Official X/Twitter Page for the Shasta-Trinity National Forest. Posts are official information and agency communication.

Redding, California, USA
Joined March 2009
Happy National Mule Day! We’re grateful for the hardworking mules that support the Forest Service. These sure-footed partners haul gear, assist fire crews, and help preserve true wilderness experiences where modern technology can’t reach.
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If you're looking to climb Mount Shasta and stay safe, you can get more information, tips and FAQs here: fs.usda.gov/r05/shasta-trini…
Shasta-Trinity NF climbing rangers and search and rescue team members from six different organizations - plus the California Highway Patrol - conducted a complicated but successful rescue of an injured climber on Mount Shasta: facebook.com/ShastaTrinityNF…
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Shasta-Trinity NF climbing rangers and search and rescue team members from six different organizations - plus the California Highway Patrol - conducted a complicated but successful rescue of an injured climber on Mount Shasta: facebook.com/ShastaTrinityNF…
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Let someone know where you’re going and when, and at what time you expect to be off the mountain. That way, authorities can be alerted more quickly if you are overdue.
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And remember: No summit is worth your life! Summitting is optional; getting down is mandatory.
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Have a turnaround time and stick to it. If you are unable to reach the summit by noon, turn around. Climbing the mountain in dusk and nighttime conditions is not advised.
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Be prepared for overnighting on the mountain. Circumstances may force you to spend the night on the mountain. Rescues take hours, and sometimes days. Have clothing and shelter available for an overnight stay, and enough food and water to last until help arrives.
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The Shasta-Trinity National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations today, October 21, 2026. We estimate this work could continue through Thursday, October 22, 2026, in the Weaverville Ranger District.
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Prescribed fires planned for the area include: Weaverville Community Forest, Garden 2 and 3. East side of Weaver Bally Road, north of Trinity High School (37 acres). Watch for warning signs along roads. Residents may experience smoke during the prescribed burns.
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Prescribed fire operations in the Weaverville Community Forest are underway. More information here: facebook.com/ShastaTrinityNF…
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It’s Forest Products Week 2026! Over the past 10 years, we have sold about 3 billion board feet annually or enough timber to build 111,000 homes. By 2028, our goal is 4 billion board feet or enough for 148,000 homes. #ForestProductsWeek Forest Service photo by Patrick Lair
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The Shasta-Trinity NF is planning prescribed fire operations starting Sunday. They'll take place near Weaverville and McCloud, CA, and will continue through mid-week. More here: fs.usda.gov/r05/shasta-trini…
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Forest Service crews conduct prescribed burns to reduce the buildup of dry brush, fallen branches, and other wildfire fuels. This active management work helps to improve wildfire resiliency and slow future wildfire spread.
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Our crews plan and carry out each burn with care, under optimal weather conditions, to improve forest health, while reducing wildfire risk to surrounding communities.
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National forests and grasslands offer 164,000 miles of trails in nearly every state — inviting you to hike, bike, ride, and explore the beauty of your public lands. Find your next adventure today! 📷Forest Service photo of hiking in the Trinity Alps, Shasta-Trinity NF.
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SMOKE ALERT | A second successful prescribed fire on the Shasta-Trinity National Forest! The Shasta-Trinity National Forest has successfully completed prescribed fire operations on the Harris Underburn prescribed fire project on the McCloud Ranger District.
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This follows another successful prescribed fire operation nearby on the Elk Flat Meadow prescribed fire project on Tuesday. Smoke Alert: Residents in Siskiyou County and Shasta County, as far south as the Redding area, may see or experience lingering smoke over the next several
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Smoke conditions will vary depending on weather and wind patterns. This successful project helps restore important ecosystems and wildlife habitat, reduce hazardous fuels, and build a healthier, more resilient forest.
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