Fire restrictions go into effect today within the Tahoe National Forest.

This means:

·           No open fires, campfires or charcoal fires are allowed on Tahoe National Forest lands outside of designated areas, even with a valid California campfire permit.

·           Lanterns and portable stoves using gas, jellied petroleum or pressurized liquid fuel are allowed, unless otherwise restricted, with a valid California campfire permit.

·           No welding or operating an acetylene or other torch with an open flame.

·           No smoking, except within an enclosed vehicle, building, or designated recreation site or while stopped in an area at least three feet in diameter that is barren or cleared of all flammable material.

·           Internal combustion engines are restricted to National Forest System roads, trails, and areas. Motorized cross-country travel between roads, trails, and areas is prohibited.

Complete details regarding 2017 fire restrictions, including the list of designated recreation sites, are available online.