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Back country lands very protected from roads. Most off limits to vehicles & mountain bikes. Only accessible by backpacking, hiking or horseback. Endangered species; Hard to reach terrains; High Sierra! |
  
a great place to start
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Federal lands of national parks, preserves & monuments; highly regarded as some of the most scenic in world & protected. Limited use areas for camping & recreation. No mountain biking on trails. No dogs on trails. Most National Parks are crowded in the summer months you can't even really enjoy the experience. Try the off-season times for your best stay. Entrance fees from $10-$20 |
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NM:
National Monument
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Underneath
the National Park System & more specific to a region. |
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NSA:
National Scenice Area
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Underneath
the National Park System & more specific to a region. |
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Areas of forestlands throughout state; some surround the National Parks. 18 national forests make up 20 million acres of federal land. Multiple use areas: snow skiing, mining, grazing, off-roading. OHV & SVRA Tons of small
campgrounds, recreation & primitive spots for real seclusion. Best bet for finding a spot away from the crowds. Get a free fire permit & camp along the back roads. State Forest can fall within this category. |
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California
Department of Parks & Recreation manages more than 260 parks.
These smaller parks are located in cities with historical parks,
as well as remote wild state land & coastal beaches. Entrance
fees from $2-$12. Annual Passes $35. official website |
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SF:
California State Forest
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California
Demonstration Forests, areas to be protected
Redwoods & Sequoia Groves; fragile eco-systems |
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SRA:
State Recreation Areas
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California
Department of Parks & Recreation
Lakes, Reservoirs, Rivers |
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OHV & SVRA:
Off Hwy Vehicle Area
& State
Vehicle Recr. Area |
Off
Roading freaks can have their fun. Lands set aside for dune buggies,
quads & 4x4 enthusiasts. Mostly in the desert regions; Some
forest land & some coast, but some NFS areas allow
this vehicle activity as well. Buy your NFS
Maps & find your trails. |
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County Parks
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Back
roads & land protected from freeways & development. |
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City Parks
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Urban Parks & Recreation, inside the city limits |
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BLM: public
lands
Bureau of Land Management
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All
Public lands that do not fall into the above categories. Little
to no fees for use. Plenty of Desert & Off Roading area.
Camp almost anywhere with a free fire
permit. |
