Contact: Beverly Walsh (559) 297-0706 ext 4866
For immediate release.
Clovis, CA (November 22, 2010)...Winter weather conditions have prompted the seasonal closure of roads on the Sierra National Forest earlier than expected. The Kaiser Pass Road to Edison and Florence Lakes and the McKinley Grove Road to Wishon and Courtright Reservoirs are closed for the winter. The Sierra Vista National Scenic Byway is also closed.
Travelers are encouraged to visit the Sierra National Forest during the winter months but are advised to use roads that are maintained for winter travel which include State Highways 41, 140, and 168. "Visitors should be prepared for all types of weather conditions," stated Forest Supervisor Scott Armentrout. "Winter storms can catch travelers off guard and it’s important to carry tire chains and notify a family member or friend of your travel plans and when you are scheduled to return home."
On Tuesday, November 30, firewood cutting and gathering areas on the Sierra National Forest will close for the season and woodcutting permits will expire. Woodcutting permits will be available in the spring as road conditions allow access to woodcutting areas.
Forest visitors are advised to call ahead to the local Ranger Station to check on location conditions and restrictions.
- High Sierra Ranger District, 8:00am-4:30pm M-F, 559-855-5355
- Bass Lake Ranger District, 8:00am-4:30pm M-F, 559-877-2218
- Supervisor's Office, 8:00am-4:30pm M-F, 559-297-0706
