Eldorado National Forest

Recreational Activities: Hiking, Biking, and Horses

Land of Many Uses

Multi-use trails allow visitors interested in different recreational activities the opportunity to venture out and create their own outdoor experience while utilizing the same trail systems.

Many non-motorized trails are open to hikers, cyclists and equestrian users. Walk pedal or ride to view the varied terrain of the western slope of the Sierra Nevada Region.

PLEASE REMEMBER

• Other visitors will appreciate your observation of trail courtesy and regulations.
• Travel single file to avoid widening the trail and damaging vegetation.
• Do not cut switchbacks.
• PACK OUT WHAT YOU PACK IN
• Practice Leave No Trace

For current forest information on conditions and status read the Forest Information Report.

Pets. Pets are permitted on trails unless otherwise stated. Pet handlers are responsible for their pets actions and for the proper disposal of dog waste. Dogs must be under the immediate control of their handler. In most areas a leash is strongly recommended and may be required by County leash laws. Dogs off-leash can threaten wildlife or present a hazard to the safety or convenience of other visitors. In some areas, such as the Carson Pass Management Area of the Mokelumne Wilderness, handlers are required to physically restrain their dogs on a leash no longer than six feet throughout the duration of their stay.

Orienteering. Take basic steps toward staying found. No matter what kind of recreation you plan to do, consider a map and compass to be essential. Educate yourself and the members of your group in the basic uses of these tools. Pay attention to where you're going and where you've been. Look at your map often. Strive to improve your orienteering skills with each trip. Not only can this be a fun way to enrich your outdoor experience, but in an emergency these skills are irreplaceable.

Non-Wilderness Trail Opportunities

Highway 50 Corridor and South to Highway 88
Highway 88 Corridor
Ice House Road Area
Van Vleck and Tells Creek
Wentworth Springs Road Area
Wrights Lake Area

Related Recreation Opportunity Guides

• Hiking, Biking, Equestrian Trails
• Ice House / Union Valley Bike Trails and Campgrounds
• Fleming Meadow Trail System
• Pacific Crest Trail

Miscellaneous

Wilderness Information

Permits may be required for travel or overnight stay within designated Wilderness Areas. Check the regulations for the wilderness area that you plan to visit. Specific regulations may apply to livestock. Cycling is not allowed within designated Wilderness areas or along the Pacific Crest Trail.
Desolation Wilderness requires both day and overnight permits year-round. Self-register day use permits may be obtained at most major trailheads. Overnight permits are obtainable only at the Eldorado National Forest Information Center or Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit Office.
Mokelumne Wilderness requires overnight permits year-round. Overnight camping in the Carson Pass Management Area is restricted to designated sites at Winnemucca, Round Top, and Fourth of July Lakes. Visit the Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit web site for additional information.

YOUR ACTIONS MATTER

Visit the Tread Lightly!, website: www.treadlightly.org.
Phone number 1-800-627-0077.