| Sierra National Forest | |
|---|---|
 Lake of the Lone Indian, John Muir Wilderness | |
  Map of the United States | |
| Location | Sierra Nevada, Central California |
| Nearest city | Oakhurst, California |
| Coordinates | 37°25′N 119°10′W / 37.417°N 119.167°W |
| Area | 1,300,000 acres (5,300 km2) |
| Established | 1893 |
| Governing body | U.S. Forest Service |
| Website | Sierra National Forest |
Sierra National Forest is a U.S. national forest located on the western slope of the central Sierra Nevada in California, bounded on the northwest by Yosemite National Park and on the south by Kings Canyon National Park. The forest is known for its mountain scenery and beautiful lakes. Forest headquarters are located in Clovis, California. There are local ranger district offices in North Fork and Prather.[1]