Mendocino National Forest, National forest in California, United States
The Mendocino National Forest covers 913,306 acres of diverse terrain in the Coastal Mountain Range, featuring woodlands, meadows, and numerous lakes.
President Theodore Roosevelt established the area as Stony Creek Forest Reserve in 1907, later renamed to Mendocino National Forest by President Herbert Hoover.
Native American tribes maintain traditional connections to the forest lands, utilizing the natural resources for ceremonies and seasonal gatherings throughout generations.
The forest provides multiple camping areas, hiking trails, and recreational spots, with Lake Pillsbury offering 2,280 acres for water activities and boat launches.
This national forest stands as the sole federal forest in California without any major paved roads crossing through its boundaries.
Operator: United States Forest Service
Website: https://fs.usda.gov/mendocino
GPS coordinates: 39.60572,-122.80913
Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:18
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