The Lassen National Forest lies at the heart of one of the most fascinating areas of California, called the Crossroads.

Susanville, California
Joined February 2009
Eagle Lake Ranger District has officially installed the boat dock—just in time for warmer weather & outdoor fun As we gear up for the season, don’t forget safety first! For safety tips, and all the latest on recreation openings and opportunities: 👉 fs.usda.gov/r05/lassen
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Know Before you Go! Contact the local Ranger District Office for the most updated conditions or explore our NEW website at fs.usda.gov/r05/lassen Follow us on Facebook or X @LassenNF #thinklikeafirefighter
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Reduce exposure when it’s smokey by limiting outdoor activities. Visitor centers and tourism bureaus can help you find recreational areas with better air quality! airnow.gov #thinklikeafirefighter
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#thinklikeafirefighter Firefighters keep a careful eye on the weather when they’re working or recreating outdoors, and so should you.
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Prescribed Fire operations for the Eastside Underburn begin this morning, May 8th, in the Bainbridge Reservoir area, about 15 miles north of Fall River Mills. Engine crews monitoring through Saturday Smoke? airnow.gov Visit our new website at fs.usda.gov/r05/lassen
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#thinklikeafirefighter Need to evacuate your vacation?! No, not because of um, er, family dynamics… Do you know where you are? Does someone else know where you are? What’s going on around you? Be prepared and don’t count on having cell service!
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Plan ahead! Know the rules for stoves and barbecues and check for fire restrictions. Before you light a campfire have the tools you need to completely put it out. #thinklikeafirefighter
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Before hitting the road, remember to: ✔️ tires for wear ✔️ that bearings & axles are greased ✔️ that safety chains are secure & not dragging And when you reach your destination: 🚫 don’t park on dry grass! #thinklikeafirefighter
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The Lassen County Resource Advisory Committee (LCRAC) is now reviewing project proposals that help protect, restore, enhance, and benefit National Forest System lands in Lassen County. More information and meeting dates at fs.usda.gov/main/lassen/work…
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Rx burn today & through the week, as weather & conditions allow for Eastside Underburn Hat Creek Rim near Bainbridge Reservoir, along forest road 34N13 Smoke: visible at Hat Creek Valley & Fall River Mills, & linger for a few days in low-lying areas Smoke? airnow.gov
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ACCESS: Due to an extended power outage the Eagle Lake Ranger District office and the Lassen National Forest Supervisor’s office have closed for the remainder of today, April 1, 2025.
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The Lassen County Resource Advisory Committee (LCRAC) is now accepting proposals for projects that help protect, restore, enhance, and benefit National Forest System lands in Lassen County. More at fs.usda.gov/main/lassen/work… Completed Project Proposals due by April 10, 2025.
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SAFETY: Due do the current winter storm causing adverse conditions over portions of the Lassen National Forest, the Almanor Ranger District office is closed today, March 13, 2025.
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Almanor RD is hosting guided snowshoe hikes Tues & Thurs morning, March 4th & 6th, weather & conditions depending Reservations are required but can be made same day Call 530-258-2141 for more info & reservations Snowshoe rentals are available free of charge while supplies last
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Lassen National Forest Off-Highway Vehicle Grant Proposal is available for review and comment. Full News Release at fs.usda.gov/news/lassen/news… All comments are due to the California State Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Recreation Division by May 6, 2025. (update corrected due date)
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Our offices will be closed on Mon, Feb. 17 for Presidents' Day.
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SAFETY: Due to inclement weather the Eagle Lake Ranger District office and the Lassen National Forest Supervisor’s office are closed today, Feb. 13, 2025.
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Public Meeting tonight for Northwest Forest Plan Amendment in Adin, CA. shorturl.at/SxJdM Public Meeting location: Adin Community Center 605 CA-299 Adin, CA 96006 6-8 p.m.
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Vacancy Announcement for OPEN Fire Positions Apply NOW – January 27, 2025 on usajobs.gov Permanent GS-0462-3/4—25-FIRE-P2R5RE-FFTR-34DH Temporary GS-0462-3—25-TEMPFHE-R5-3867-3DH Temporary GS-0462-4—25-TEMPFHE-R5-3868-4DH More info at fs.usda.gov/main/lassen/abou…
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Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day! “Not everybody can be famous but everybody can be great because greatness is determined by service… You only need a heart full of grace and a soul generated by love.” ― Martin Luther King Jr.
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