Top rated National forests in El Dorado, United States to elevate your visit (Updated May, 2024)

Top rated National forests in El Dorado

Experience the best that El Dorado has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 16 places from National forest category.

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Within El Dorado

Tahoe National Forest

National forest

This sprawling national forest offers hiking, camping & picnicking, as well as gift shops.

4.80 (7.3K reviews) (~83.35 km from centre)

Eldorado National Forest

National forest

Sprawling public woodlands with developed campgrounds & hundreds of miles of trails.

4.80 (5.8K reviews) (~45.87 km from centre)

Sierra National Forest

National forest

Vast mountain lands spanning over 1.3 million acres with wilderness areas, trails, lakes & camping.

4.80 (3.7K reviews) (~205.97 km from centre)

Stanislaus National Forest

National forest

Mountain wilderness with roads, trails & rivers for rafting, camping, hiking, snowmobiling & more.

4.80 (3.4K reviews) (~99.11 km from centre)

Pyramid Creek Trailhead via Horsetail Falls

Hiking area

👍👍 One of the most spectacular and challenging hikes in the Tahoe region. Once you get up past Horsetail Falls, there are dozens of mountain lakes that you can explore and swim in. The hike from the trail head on Hwy 50 to just above the falls is the most challenging, basically straight up with some sc...

4.80 (482 reviews) (~64.39 km from centre)

Desolation Wilderness

National forest

Mountainous landscape stretching 12.5 mi., with peaks, forests, a lake & black bear population.

4.80 (105 reviews) (~70.42 km from centre)

Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit

National forest

4.80 (73 reviews) (~70.56 km from centre)

Stanislaus National Forest, Summit Ranger Station

National forest

😐 Friendly rangers but they always seem to try to discourage backpackers. "Have you heard about the trail conditions?" I get that rangers want to make sure people are prepared before going into the Backcountry, but warning about trees blocking the trail isn't really that helpful. Once you get talking...

4.80 (70 reviews) (~91.54 km from centre)

Taylor Creek Boardwalk

National forest

👍👍 A great mostly flat, extremely beautiful, easy walking trail. It was perfect for viewing the start of the fall colors and usually is amazing when the salmon are able to fill it's waters (this year that didn't happen...yet). You can even go walking a bit further to Lake Tahoe/the beach if you choose...

4.80 (65 reviews) (~74.07 km from centre)

Foresthill OHV

National forest

4.80 (33 reviews) (~49.64 km from centre)

Lassen National Forest

National forest

1.2 million acres of scenic trails, campgrounds with amenities, a snow park, a lava tube & more.

4.70 (2.7K reviews) (~220.3 km from centre)

Plumas National Forest

National forest

This rugged natural area features many recreational opportunities, including camping & boating.

4.70 (2.1K reviews) (~138.85 km from centre)

Stanislaus National Forest Vista: Rim of the World

National forest

👍👍 Rim of the World is beautiful and haunting. It is a worthwhile stop en route to either Rainbow Pool or Yosemite.

4.70 (416 reviews) (~118.94 km from centre)

Eskimo Hill

National forest

👍👍 It's always a fun time a Eskimo hill! There are about 6 fire rings, dogs are permitted on leash, and there are several different to sled on. There are 2 vault toilets and lots of parking.

4.70 (299 reviews) (~218.14 km from centre)

Galena Creek Recreation Area

National forest

👍👍 Hiked up to Church Pond. Beautiful scenery and the wildflowers are spectacular.

4.70 (81 reviews) (~114.11 km from centre)

Mendocino National Forest

National forest

Scenic area of mountains, canyons & wilderness for camping, hiking, boating, fishing & off-roading.

4.60 (619 reviews) (~201.34 km from centre)

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Top rated National forests in El Dorado, United States