The Los Padres National Forest has issued Forest Order 05-07-51-26-10, effective August 29, 2026, establishing an emergency closure for the Monterey Ranger District to protect public safety during the Timber and Plaskett Fires.
This order replaces Order 05-07-51-26-08 and remains active until the fires are officially declared out.
Closed Areas:
All National Forest System lands, roads, and trails within the Monterey Ranger District Emergency Closure Area are off-limits to the public.
Exceptions:
Pfeiffer Beach and Sycamore Canyon Road remain open.
Exemptions:
Authorized personnel on official duty (emergency responders, agency officers), private land owners/residents needing access (provided no active evacuation order is in effect), and individuals holding specific Forest Service permits (FS-7700-48).
Penalties:
Violations carry fines of up to $5,000 for individuals ($10,000 for organizations), up to six months imprisonment, or both.
Los Padres National Forest Fire Information: 805-257-9891Email: 2026.Plaskett@firenet.govClosure Info: Monterey Ranger District Emergency Closure OrderAdditional Information: Plaskett Fire Linktree /Plaskett…
One can access the order and the attachments here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/sites/nfs/files/r05/lospadres/publication/alerts/Order%2005%2007%2051%2026%2010%20Monterey%20Ranger%20District%20Emergency%20Closure%20except%20Pfeiffer%20Beach%20and%20Sycamore%20Canyon%20Road.pdf LOS PADRES NATIONAL FOREST MONTEREY…
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