Los Padres/Mount Pinos

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Los Padres National Forest is a United States National Forest located in southern and central California. It is the largest national forest in California, with an area of 1,950,000 acres (7,900 km2). The forest is located in parts of eight counties in southern and central California, and includes most of the Santa Lucia Mountains and the Ventana Wilderness. The forest is divided into two non-contiguous areas, the northern division is within Monterey County and San Luis Obispo County, and the southern division is within Santa Barbara County and Ventura County. The forest is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including the California condor, the bald eagle, and the California spotted owl. It is also home to a number of recreational activities, including camping, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The Mount Pinos Ranger District, located in Frazier Park, California, is the largest of the five ranger districts in the Los Padres National Forest. The district encompasses the northern portion of the forest, including the Mount Pinos, Frazier Mountain, and Lockwood Valley areas. The district offers a variety of recreational activities, including camping, hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding.