October 31, 2026 - SONORA, Calif. - The Stanislaus National Forest has issued a forest order temporarily closing a portion of Forest Road No. 1S03 (Sawmill Mountain Road) between the intersections of 18EV432 and 1S04., Nov. 2, 2026, through Dec. 2, 2026.

 The reason for the closure is to accommodate the road repair work as part of the ongoing Groveland Storm damage project, including the installation of multiple large culverts. 

This order will be in effect until repairs are complete and if the Forest determines that the area is safe for public use, the order may be partially or wholly terminated prior to December 2, 2026. 

Maps and full forest order can be found here.

Questions or concerns should be directed to Forest Public Affairs Officer, Benjamin Cossel, benjamin.cossel@usda.gov or 209-288-6261.

Source: Stanislaus National Forest