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Mendocino National Forest
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Trails
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Points of interest
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Mendocino National Forest
California · Lower Sacramento watershed
About this park
Mendocino National Forest
Mendocino National Forest is located in northern California and spans over 900,000 acres of land. It offers visitors a range of recreational activities including hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing.
One of the main reasons to visit Mendocino National Forest is its unique natural beauty. The forest is home to a diverse range of ecosystems, including oak woodlands, chaparral, and grasslands, which provide habitat for a wide variety of plant and animal species.
Some of the most popular points of interest within the forest include the Middle Fork Eel River, the Snow Mountain Wilderness, and the Lake Pillsbury Recreation Area. Visitors can also explore historic mining sites, scenic overlooks, and numerous hiking trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Interesting facts about Mendocino National Forest include that it is home to the tallest living tree in the world, a coast redwood known as Hyperion, which measures over 379 feet tall. The forest is also an important habitat for several endangered species, including the northern spotted owl and the mountain yellow-legged frog.
The best time of year to visit Mendocino National Forest depends on the activities you plan to engage in. Summer and fall are popular times for hiking and camping, while winter offers opportunities for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. It is important to note that the forest can experience extreme weather conditions, such as snow and wildfire, so visitors should check weather and fire conditions before planning their trip.
One of the main reasons to visit Mendocino National Forest is its unique natural beauty. The forest is home to a diverse range of ecosystems, including oak woodlands, chaparral, and grasslands, which provide habitat for a wide variety of plant and animal species.
Some of the most popular points of interest within the forest include the Middle Fork Eel River, the Snow Mountain Wilderness, and the Lake Pillsbury Recreation Area. Visitors can also explore historic mining sites, scenic overlooks, and numerous hiking trails that offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape.
Interesting facts about Mendocino National Forest include that it is home to the tallest living tree in the world, a coast redwood known as Hyperion, which measures over 379 feet tall. The forest is also an important habitat for several endangered species, including the northern spotted owl and the mountain yellow-legged frog.
The best time of year to visit Mendocino National Forest depends on the activities you plan to engage in. Summer and fall are popular times for hiking and camping, while winter offers opportunities for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. It is important to note that the forest can experience extreme weather conditions, such as snow and wildfire, so visitors should check weather and fire conditions before planning their trip.
StateCalifornia
WatershedLower Sacramento
Latitude39.0756°
Longitude-122.7042°
In the park
Streamflow in Mendocino National Forest
Live USGS discharge at streamgauges inside the park boundary.
In the park
Trails in Mendocino National Forest
Named trails whose route falls inside the park.
15 North 06 Road
7.5 mi · Hiking, Running
16 N 11 A Road
1.5 mi · Hiking, Running
16 North 11 Road
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
16 North 29 Road
2.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Alder Springs Work Center Road
2.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Ball Rock Ridge Road
1.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Blands Cove Road
10.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Bloody Rock Trail
1.9 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
Blue Slides Trail
3.7 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Boswell Ridge Road Spur F
2.5 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Boundary Trail
2.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Briscoe Cutoff Road
1.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Britan Ranch Road
0.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Butter Trail
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Bypass Trail
3.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Cold Creek West Road
5.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Deer Valley Road Spur A
0.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Dry Pond Road
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
East Mill Creek Road
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Euchre Glade Road
3.8 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Fish Creek Road
6.4 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Flood Creek Road
15.1 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Forks Ridge North Road
1.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Forks Ridge North Road Spur B
1.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Frolic Spring Road
1.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Ginocchio Road
1.6 mi · Biking, Hiking, Running
Goat Mountain Road
1.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Graves Cabin Road
1.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Hardin Hole Ridge Road
6.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Heifer Ridge Road
2.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Hokey Pokey Ridge Road
2.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Horse Hollow Trail
3.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Jenks Road
1.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Jenks View Road
1.1 mi · Hiking, Running
Lake Hollow Road
3.3 mi · Hiking, Running
Letts Parallel Trail
0.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Letts Ridge Trail
5.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Little Soda Creek Road
5.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Little Sullivan Ridge Road
2.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Log Camp Trail
1.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Lower Letts Road
0.7 mi · Hiking, Running
Manzanita Road
5.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Moon Road
1.2 mi · Hiking, Horseback, Running
North Hardin Road
0.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Rattlesnake Ridge Road
6.9 mi · Hiking, Running
Richardson Glade Road
5.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Round Salvage Southwest Road
1.2 mi · Hiking, Running
Sehorn Road
1.7 mi · Hiking, Running
South Red Road Road
4.8 mi · Hiking, Running
South Vis Cutoff Trail
0.6 mi · Hiking, Running
Stony Point Road Spur A
0.9 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Tatham Ridge Road
10.0 mi · Hiking, Running
Thomes Gorge Trail
5.3 mi · Biking, Hiking, Horseback, Running
Trail 38 (Black Diamond)
4.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Trough Cutoff Trail
2.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Whitlock Road
3.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Wilblain Road
4.8 mi · Hiking, Running
Willow Creek Road
12.5 mi · Hiking, Running
Wolf Glade Road
3.4 mi · Hiking, Running
Zack Road
2.0 mi · Hiking, Running
In the park
Camping in Mendocino National Forest
Campgrounds inside the park, with today's conditions score.
In the park
Points of interest in Mendocino National Forest
Landmarks and points of interest inside the park boundary.
Detailed forecast
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Hourly detail
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
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Deep dive
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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Long-term outlook
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Mendocino National Forest as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
FAQ
About Mendocino National Forest
What can I do at Mendocino National Forest?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Mendocino National Forest?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Land designation
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.