Effective immediately, areas of the Ventana Wilderness which have been closed to the public since the Indians and Basin Complex fires have now been re-opened. Escondido Campground however will remain closed until further notice.

When traveling through areas of the wilderness that were burned, the following hazards may be expected.

Ash and needles on the trail which can make the trail slippery
Burned out stump holes. This condition can make the ground weak and unstable and is a danger that is often unseen.
Unstable dead trees and branches, which are especially dangerous during windy conditions.
Rolling debris from loose rocks and logs.
Flash flooding and mud flows. Conditions can change very quickly with winter rains.
Conditions in areas of the forest that have been burned, are constantly changing; PLEASE BE SAFE!

For more information regarding the fires and emergency closure, contact the Monterey Ranger District at: 831-385-5434, or on-line at: http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/lospadres/