Prescribed Fire for Reforestation and Cuyamaca Peak Forest Health
Summary
SCH Number
2026030649
Public Agency
California Department of Parks and Recreation
Document Title
Prescribed Fire for Reforestation and Cuyamaca Peak Forest Health
Document Type
NOE - Notice of Exemption
Received
Posted
3/16/2026
Document Description
A program of phased prescribed fire and associated activities will take place across Cuyamaca Rancho State Park following the 2003 Cedar Fire to enhance forest resiliency and promote healthier forest canopy. This will be accomplished under the Cuyamaca Peak Forest Health Project to support recovery of montane forest structure, reduction of hazardous fuel loading and restoration of ecological processes. Project implementation will be coordinated with ongoing CRSP reforestation and forest health efforts and conducted in compliance with applicable cultural, biological, and wilderness resource protection requirements.
Contact Information
Name
Rama Ewing
Agency Name
Department of Park and Recreation - State of California
Job Title
Environmental Coordinator
Contact Types
Lead/Public Agency
Phone
Email
Location
Counties
San Diego
Regions
Southern California
Total Acres
2034.5
State Highways
Highway 79
Notice of Exemption
Exempt Status
Categorical Exemption
Type, Section or Code
Class 4- Section 15034
Reasons for Exemption
No potential for significant impact to the environment is anticipated in compliance with CEQA §15300.2. If the project is implemented as indicated within the project description including measures provided by CDPR staff, then it is exempt under CEQA §15304 Minor Alterations to Land. The action falls under the Departmental List of Exempt activities established under CEQA §15300.44.
Attachments
Notice of Exemption
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