National Children's Forest
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About this site
Located east of Running Springs on Highway 18 in the community of Arrowbear. This 3,400-acre site at 7,000 feet in elevation, is a virtual outdoor classroom where kids and adults can learn and use land management practices along with an understanding of forest ecology. Youth Naturalists lead weekend hikes on the Exploration and Interpretive Trails originally designed by 6th grade to high school youths.
Children’s Forest attracts a variety of recreational forest users such as rock climbers, hikers, campers, and families interested in interpretive and educational offerings. Closed in Winter.
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Start the first trip hereCampground data provided by Recreation.gov · Updated Apr 2026
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