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Tahoe National Forest — renowned for its rugged beauty, historic sites, and exceptional year-round recreation.

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Welcome to Tahoe National Forest

Tahoe National Forest — in the northern Sierra Nevada — extends from the foothills across the Sierra crest to the California-Nevada state line. Includes more than 850,000 acres of public land, intermixed with 350,000 acres of private land.

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A Tahoe National Forest Sign

Always plan ahead for your visit to the Tahoe National Forest. 

Learn about the Tahoe

People walking dogs in the forest.

Help with any questions about your upcoming trip. 

Forest Projects

Machinery in the forest.

Check out maps, learn about projects, and provide public comment for projects on the Tahoe National Forest. 

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Features

A frog in a small plastic tub near water and grass

Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog reintroduction

 Meet the Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frog (SNYLF)! As its name suggests, this small frog is native to the Sierra Nevada. Unfortunately, this…
Bear Fire

Protecting communities from wildfire

The small, rural community of Sierra Brooks includes about 500 residents who are no strangers to living with fire. Sierra Brooks is located south of…
Packers in Granite Chief Wilderness

Granite Chief Wilderness Trail Reroute

 In 2023, trail crews broke ground on what will be 6 miles of new trail connecting the Tevis Cup Trail through the northern end of the Granite…
Hand painted fish shirts on a clothesline.

Fish, Fish, Hooray! Kids' Fishing Day

 The shores of Packer Lake were filled with excited families who gathered during the annual Kids’ Fishing Day Event on the Tahoe National Forest…
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Recent Press Releases

Tahoe National Forest closes Five Lakes area following airplane crash

Release Date: March 23, 2026

Castle Peak Avalanche Closure Lifted

Release Date: February 23, 2026

Tahoe National Forest issues closure following avalanche near Castle Peak

Release Date: February 19, 2026
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