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Recreation Opportunities

Man riding bicycle through forest
Our national forests offer mountain bikers miles of roads and trails on which to ride. There are wide, quiet roads for beginners to get acquainted…
Person hiking to Hoegee's Campground
The Angeles National Forest - San Gabriel Mountains National Monument offers 557 miles of hiking and equestrian trails which include 73 miles of…
Photo of a Bicycle
Horseback riding is permitted on most national forests. Often, specific trails will be designated for horseback riding, so check the forest website…
Man fishing at Crystal Lake
There are many recreational opportunities on the Angeles National Forest. Please research local regulations and licensing necessary before making…
Woman riding motorcyle
An off-highway vehicle (OHV) is a motor vehicle capable of off-highway travel during winter or summer. OHV’s include all-terrain vehicles…
Picnic area at Lightning Point
Picnic areas are first-come, first-served and open from sunrise to sunset only. No overnight camping is allowed in picnic areas in the Angeles…
Dock with kayaks, Pyramid Lake
Recreational boating is available at Elizabeth Lake and Pyramid Lake in the forest’s Los Angeles Gateway District. Elizabeth allows non-motorized…
Two children sledding down hill
Winter not only provides a spectacular snow-covered landscape, but offers a large variety of recreation opportunities. Cross-country skiing, snow…