability
Release Date: Apr 10, 2024
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Get Interactive with National Forest Trends in CA
Release Date: Apr 5, 2024
Features
Forest Focus: Audio Podcast
Forest Focus is a program about the National Forests in California, featuring specialists that work for the U.S. Forest Service and others who provide viewpoints on Forest Service issues.
California Forest News Video Series
In California Forest News we explore the National Forests in California. In the first episode, ‘California Fire Intensity,’ we examine the combination of factors that exacerbate wildfire intensity and behavior including fuel, wind, terrain, and drought. Thanks for watching!
Spotlights
Urban Forestry: From Redlining to Green Lining
Communities across the country are rethinking urban planning and what a greener, cooler cityscape might mean for residents.
On the Range – Meet the People Caring for Land, Livelihoods and Livestock
Meet two employees at the heart of a rangeland management.
Trailblazing Firefighter Pushes Back on Tradition
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, meet Nancy Curran, a trailblazer whose journey through forestry and land management is legendary throughout Northen California.
How Arborists Go Beyond Just Planting Trees
Arborists often play a hidden but vibrant role in community building and resilience.