Press Release by USDA

Celebrating July 4 outdoors is a time-honored tradition throughout the United States, and the Tahoe National Forest is happy to welcome so many visitors this upcoming weekend. But remember, fireworks and pyrotechnics are prohibited on public lands — every forest, every campsite, every day.

As always, the Tahoe National Forest reminds everyone visiting to recreate responsibly to prevent wildfires. There are currently no campfire restrictions within developed recreation areas on the Tahoe National Forest. However, it’s always important to have a plan in place before starting a campfire, carry tools to extinguish a flame and report a fire by calling 911. Use our Know Before You Go site (www.fs.usda.gov/visit/know-before-you-go) for more answers to all your big questions.