Cleveland NF, Orosco / Black Mountain

U.S. Forest Service

25 miles of non-motorized trails. 35 miles of dirt roads and trails that allow motor vehicles.

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Activities

Pets

Pets

Pets are permitted on a leash.

Equestrian

Equestrian

Horseback riding is permitted on the dirt roads that are shared with motor vehicles.

Horses are also permitted on:
Lower Santa Ysabel Trail
Orasco Guejito Trail
Guejito Trail - 12S01

Hiking

Hiking

Hiking is permitted throughout the forest.

Hunting

Hunting

Hunting is permitted throughout the Cleveland National Forest during hunting seasons designated by the California State Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Hunting is not permitted in those areas where the discharge of firearms is prohibited by County Ordinance, California State law or Federal regulations and hunters must follow all laws, including no hunting within 150 yards of a residence, building, campsite, developed recreation site or occupied area. A valid California hunting license is required.

Motor Vehicles

Motor Vehicles

Motor vehicles are permitted on designated roads that include:
Upper Santa Ysabel - 12S07
Black Mountain Truck Trail - 11S04
Lusardi Truck Trail - 11S03
Orosco Ridge Rd - 12S02
Black Canyon Rd

Check Road Status and Conditions prior to departure.

Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking

Mountain biking is permitted on the dirt roads that are shared with motor vehicles.

OHV

OHV

Off-Highway Vehicles are permitted on Orosco Ridge Road - 12S02.
Green sticker, year round.
Red sticker, Oct 1 to April 30.

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Regulations & Recommendations

An Adventure Pass is required for all vehicles that are parked on forest land.
There are no campgrounds in this area.
Discharge of firearms is currently prohibited except for the purpose of hunting during the designated hunting season as established by the California Department of Fish and Game.
Target shooting is prohibited.

Offices

Palomar Ranger District
1634 Black Canyon Rd
Ramona, CA 92065
760-788-0250

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