Recreation
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Recreation
Alamar Trail 26W06
The majority of this trail is located inside the Dick Smith Wilderness and links the Mono Creek drainage to the Sisquoc River watershed at Alamar Saddle. From the southern wilderness boundary, the…
Alaska Flat Trail
34E45 - The Alaska Flat Trail is 1.5 miles long. It begins on the west side of Alaska Flat and ends at Piute Lookout Road (28S17). The trail is open for the following uses: motorcycle trail riding,…
Albanita Trail
The trail begins off Forest Road 21S36A and travels northeast for about 3 miles to Albanita Meadow. This trail travels through the South Sierra Wilderness, has little elevation change, and provides…
Albinita Trail
The 5.52 Mile Trail begins at Trail 35E04 and ends at Trail 34E01. The trail is open to the following uses: E-bikes, Mountain Bicycles, Hiking, Horseback Riding.
Alder Creek Campground
Site Temporarily Closed
Nestled adjacent to the beautiful Deer Creek, Alder Creek is a semi-developed campground with 6 designated sites. Space is limited. A fee of $10 per night is required.Â
Alder Creek Trail 20W11
Dough Flat Rd is open all the way up to the Dough Flat Trailhead, to access Alder Creek Trail. This trail leads into the Sespe Wilderness.Hike 2.5 miles north to the Bucksnort Junction. Continue west…
Alder Creek Trail 2W18
Trail starts at the Santa Ana River just east of Government Peak, climbs north 2.25 miles to intersect City Creek Road.
Alejandro Trail 31W15
The trail gently follows Alejandro Creek, meandering across it for approximately two miles before arriving at Alejandro Camp. The camp is situated under some old oak trees and is enclosed by a horse…
Alessandro Trail 2E44
This trail begins at Bautista Canyon Road, goes south, and ends at Red Mountain OHV Road 6S22.
Algoma Campground
Site Open
Description: Located on the Upper McCloud River at an elevation of 3800 feet, this is a small undeveloped camping area with 8 user-created sites and a vault toilet. No drinking water. No fee. 15 day…