Cleveland National Forest
Names can be deceiving, as the Cleveland National Forest is nowhere near Cleveland--it's actually northeast of San Diego.
Plan Around Cleveland National Forest
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Cleveland National Forest Details
Names can be deceiving, as the Cleveland National Forest is nowhere near Cleveland--it's actually northeast of San Diego, and has a warm and dry climate. Hiking, biking, on foot, or on horseback are the best ways to explore the many trails in Cleveland National Forest. For a less-adventurous but equally beautiful view of the region, the Sunrise Scenic Byway allows cars to traverse the terrain, and has picnic stops and scenic overlooks along the way.
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Nearby Parks Around Cleveland National Forest
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Cleveland National Forest
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6.7 mi away
Three Sisters Waterfall
Although it requires a 2-mile trek through the Cuyamaca Foothills, this collection of small waterfalls have large, open pools where you can go swimming.
7.7 mi away
Cedar Creek Falls + Devils Punchbowl
This is one of the more unique places to go swimming in San Diego.
9.5 mi away
Cuyamaca Rancho State Park
Sitting 5,000-feet in elevation along the Peninsular Range, this park provides a unique environment for many different types of conifers and broadleaf trees, many of which cannot be found anywhere else in Southern California.
13.0 mi away
Sunrise Scenic Byway
You do not have to embark on a multi-day road trip to enjoy the sights of Southern California.
17.4 mi away
San Diego National Wildlife Refuge
The San Diego National Wildlife Refuge is flush with wildflowers growing along the slopes and canyons of San Miguel and McGinty Mountains, open grasslands, and river corridors.
