Welcome to Rocky Mountain Region
As part of the National Forest System, the Rocky Mountain Region enjoys a proud heritage in the Forest Service. The Shoshone National Forest in Wyoming and the White River National Forest in Colorado are among the first National Forests Congress created from the original Forest Reserves. The Region, headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, is comprised of 17 national forests and seven national grasslands.
We've got a new look!
In April 2025, we transitioned to a new web platform to better serve the public. With thousands of pages to update, some content may take additional time to appear. Some older content has been archived during this move as well.
We appreciate your patience as we work to make it easier than ever to access information and explore your national forests - both online and on the ground.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, please contact your local Forest Service office or submit your question using the form on our Contact Us page.
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Plan a Visit

Headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, the Rocky Mountain Region comprises 17 national forests and seven national grasslands. See what awaits you!
Recreation Passes

Interagency recreation passes provide access to recreation sites managed by a number of Federal agencies.