Wilderness areas within Stanislaus National Forest include Carson-Iceberg Wilderness; Emigrant Wilderness; and Mokelumne Wilderness.

Located in central California, lies the Stanislaus National Forest. Aquamarine lakes and streams, delicate wildflowers, spectacular vistas, unique geological formations, and other scenic wonders await hikers and nature lovers in the Stanislaus National Forest. You can fish in over 800 miles of rivers and streams, enjoy a comfortable cabin, stay in a campground, or hike into the backcountry seeking pristine solitude. You can swim near a sandy beach or wade into cold clear streams cooling your feet while lost in the beauty of nature, raft the exciting and breath-taking Tuolumne River, or canoe one of the many gorgeous lakes. You can ride a horse, a mountain bike or a snowmobile.

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• Groveland -
• Mi-Wok -
• Summit -

• Walk the Sugar Pine Rail Trail and look for waterfowl along the Stanislaus River.
• Try whitewater rafting on the exciting Tuolumne River.
• Take your time on Andresen Mine Trail as you hike these leisurely 4.5 miles with the beautiful backdrop of luscious Stanislaus Forest.
• Take the Beardsley Nature Trail, an easy walk located at Beardsley Lake.