News and Public Notices

May 26, 2026

Park

Van Sickle

Don’t Blame the Bears

The Tahoe Interagency Bear Team urges the community to rethink its approach to human-bear interactions and accept the responsibility that comes with living in bear country. Officials say public attitudes toward bears influence both tolerance and long-term coexistence.

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May 22, 2026

Park

Spooner Lake & Backcountry

Marlette Lake Dam Project Updates and Trail Closure Schedule

During construction hours, 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, Lakeview, Franktown Creek, and Pipeline Roads will be closed to the public. All trails within the Spooner Lake and Backcountry State Park boundaries are also closed during construction hours. While construction is underway Monday through Friday, the Tahoe Rim Trail and Capital to Tahoe Trail will remain open.

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May 22, 2026

Park

Spooner Lake & Backcountry

Hobart Reservoir Dam Rehabilitation Underway

During construction hours, 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, Lakeview, Franktown Creek, and Pipeline Roads will be closed to the public. All trails within the Spooner Lake and Backcountry State park boundaries, except for the Tahoe Rim Trail and Capital to Tahoe Trail, are also closed during construction hours.

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May 12, 2026

Park

Wild Horse

Wild Horse Campground Improvement

RV hook-up installation on Campground Loop 2 (near the boat ramp) at Wild Horse State Recreation Area has began and will last through the 2026 summer season.

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May 11, 2026

Park

Lahontan

Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Watch Advisory

If you see water that looks discolored or smells bad, stay away. Pets should be kept away from all water bodies under a HAB advisory.

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