MENDOCINO COUNTY, Calif. – The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Mendocino Unit is preparing for the fall season at Jackson Demonstration State Forest by announcing scheduled closures of seasonal campgrounds and trails.

Campground closure: The seasonal closure of JDSF Camp One, Dunlap and Horse campgrounds are in effect as of Monday, Sept. 30. Big River campground will remain open until which time it is deemed necessary to close.

Trail closure: Beginning Oct. 1, the “Trestle Trail” between Camp 8 and JDSF Road 1070 will be closed to mushroom gathering and other recreational activities. This trail is closed October through May as a precautionary measure in an attempt to slow the spread of Phytophthora ramorum, the invasive pathogen that causes sudden oak death.

Each year, seasonal openings/closures occur. Refer to the Jackson Demonstration State Forest website or contact the office for current information.

The office is located at 802 North Main St., Fort Bragg, telephone 707-964-5674. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. the office is closed from noon to 1 p.m.