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 162,984 miles of trails, over 30,000 recreation sites, over 400,000 miles of streams and 3 million acres of lakes, 127 alpine ski areas, 338,000 heritage sites, and specially designated sites that include 36.7 million acres of designated wilderness areas, 130 wild and scenic rivers, 15 monuments, and one preserve. And remember, “It’s All Yours.”
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This popular meeting spot, about 33 miles south of La Junta, offers wildlife interpretation and corrals for public equestrian use.
Iron Spring Interpretive Site
Iron Spring was an important water stop for travelers on the Santa Fe National Historic Trail. Depending on the season or weather conditions, several different routes to the spring were used. Between 1861 and 1871 Iron Spring was also used as a stage coach station. Trail ruts are still visible just west of the parking lot.
Carrizo Canyon Picnic Area
Carrizo Canyon:The east fork of Carrizo Creek flows through this small canyon graced by juniper and cottonwood trees. American Indian petroglyphs can be found along the canyon walls. A variety of wildlife, especially birds, can be seen in the early morning or before sunset.
Carrizo Picnic Area: The hiking trail along Carrizo Creek gives access to one of the few permanent water sources on the Carrizo Unit of the…
Carrizo Auto Tour Interpretive Site
Informational kiosks for this self-guided, 180-mile tour highlights many points of interest, scenery, and amenities found on the Carrizo Unit including the Granada-Fort Union military road, Carrizo and Picture canyons, and the Aubry cutoff of the Santa Fe Trail. Roads are good when dry, but use caution if wet.
Wilburton Pond Fishing Site
Located east of County Road 16 on FS Road 700, this man-made pond is stocked with fish by the Kansas Dept of Wildlife and Parks. Please refer to Kansas Dept of Wildlife and Parks for further information regarding licensing, size limit and etc.
Race Track
This area is set aside for off-road and OHV travel. Located north of the Cimarron River, it is marked on the Motor Vehicle Use Map.
Point of Rocks Interpretive Site
An important landmark along the Santa Fe National Historic Trail and the third highest point in Kansas, this site offers interpretive signs, access to the Santa Fe National Historic Trail, and scenic views of Cimarron River, looking into Oklahoma and Colorado.
Deception Point Fishing Site
Located on the north shore of Twin Lakes off of Highway 82.
Halfmoon West Campground
Located off the Halfmoon Road (FSR110), Halfmoon West is a first-come, first-served campground, with 17 sites, near the Mount Elbert and Mount Massive Trailheads at 9,900 feet. This is a very popular…
Halfmoon East Campground
Located off the Halfmoon Road (FSR 110), Halfmoon East is a first-come, first-served campground, with 5 sites, near the Mount Elbert and Mount Massive Trailheads at 9,900 feet. This is a very popular campground for hikers. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings with grates, and vault toilets.
High altitude sickness may occur at this altitude.
Graham Gulch
Graham Gulch Trail is located approximately three miles west of Everett or six miles west of the town of Twin Lakes. It follows an old logging road along the high mountain valley south of Independence Pass off of Colorado Hwy 82. All along the way (3-miles), you will spot saddle-notched platforms that look like cabin foundations. In fact these are old timber landings, upon which logs were stacked…
Frenchmen's Creek
Frenchmen's Creek is located on the eastern border of the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness, northwest of Buena Vista. This is NOT, however, the best aproach to Mount Columbia or Mount…
Father Dyer Campground
Father Dyer Campground has 26 sites and is located in a shaded lodgepole pine forest near the eastern shore of Turquoise Lake at an elevation of 9,900 feet. A foot trail to the lake is available between campsites 16 and 17. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, potable water, and vault toilets. Firewood is available at the host site. During weekdays, usage is…
Emerald Lake Picnic Area
Located about six miles down the Halfmoon Road, Emerald Lake is a day use picnic and fishing area in a shady lodgepole pine forest. The lake is stocked with rainbow trout. This site is easily accessible during summer months and inaccessible during winter months. There are 10 picnic sites with tables and pedestal grills. Day use fees for each vehicle is $7.00 payable by cash, check or money order placed inside the…
Elbert Creek Campground
Located off the Halfmoon Road (FSR 110), Elbert Creek is a first-come, first-served campground, with 17 sites, adjacent to the Mount Elbert and Mount Massive Trailheads at 10,000 feet. This is a very…
Dexter Point Boating Site
This is the boat ramp for Twin Lakes. Located on the north shore of the lake just off of highway 82.
Zebra and quagga mussels are a serious threat to Colorado waters. This boating season brings with it mandatory state-certified boat inspections to help prevent the spread of zebra and quagga mussels and other aquatic invasive species (AIS) in Colorado lakes and reservoirs. The boat ramp is not open…
Dexter Campground
Dexter Campground is located on the northern shore of Twin Lakes Reservoir, adjacent to the Dexter Point Boating Site. The campground offers 11 tent-only sites and 8 large RV sites. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings, and vault toilets. Dates are weather dependent. All services may not be…
Mt. Hopkins #184 Scenic Drive
The Mount Hopkins Road twists and climbs its way to the upper reaches of the second highest peak in the Santa Rita Range. This narrow, winding mountain road provides access not only to magnificent views but also to the Smithsonian Institution’s Fred Lawrence Whipple…
Dawson Cabin
This recreational opportunity will remain closed throughout the 2021 season.
Bring your bedroll, lantern, long johns, water and coffee. Amenities are few, but the experience will be rewarding. Dawson Cabin is in a rustic, remote setting of the Clear Creek Historical District. The historic town of Winfield is about…
Crystal Lake Overlook
Located just off U.S. Hwy 24, south of Leadville at the Arkansas River Headwaters, the overlook provides gorgeous views of the highest peak in Colorado, Mt. Elbert.
Crystal Lake Fishing Site
Located just off Highway 24, south of Leadville, at the entrance to theArkansas River Headwaters. The pier is wheelchair accessible and stocked by the Leadville National Fish Hatchery with rainbow trout, brook trout, brown trout and cutthroat. Use only artificial flies and lures.
Crescent Mining Camp
This recreational opportunity will remain closed throughout the 2021 season.
Travel back in time to the days of the mining boom at Crescent City Mining Camp on the outskirts of the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness near Rockdale, CO (Clear Creek Canyon…
Cloyses Cabin
The Cloyses Cabin was struck by lightning and has burned down. It was located near Winfield, Colorado surrounded by the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness. Spectacular views of Huron, Missouri and Iowa Peak can be seen from the cabin site.
Butcher Boy Picnic Area
This picnic/day-use area is located at the far western end of Turquoise Lake, adjacent to May Queen Campground. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings with grates, and a…
Buckeye Gulch
Approximately 2 miles, this road that can be walked, biked or driven. The section of the road that can be driven with a 4WD vehicle begins 4.5 miles north of Leadville on Colorado Hwy 91 and ends on a hiking trail about 1/4 mile before the lake. The first part of this road crosses private land. Please stay on the roadway and be respectful of private property.