Travel Alerts

Federal Government Shutdown

National Parks and Attractions May Be Impacted
Some federally managed parks, trails, historic sites, and monuments in California may be partially closed or operating with limited services during the federal government shutdown. While many outdoor areas remain open, some amenities and programs may be unavailable. Before visiting a national park, check the official National Park Service website for the latest updates on closures and conditions.

Currently known national park closures:

• Muir Woods National Monument: Muir Woods National Monument is temporarily closed. For a similar redwood experience in Northern California, visit Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve (70 miles north) or Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park (80 miles south).

California State Parks and Attractions Remain Open
California’s state parks and attractions are not affected by the federal shutdown and remain fully open. Explore California State Parks to discover a wide range of scenic and cultural destinations ready to welcome you.

Air Travel May Be Impacted

The shutdown is expected to have minimal impact on air travel. However, travelers flying to or within California should allow extra time for airport security screenings and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) entry procedures, as staffing levels and wait times may vary.

Wildfires

As is customary for this time of the year, California is experiencing several small to moderate wildfires, primarily in rural parts of the state. Please note that evacuation orders or warnings may be in effect for certain areas impacted by wildfires. Smoke from regional wildfires may also affect air quality throughout the state, and conditions can change quickly depending on wind and weather.

When planning a visit to California, visitors are encouraged to:

• Monitor Red Flag Warnings from the National Weather Service for fire-prone weather conditions
• Check wildfire updates from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
• Review air quality conditions via AirNow.gov

Road Closures

For specific road conditions and alternate routes, check Caltrans Quick Map before traveling.

Highway 1 – Central Coast

A six-mile section of Highway 1 located two miles north of Lucia is closed due to ongoing mudslide repairs. 

 • Travelers heading to Ragged Point or the southern part of Big Sur, including Treebones Resort and Limekiln State Park, should approach from the south via Highway 1 through San Luis Obispo County. 

• Visitors traveling to Big Sur from the north can take Highway 1 south from Monterey.

• To reach Monterey from south of the Big Sur closure or San Luis Obispo County from north of the closure, a detour via Highway 101 is necessary. If you’re planning a Highway 1 road trip during the road closures, check out the Highway 1 Classic and Majestic, Magical Highway 1 itineraries. This San Luis Obispo to Ragged Point itinerary features some of the highlights of the southern portion of Highway 1.

Travel to Los Angeles 

More than 98 percent of Los Angeles is undamaged from the January 2025 wildfires, and the city is ready to welcome visitors. Visit our FAQs: Traveling to Los Angeles Right Now page for answers to any travel-related questions.