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PLEASE NOTE: We are in the process of updating the links to the forest web pages. Please check with the local forest for the most up-to-date status of each recreational area. Your national forests and grasslands are 193 million acres of vast, scenic beauty waiting for you to discover. Over 3 million acres of land located in 22 National Recreation Areas managed by the Forest Service is preserved for recreational activities like hiking, boating, fishing and swimming, while highlighting natural, cultural and scenic resources. Visitors who choose to recreate on these public lands find 164,000 miles of trails, over 30,000 recreation sites, over 5,000 miles of streams and 3 million acres of lakes, 127 alpine ski areas, 338,000 heritage sites, and specially designated sites that include 37 million acres of designated wilderness areas, 130 wild and scenic rivers, 15 monuments, and one preserve. And remember, “It’s All Yours.” Displaying 9501 - 9550 of 17653

Lutz Canyon #104

This deep, narrow canyon offers hikers and horseback riders good views of the San Pedro Valley and the Mule Mountains near Bisbee. It leads into one of the most heavily mined areas of the Huachuca Range. The trail follows an old mining road for much of its length as it…

Luzerne Horse Trail Campground and Trailhead

The parking lot is designed for trucks with horse trailers. This portion of trail features a unique cedar swamp ecosystem along the Big Creek/Luzerne boardwalk. Flickr Photo Album

Lye Brook Wilderness

The Lye Brook Wilderness is east of Manchester Center in the southern Green Mountains of Vermont. This wilderness is named after Lye Brook, which flows through its western half. The wilderness ranges from 900 feet to 2900 feet above sea level. Most is above 2500 feet, on a high plateau with several ponds and bogs. Waterfalls and rocky streams may be found here as well as reflecting pools. The western section is…

Lye Creek Campground

Lye Creek Campground is located in the Santa Rosa Mountain Range about 60 miles north of Winnemucca, Nevada. The campground is nestled in a grove of aspen trees along Lye Creek. There are 14 camping sites, including four double sites and one group site. These sites also have picnic tables, campfire rings, and BBQ pedestals. At this campground, recreation activities include river/stream fishing,…

Lyle Canyon #120 Trailhead

This lightly used trail crosses in and out of several drainages including Parker Canyon, which flows into the lake 3 miles to the west. Reach the junction with Huachuca #121 in 1.9 mi to continue the loop around Lyle Canyon #119. Parking is available on the side of Scotia Canyon Road (FR 4759). No amenities. Expect very primitive conditions.

Lyle Trailhead

Newly developed at the mouth of the Wild and Scenic Klickitat River, the Lyle Trailhead provides access to the Klickitat Trail (a Rails to Trails project) that runs along the scenic Klickitat River. Select image to view a…

Lyle/Morman Lake TH #1919

If you decide to go on this hike, it is one of the most scenic in the Fryingpan River area. The trail goes through acres of broad valleys and scattered trees for the first 1.5 miles to Lyle Lake. About 300 feet above and 1/4 of a mile further than Lyle Lake is a tarn (a small lake) one might want to explore before going on to Mormon Lake. Once getting to Lyle Lake you have two choices on how to get to Mormon Lake;…

Lym Lake

This body of water is part of the Bear drainage.

Lyman Lake

This body of water is part of the Blacks Fork drainage.

Lyman Lake

This is a dispersed camping site, no picnic tables, water, firerings or restroom facilities.

Lyman Lake

Located off of Aeneas Valley road, this lake has camping at Lyman Lake Dispersed Camping area, boating, and fishing. No water or garbage service. Please pack out garbage. 

Lyman Lake Campsites

With 10 primitive campsites lining this 67 acre lake, Lyman Lake can be quite busy! No drinking water is available, but primitive toilets can be found at several of the campsites. Lyman Lake supports good numbers of bluegills, pumpkinseeds, rock bass, largemouth bass and northern pike. There is a back-in boat access, with parking, located between sites #6 and #7. Good swimming areas can be found at sites #2, #3, and…

Lyman Lake Dispersed Camping

This dispersed site is a small, primitive campground with 4 campsites next to Lyman Lake. Each campsite has a picnic table and fire ring. Three campsites are located near the 2 pit toilets and 1 is located across the lake. No water or garbage service. Please pack out garbage. 

Lynch Creek #2210

The Lynch Creek trail is 2.2 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 2208 and ends at the Forest Boundary.

Lynch Creek Trailhead

Lynch Creek Trailhead provides access to Buffalo Peaks Wilderness via the Rough and Tumbling Trail #617.  Hikers may also enjoy walking the…

Lynx Campground

Located in the Lynx Lake Recreation Area. Lynx Lake is one of the most popular recreation spots in central Arizona on the Bradshaw Ranger District. More than 90,000 people visit each year! Mild weather, the cool ponderosa pine forest, a serene 55-acre lake, trout fishing, boating, hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, gold panning, archaeological sites, and bird watching attract visitors from throughout Arizona…

Lynx Creek Gold Pan Day Use Area

This day use area is primarily used for recreational gold panning. Please visit Rockhounding, Prospecting & Mining on Prescott National Forest for more information including maps and other online and printable resources.     Lynx Lake…

Lynx Creek Picnic Area

Lynx Creek is located 11 miles from the north end of the Greys River Road. No water is available, and visitors are asked to Pack Out whatever is Packed In. A vault toilet is provided and private family picnic tables are scattered along a bench overlooking the river. This area is for day-use only.

Lynx Creek Ruin Trailhead

Picnic tables and parking for short, easy hike to Lynx Creek Ruin. Lynx Lake Recreation Area Brochure (1,020 KB)   Note: This site closes following especially heavy rain or snow, and when the roads are…

Lynx Lake - North Shore Picnic Site

At 55-acres, Lynx Lake is the largest--and busiest--lake on the Prescott National Forest.  Lynx Lake North Shore Day-use Area provides lake-side recreation, fishing, picnic tables and grills, a wildlife viewing scope, and interpretive signs.  Lynx Lake Recreation Area Brochure (1,020 KB)…

Lynx Lake - South Shore Boat Ramp

A popular lake-side picnic and fishing area, South Shore has ample parking for cars and vehicles towing trailers or boats on all but the busiest days of the year when it fills up. Hours of operation vary seasonally but run roughly from dawn to dusk. Lynx Lake Recreation Area Brochure (1,020 KB)…

Lynx Lake Marina & Store Boating Site

This site provides restaurant dining, fishing/camping supplies, bait, boat rentals and firewood.  Closed for a couple of months each winter; Visit the Lynx Lake Store website for hours, menu, and more information.  (Click the "back" arrow to return to this page.)   Lynx…

Lynx Lake Recreation Area

Located in the cool pines just outside of Prescott, AZ, Lynx Lake Recreation Area offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities including: hiking, mountain biking, camping, fishing, boating, and picnicking. Scroll down (below the recreation map) to learn more about the excellent recreational opportunities at Lynx Lake.   Lynx…

Lynx Pass Campground

9/25/2024: This campground is now closed for the season and will re-open for the 2025 season.  Located in the Gore Pass area on the Routt National Forest. Lynx Pass campground is a small campground hosting 11 sites in a loop making it easy for trailers up to 18 feet and four wheelers are allowed. This campground is popular among hunters during big game season as well as ATV riders as it offers an ATV trail…

Lyons Reservoir (PG&E) Day Use

Fishing and picnic area on the Pacific Gas and Electric Reservoir. Hiking and Horseback riding on designated trails on the former Sugar Pine Rail Road Grade from Lyons Reservoir to Fraser Flat and Strawberry.

Lyra Trailhead

This trailhead is part of the Pine Creek System OHV System. The Pine Creek area of the Wayne National Forest provides some excellent opportunities for riding all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and off-highway motorcycles (OHMs). This trail system provides approximately 20 miles of trails for off-road vehicle, hiking, and mountain bike use.

Lytle Creek - Cajon Pass Recreation Area

Includes the Lytle Creek, Cucamonga Canyon, Cajon Pass, and City Creek areas. Also includes the Cucamonga and Sheep Mountain Wilderness Areas.

Lytle Creek Firing Line - Shooting Range

Lytle Creek Firing Line operates under permit from the U.S. Forest Service. It is a developed shooting site offering year-round target shooting for visitors. Phone number: 1-951-7-TARGET (1-951-782-7438) Website: http://www.lytlecreekrange.com/

M-37: White Cloud to Baldwin

This area covers all recreation areas along M-37 between White Cloud and Baldwin.  This does not include trailheads for the North Country National Scenic Trail or Hungerford Recreation Area.

M-55: Manistee to Cadillac

This section includes all recreation areas along M-55 or a short distance from M-55 located between Cadillac and Manistee, except the Pine and Manistee Rivers.

M-K Campground

M-K is a free campground located 3 miles up the Main Fork Rock Creek Road #2421, not far from the Beartooth Highway.  Mount Maurice Trail (#6) Corral Creek Trail (#9), Beartrack Trail (#…

M. Gordons Ferry River Access

Gordon's Ferry is a popular fishing access just a few miles east of Happy Camp. The road is mostly paved but has a section of improved gravel. The last 1/2 mile or so is steep, narrow and windy. It is not recommended for trailers or large RV's. There is limited parking and limited dispersed camping.

Maba

This body of water is part of the Duchesne drainage.

Mabel Lake Campground

Located at 6715 Mable Lake Road NW Walker, MN 56484, 26 miles east of Walker on Highway 200. Mabel Lake is a secluded campground with a beautiful, sandy beach. There are 22 campsites available. The surrounding forest is abundant with wildlife and nearby is the North Country Trail and Boy River is an excellent river to paddle and view eagles, osprey and waterfowl.

Mac Donald Pass Ski Trailhead

This cross-country ski  trailhead is located just off Highway 12 on Mac Donald Pass.  It provides limited parking for skiers from December through March.

Mac Point Beach

Bring a picnic and spend the day! A white sand beach and shady picnic area with tables and grills occupy a small peninsula jutting out into Lake Ocoee. Restroom/changing facilities are nearby. Across the highway is a fishing pond and camping is available just down the road at Parksville Campground.

Macedonia Lake

Click here for a printable Enoree District fishing opportunities guide.

Machesna Mountain Wilderness

Machesna Mountain Wilderness 19,760 acres was established 1992 by the Los Padres Condor Range and River Protection Act. Twenty-five miles from the city of San Luis Obispo, this wilderness boasts high peaks, chaparral, oak woodlands and conifer forests. Prairie falcon and tule elk live in this wilderness. Camping, hiking, are the main types of recreational uses. There is a 1500 acre Research Natural Area, dedicated…

Machin Basin #784

The Machin Basin Trail is 9.2 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail #789/Wheeler Geologic Area Boundary within Rio Grande National Forest and it travels north through La Garita Wilderness to end at Skyline Trail #465 within Gunnison National Forest. …

Mack King Jeep #98

  Mack/King Jeep Trail #98 can be found on the current Colville National Forest’s MVUM, or use the free mapping app, Avenza, to track your route.  The trail is maintained by the USFS and Tri-County Motorized Recreation Association, but expect deadfall, loose rocks, eroded areas with deep ruts, off-camber wash-outs on steep slopes, and deep off-camber holes in streambed areas.  Vehicle damage is common…

Mack Lake ORV Campground

The 175-acre lake is surrounded by rolling jack pine plains and is a good location for wildlife viewing. The campground is primarily used by ORV trail riders. Flickr Photo Album

Mack Landing

Mack Landing is a quiet campground on a ridge above the Ochlockonee River, with spaces for campers, RVs (no hookups) and tents. Boating Access the river by boat from the concrete boat ramp.  Hunting/Camping  Camping is allowed to non-hunters during general gun season. Be aware of hunting environment. Camping is allowed year-round at this venue.

Mackay Bar Campground

Resting near the north bank of the mighty Salmon River, Mackay Bar campground offers three campsites, tables and fire grates. Parking is limited. Access to this campground is via a very rough, winding road with many tight switchbacks. Low-range, 4-wheel drive is recommended, with no trailers. Note: Be considerate of adjacent private ownership. Be Aware of rattlesnakes and poison ivy!

Mackay Mine Hill Area

This is the area directly above the town of Mackay that contains the historic White Knob Mining District

Mackie Unit 57 Parking Day Use Area

Mackie Unit 57 Parking Day Use Area

MACKINAW CAMPGROUND

OverviewMackinaw Campground is scheduled for restoration and reconstrution during the season of 2025 and will be closed. Mackinaw Campground is next to Fish Lake and the Fishlake Scenic Byway Highway 25 in central Utah at 9,000 feet elevation. FacilitiesThe campground has four group sites that accommodate up to 20 people each. Picnic tables and fire rings with grills are provided. Several single-family sites…

Macklin Creek Fishing Info

The entire Macklin Creek is closed to fishing all year.

MacNab Pond

Family Picnic and day use fishing pond on the Ekalaka Hills Unit, Sioux Ranger District. 

Mad River Campground

Large campground with 40 campsites available. Under the shaded canopy of douglas-fir, maples, and manzanita. Riverfront campsites offer trails down to the river. There is a 14-day limit for occupying a campground, and pets on leashes are permitted. 5 minute drive to Ruth Lake.

Mad River Ranger District

The Mad River Ranger District is located on Highway 36 approximately 50 miles east of Highway 101 and the Eureka/Arcata area and 100 miles west of Interstate 5 and the cities of Redding and Red Bluff. Traveling south for 20-30 miles on county roads brings you to the communities of Ruth and Zenia. The Mad River Ranger Station is at an elevation of 2550 feet. The remainder of the district varies from 2000 to 6000 feet…