Modoc National Forest in California has issued a new forest order imposing temporary camping restrictions beginning April 29, and continuing through April 29, 2027.
The order aims to curb long-term or semi-permanent occupancy and promote responsible recreation across public lands.
According to an article published by Sierra Daily News, the new regulations apply to both developed and undeveloped camping sites throughout the forest.
In developed campgrounds, camping will be limited to 14 days per calendar year within any single campground.
For undeveloped areas, campers may stay up to 14 days in a single Ranger District and a total of 28 days in all undeveloped sites combined each year.
Exemptions include individuals holding Forest Service Permit No. FS-7700-48, which provides for particular use cases not covered under the broader camping limits.
Federal, State, and local officers, as well as members of organized firefighting or rescue teams operating in their official capacities, are also exempt.
The forest order, designated as Camping Limitation Forest Order Number 09-24-01, is now posted at all Modoc National Forest offices. A copy is also available online at the forest’s official website.