Concern about spiking coronavirus numbers in California is prompting the shutdown of some national forest campgrounds on the Central and South Coasts.
The U.S. Forest Service issued a regional order which affects five national forests in Southern California, including the Los Padres National Forest.
Forest Service officials say their order aligns with one from the state which temporarily bans overnight stays at campgrounds.
The national forest remains open for day use. The new order is in effect through January 6th.
