Recreation
National forests and grasslands are ours to enjoy now and into the future. So is it up to all of us to care for these natural resources.
- Outdoor ethics
- Kid-friendly locations on national forests in California
- Recreation.gov for reservations
Frequently Asked Question
And use the tools below to filter by forest, recreation site, water availability, current open/closed status, and more. Not sure where to start? Try typing in an activity like "fishing" to find your new favorite destination.
Recreation
1N09 Recreational Shooting Sites
Site Temporarily Closed
In the San Bernardino National Forest, visitors can only target shoot in designated and signed areas and only at certain times due to fire danger rating. Target Shooting areas may be closed…
2W20
Single track trail that branches north off 3N14 near Rattlesnake Mountain and terminates at the Forest Boundary.
6,000 (PCT Trailhead)
Site Open
Information on Pacific Crest Trail closures. Popular trailhead open year-round. Dogs must be leashed. No campfires allowed.Amenities: Two picnic tables. One single vault toilet. No drinking…
A Group Campground
Site Closed
A30 Onion Springs Trailhead
The Onion Springs trail is 4.7 miles long. It begins near the High Sierra Pack Station and ends at Four Forks Creek near Wilderness boundary. The trail is open for the following uses: Off Highway…
A31 Mono Meadow Trailhead
The Mono Meadow trail is 4.3 miles long which spans from Lake Tomas Edison to Mono Hot Springs Resort. Mono Meadow Trail intersects two other faint trails that heads Northwest towards Warm Creek…
A32 Doris/Tule Trailhead
The Doris/Tule Trail is a 3.1 mile out and back trail that begins at Mono Hot Springs Resort. The trail leads to Doris and Tule Lakes, Mono Meadow Trail, and a few faint connecter trails which…
A33 Mono Hot Springs Trailhead
Mono Hot Springs Trail is a 1.9-mile trail connecting to the High Sierra Ranger Station. The popular route to hike is to start at the High Sierra Ranger Station elevation 7400 ft and walk down to the…
A34 Portal Forebay Trailhead
The Portal Forebay trail is faint foot trail which is about 2 miles down to the San Joaquin River and ties into the Doris and Tule Lake Trail system. Portal Forebay Trail also ties into the…