Recreation Area
Today, the Bly Ranger District maintains Mitchell Recreation Area as a day-use picnic area. It is adjacent to Leonard Creek and is sheltered by large ponderosa pines. In addition to the monument, the site offers fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing opportunities. The site is normally open from mid-May until the end of October.
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