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Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
Welcome to the Jewel of the Sierra!
The Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit encompasses over 154,000 acres of National Forest lands around beautiful Lake Tahoe and offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities.
Mt. Tallac rises above meadow filled with native wildflowers. Photo courtesy of District Ranger, Jonathan Cook-Fisher, Truckee Ranger District.
The Forest Supervisor’s Office in South Lake Tahoe is open Monday through Friday, 8-4:30 p.m. excluding federal holidays. We also offer virtual services by calling 530-543-2600, during business hours. If you reach the recording, we are helping another customer. Leave a message with your name and phone number and we will get back to you as soon as possible. You may also email us.
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Prescribed Fire
Prescribed fires are a vital forest management tool used by land managers to help protect communities and improve forest health.
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Fuelwood Permits
Personal use fuelwood permits go on sale today, June 3, 2024, at the Forest Supervisor’s Office in South Lake Tahoe.
Recent News
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Mechanical forest thinning to begin on the West Shore
Release Date: Jun 28, 2024
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Lake Tahoe Summer Fire Restrictions, Red Flag Warnings & National Fire Danger Rating System
Release Date: Jun 28, 2024
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Forest Service seeks public comment on draft guidance for old growth management on national forests
Release Date: Jun 27, 2024
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New Defensible Space Guide available for Lake Tahoe residents
Release Date: Jun 27, 2024
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Forest Service begins restoration activities at Burke Creek
Release Date: Jun 26, 2024
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Forest Service encourages responsible recreation on July 4
Release Date: Jun 20, 2024
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Beach managers and operators prepare to Keep Tahoe Blue this summer
Release Date: Jun 19, 2024
Spotlights
Lake Tahoe Feature Stories
Check out the latest Lake Tahoe region feature stories that aim to inform and inspire better understanding of environmental awareness and stewardship at Lake Tahoe.
Tahoe Destination Stewardship
“The way we access and rely on public lands is changing. From hiking to skiing, now is the time to better coordinate and improve the picture,” said Erick Walker, Forest Supervisor.
Tahoe Living With Fire
Wildfire is a natural process in the Sierras. Learn how Tahoe Basin agencies help residents and visitors prepare for wildfire. The time is now to get prepared, get informed and get involved!
Keep Tahoe Bears Wild!
In bear country, always store food and garbage in bear resistant containers, keep your distance and never feed wild animals. Visit TahoeBears.org for helpful tips on coexisting with bears.