Hiking
Hiking is a popular activity on the forest. There are dozens of scenic trails suited for day hiking as well as backpacking trips.
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Adobe Trailhead
Site Open
The site is located on Hwy #166. 20 miles east of Santa Maria.This trail is currently within the Front Fire Closure area. No access. Trail is expected to reopen in early 2019. Adobe Trailhead has…
Anastasia Canyon
Site Open
Tassajara Road to "Bear Trap"
Arroyo Seco
Santa Lucia Memorial Park
Arroyo Seco Group Campground
Site Open
Arroyo Seco Campground is a semi-rustic, but developed facility in California’s westernmost national forest. It offers a great escape from bustling city life, into the mountain air and provides…
Arroyo Seco Trailhead
Site Open
This trailhead offers access to the popular area of the Arroyo Seco River known as The Gorge and is notable for the long string of swimming holes with crystal clear water flowing through narrow rock…
Big Falls Trailhead
Site Open
Big Falls Trail takes you into one of San Luis Obispo's most striking natural areas. Two dramatic waterfall settings are hidden within this amazing wooded canyon.
Big Pines - 1E02
Site Open
Los Padres Dam to Pat Springs Camp
Big Sur - 3E07
Site Open
Cold Springs Camp to Pine Ridge Trail
Black Cone - 3E14
Site Open
Not recommended
Buck Creek - 18W01
Site Open
Spectacular views of the surrounding environment are awarded the hardy outdoor enthusiast. On this trail, steep canyons, dense stands of big cone douglas fir and rugged peaks await the visitor. Water…