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Recreation Opportunities

A person wearing a blue jacket and helmet rides a mountain bike on a dirt mountain trail
Cycling is a great way to travel through National Forest System lands.  The GMUG National Forests offer remote, winding roads and mountain passes,…
A rock climber wearing a helmet, purple shirt and maroon pants ascends a steep, rugged rock face
The GMUG National Forests offer many opportunities for climbing, from scrambling through canyon rock jams, following an arduous but rewarding trail…
Two hikers pose for the camera as they walk down a forest trail with walking sticks
Hiking is a wonderful way to see and experience the many wonders of our nation’s forests. The GMUG National Forests maintain over 3,500 miles of…
A woman wearing a helmet rides a black horse with a mountain backdrop
The GMUG National Forests offer many trails suitable for horseback riding. Horses are allowed on hiking trails unless a trail is designated for foot…
A fly-fisherman wearing a hat stands next to a river with a rod in his hands
The GMUG National Forests provide millions of acres of habitat, thousands of miles of streams and a variety of lakes and ponds. These beautiful…
A black off-road UTV is parked on a rocky, mountain road
There are numerous Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) riding opportunities on the GMUG National Forests. Designated roads and trails are provided on every…
An old wooden building on national forest system lands
The GMUG  National Forest is a great place to learn about local history and nature. There are many interpretive areas with signs explaining historic…
A photo of two picnic tables and a fire pit in a campground
Somehow the food always tastes better when enjoyed in a beautiful forest. There are many developed day use picnic areas set up with tables for a…
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Enjoy breathtaking views of western Colorado from the comfort of your vehicle as you explore the many miles of scenic byways and travel corridors on…
Kayaks docked at Lake
Looking to spend a hot summer day floating along the serene waters of a mountain lake or seeking a bit of adrenaline on a swift river rapid? Whether…
A skier stands atop a snowy mountain ridge wearing a light blue hooded jacket and red pants
The GMUG National Forests boasts three developed ski areas alongside limitless backcountry options for skiing, snowboarding and snowshoeing, plus…