Significant Incidents Updates
Incidents Overview
California State Parks works closely with the state’s network of local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to ensure our parks and their surrounding communities are safe.
Our State Parks Peace Officers respond to all types of emergencies. Information on significant incidents such as, but not limited to wildfires, earthquakes, floods and Public Safety Power Shutoffs, will be posted on this website.
Before leaving home, be sure to check the status of the park unit you want to visit to find out what restrictions and guidelines are in place. We advise the public to recreate responsibly and visit www.parks.ca.gov/COVID19 for the latest visitor guidelines during the pandemic.
Wildfires
Road Closures: roads.dot.ca.gov | Wildfires: www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2022 | Wildfire Safety Tips: www.parks.ca.gov/wildfiresafetytips
Updated: September 9, 2022 (10:08 a.m.)
Mosquito Fire
Fully Closed:
- Auburn State Recreation Area: Due to the Mosquito Fire, all of Auburn State Recreation Area is now closed until further notice. Campers who have reservations will be refunded. The public is urged to plan ahead and visit CAL FIRE’s webpage: www.fire.ca.gov/incidents for the latest information.
- Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park: Due to the Mosquito Fire, all of Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park is now closed until further notice. The public is urged to plan ahead and visit CAL FIRE’s webpage: www.fire.ca.gov/incidents for the latest information.
- Folsom Lake State Recreation Area: Due to the Mosquito Fire, the Peninsula Campground and day-use area are now closed until further notice. Campers who have reservations will be refunded. The public is urged to plan ahead and visit CAL FIRE’s webpage: www.fire.ca.gov/incidents for the latest information.
Below you will find a list of state park units impacted by previous wildfires that remain fully or partially closed. The public is advised to avoid these public outdoor spaces at this time. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
CZU August Lightning Complex Fire
Partially Closed:
San Mateo County
- Butano SP (limited day use)
Santa Cruz County
- Big Basin Redwoods SP - (Media Downloads)
- The park remains partially closed. Portions of the Rancho Del Oso coastal unit are now open daily.
- Learn how State Parks and partners are working to have Big Basin Redwoods State Park re-emerge as one of California’s greatest natural cathedrals, as well as a model for California’s resilient and inclusive parks at ReimaginingBigBasin.org.
Jones Fire
Partially Closed:
Nevada County
- South Yuba River SP (Independence Trail)
LNU Lightning Complex Fire
Fully Closed:
Sonoma County
River Fire
Partially Closed:
San Joaquin County
- Caswell Memorial State Park: Campground and day use beach and picnic areas are opened. However, hiking trails within the park remain closed.
Disclaimer
This site provides general information concerning an incident within California’s state park system. All of our information comes from park districts and/or divisions and must be approved by the Incident Commander in charge of managing the incident prior to release. Updates to these sites cannot be guaranteed on a set time schedule. Please use the information on these pages only as a reference. The sites are not meant to provide up to the minute information. Please refer to the information phone numbers provided on this site, and website links for additional information, and monitor your local radio stations for emergency broadcasts.