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Recreation

Recreation use on the Sierra National Forest spans all seasons. People visit the forest for camping, horseback riding, swimming, picnicking, biking and hiking opportunities. Visitors also enjoy fishing, hunting, wildlife viewing, fall-colors, skiing, snowshoeing, and off-highway-vehicle, motorcycle and snowmobile riding.

The Sierra National Forest represents experiences through five wilderness areas; two nationally designated wild and scenic rivers; three nationally designated trails, and two national scenic byways.

The Sierra’s proximity to Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks; and the Inyo National Forest with their many trails, high peaks, rivers, deep canyons, wilderness and big trees defines the forest as “United in Breathtaking Tranquility.”

We pride ourselves of the wide variety of natural beauty and recreational opportunities offered to the American public. Begin your adventure today!

Recreation

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Courtright Boat Launching Site
Site Closed
Water Activities
With paved access, the Courtright Boat Launching site is located at Courtright Reservoir. It provides good access for fishing and boating. Is also used for RV overflow

Courtright/Wishon Recreation Area
Outdoor Science and Learning Picnicking Water Activities Hunting, Fishing and Shooting
This is a popular destination for those who enjoy recreating on the Courtright or Wishon Reservoirs.  Camping, boating, hiking, and fishing are some of the activities that the area has to offer.

Cranberry Flat Day Use Picnic Site
Picnicking
North side of Merced River. River access. Oaks. Pines. River rafting – steps near to the river. River current unpredictable. Watch out for rattlesnakes and poison oak.

Crane Valley Group Campground
Site Closed
Outdoor Science and Learning
Crane Valley Group Campground is located adjacent to Bass Lake and can accommodate up to 7 groups with tents and RVs. The facility is shaded by a dense forest of oak, cedar and pine trees, and…

D3 Cliff Lake
Hiking Hunting, Fishing and Shooting Horse Riding and Camping
The Cliff Lake Trail is a popular route which provides access to the Dinkey Lakes Wilderness. The trailhead starts past Trapper Spring campground at an elevation of 8460 feet. In 1.4 miles the trail…

Deer Creek (College Rock) Trailhead
Hiking
The Deer Creek Trailhead is located next to D&F Pack Station at Huntington Lake. The trailhead starts out at 7240 feet, and can access the Kaiser Loop Trail, College Rock Trail, and Potter Pass…

Deer Creek Campground
Site Closed
Water Activities Hiking
Deer creek is tucked under dense fir and pines along the shore of Huntington Lake. The campground offers scenic lake views, especially during the annual sailboat regatta. There are two loops to this…
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