LPNF Project Activity Level (PAL) Resource Page
What is PAL? Project Activity Level (PAL) is a fire-safety decision support tool designed to help determine which mechanized activities are permitted within certain parts of the forest on any given day. The main emphasis of
Los Padres Fire Restrictions & Trail Update
The heat is here and seasonal water sources are drying up. It’s the time of year to explore the higher elevation spots of the Forest. The marine layer clearing and occasional thunderstorms can make for
LPFA Piedra Blanca Working Vacation
The Santa Barbara Highcountry on a clear spring day. A view that never ceases to inspire. Always good to take a moment to remember how lucky we are to have a place like the Los Padres
LPFA April Forest Update
The higher elevation destinations are waking up and looking for visitors…. photo, AddisonJ Hello Friends, It’s been a fast-paced spring in the Los Padres. In many corners of the forest, it seems we’ve skipped straight
LPFA Spring Volunteering & Forest 411
Most of the high elevation LP got snow last week, some places more than others. A light dusting near San Rafael Mountain…. photo, JasonnB Hello Friends, We’re calling it — spring has SPRUNG! And LPFA
HikeLosPadres & LPFA
It’s been over a month since the last rain and the creeks are still going strong. Get after it. Photo, BrianD Hi Friends, It’s been a warm and dry January. Not uncommon for the Los
HikeLosPadres, Volunteering & Forest 411
Hello Friends, Lots has happened in the Los Padres over the past month, and we have a ton of GOOD NEWS to share! We have updates on several no-longer-closed roads, Wheeler Gorge Campground, and exciting
Los Padres – It’s New Years!
The LPFA works hard to ensure that trails like the Lost Valley Trail don’t actually become lost or cause people to get lost…. What’s your favorite trail? Where do you like to go most in the
‘Tis the Season for Los Padres Calendars!
IT’S LOS PADRES CALENDAR SEASON! The 2026 Los Padres calendars have arrived and are selling fast. Make sure to get yours before they’re gone! They feature stunning photos from across the forest and are sure
