The Erlenbach is accessible by car from Oberried and is usually used as the starting point for numerous walks in the Feldberg region. It is especially suited as a base for the Alpine Path (Alpiner Pfad), one of the highest trails in the Black Forest, which runs through the Alpine terrain of the northern cliffs of the Feldberg and Stübenwasen. The exposed nature and Alpine character of the Alpiner Pfad are unusual for the Black Forest.