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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Los Prietos Campground
Site Temporarily Closed
ALERT: 1/1/2023 - Los Prietos Campground is temporarily closed until further notice due to hazard tree removal.Nice shade, large oak trees, paved roads. White Rock Day Use has river access ¼ mile…
Lower Manzana Trailhead
Site Open
The Lower Manzana Trailhead is located on Sunset Valley Road, approximately 1.5 miles past Davy Brown Campground. This trailhead is very popular for a number of reasons, primarily because it is a…
Machesna Mountain Wilderness
Site Open
Machesna Mountain Wilderness 19,760 acres was established 1992 by the Los Padres Condor Range and River Protection Act. Twenty-five miles from the city of San Luis Obispo, this wilderness boasts high…
Manzana Creek to Manzana Schoolhouse WEST (Lower)
Site Open
Manzana Schoolhouse is an old schoolhouse last used around 1901 when there was a small community living in the area. They once farmed along the Sisquoc River but several years of drought caused them…
Manzana Trailhead EAST (Upper) Nira
Site Temporarily Closed
The East Trail (31W13.2) follows the Mazana canyon east to the narrows, then climbs over the Hurricane Deck at White Ledge to end at South Fork Guard Station on the Sisquoc River. Access the trail…
Marble Peak - 4E07
Arroyo Seco River to Coast Ridge Road
Matias Potrero
Site Open
Chaparral vegetation
Matias Potrero Connector
Site Open
After a short steep section, the trail levels out and is an easy 1.5 mile walk to Matias Potrero camp.
McGill Campground
Site Open
The campground has 73 campsites complete with a picnic table, barbecue and fire ring. In a Mixed conifer forest. Room for tents and RVs. Beautiful scenic views. Picnic tables, fire rings, vault…
McGill Exploration Trail Mt. Pinos Ranger District
This easy interpretive trail starts across from the restrooms near Group Site 1 in McGill Campground. The trail is paved and 48” wide, allowing accessibility for all. The trail is 0.35 of a mile in…