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Recreation Opportunities

Located in California's breath-taking Central Sierras with 78 lakes, 811 miles of streams and rivers, and more than 1,000 miles of hiking trails, the 898,000 acre Stanislaus National Forest is the perfect destination for whatever your next adventure may be! Hiking, biking, fishing or camping, the Stanislaus National Forest has something for you.

A man rides a mountain bike over a forested trail
There are excellent mountain biking opportunities on trails and roads within the Forest that will lead you on an adventure. Beginners can ride on…
A man climbs a sheer granite wall
While there are no officially designated climbing locations on the Stanislaus National Forest, the granite walls in the higher elevation offer a…
Several children play near a waterfall during a higher elevation hike.
Hiking is a wonderful way to see and experience the many wonders of our nation’s forests. Visit your forest’s ranger district office, our All…
A black horse stands inside a fence
Riding through a forest’s diverse landscapes, from dense woodlands to open meadows, offers a unique and intimate way to connect with nature and…
A young child stands on a rock in the middle of the Stanislaus River while fishing.
The Stanislaus National Forest provides opportunities to hunt, fish and engage in shooting sports.
two quads sit on a granite road with a pine forest in the background
An off-highway vehicle (OHV) is a motor vehicle capable of off-highway travel during winter or summer. OHV’s include all-terrain vehicles…
A family in a small boat docks on the Stanislaus River
There’s no lack of options for water sports enthusiasts on the Stanislaus National Forest. With the Tuolumne River, one of the Top 5 white water…
A group of snowmobilers stop along a backcountry trail.
Winter sports in the United States are popular, both professionally and recreationally. You can do nearly every winter sport imaginable on the…