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Recreation Opportunities

A person biking on a trail in the forest.
The Cleveland National Forest has many great trails, good for all levels of physical activity and experience. For a comprehensive list of biking…
Two hikers walk on a trail ona sunny day.
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…
A trail sign with various recreation logos with a trail in the background.
The Cleveland has many options for the recreational equestrian user. For a more in depth list of equestrian friendly trails, please see our…
A light-colored duck wades on a body of water.
The Cleveland National Forest has fishing and hunting opportunities.
A bright colored motorcycle on an off-highway vehicle area.
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…
A botanist examines a small light pink native plant with green leaves.
Outdoor science and learning in a national forest provide an engaging environment for discovering ecological processes, biodiversity, and the…
A wooden picnic site with a charcoal grill surrounded by trees and bushes.
The Cleveland National Forest offers a assortment of picnicking opportunities for all.  Many sites are accessible to persons with disabilities.