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Steeped In History


The Cleveland National Forest honors its past and celebrates all it has to offer visitors.

Plan your visit

Welcome to Cleveland National Forest

The Forest provides various terrains and recreational opportunities, including camping and picnic areas, hiking, exploring on horseback, trail running, mountain biking, and scenic drives.

Recreate Responsibly

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Discover campgrounds, trailheads, and more! Remember to #RecreateResponsibly.

Reducing Wildfire Risk

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Throughout Southern California, the USDA Forest Service is working to reduce wildfire risk.

Alerts & Current Conditions

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Keep up to date on Alerts and Current Conditions before you arrive.

Recreation Opportunities

There's much to see and do throughout the Cleveland National Forest. 

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The best season for hiking is during the cooler fall, winter, and spring months. Many trails travel through the open chapparal and get very hot in…
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Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) riding is a fun way to combine the love of motor vehicles with the great outdoors. The Cleveland National Forest offers…
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The Cleveland has many options for the recreational equestrian user. For a more in depth list of equestrian friendly trails, please see our…
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