This is the trailhead for Parish Lake Trail #3383 See trail page for more information

The lookout will be closed September 14th-15th while the Skagit Alpine Club performs much needed maintenance to the structure. From this lookout Mt. Baker climbing parties appear as small dark figures dotting the ice and snow with the Twin View Sisters range, Glacier Peak, and Mt. Rainier on the horizon. The lookout was built in 1932 and Skagit Alpine Club volunteers maintain it. This lookout is available…

Provides access to: Park Butte Trail 603, Scott Paul Trail 603.1, Railroad Grade Trail 603.2, Bell Pass Trail 603.3. This…

Park Creek

The Park Creek Trail begins at South Fork Trail #1827 and ends at Nichols Creek Trail #1830. From the South Fork, the trail climbs quickly for .5 miles and emerges into the open meadows along Park Creek. It passes through a large, grassy park for 2 miles, then…

This small campground stretches along the banks of the south fork of the Rio Grande River among mature spruce and cottonwood trees. Many sites are adjacent to the river. US Highway 160 is very close by so some traffic noise is common day and night. With heavy understory, the campground has the feel of spacious seclusion and is very cool and shady. This is bear country;…

The Park Creek Campground has 12 units in a wooded setting.  There is one  handpump that provides potable water, and one vault toilet.  Water is available in summer months only. Nearby areas of interest include Summit Creek Trail, Big and Little Fall Creek, and Sun Valley/Ketchum.

This smaller sized campground is situated in a lovely old-growth forested setting along Park Creek in the Baker Lake basin. This tranquil setting is in close proximity to the shores of Baker Lake and the larger Swift Creek Campground.

The Park Creek Campground is located 4 miles from Lowman, Idaho, off the beaten path at the confluence of Park and Clear Creeks. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting and exploring local trails and beautiful peaceful setting. Natural Features: Towering Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir trees forest the campground, offering plentiful shade. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. A variety of wildlife lives in the area,…

This is the longest climb of the northern approaches. Start five miles in from Artist Point Trailhead by taking Chain Lakes Trail #682 to Ptarmigan Ridge Trail #682.1. Three miles in from…

Park Lake Campground is located approximately 20 miles southwest of Helena, Montana.  The site provides an opportunity to camp near the placid, lovely Park Lake. You could enjoy fishing for cutthroat and grayling trout in this beautiful mountain lake,  hand launch non-motorized boats or picnic along the lakeshore.

Park Lake Day Use Area provide the perfect day in the forest enjoy all that nature has to offer including fishing, canoeing, hiking or just exploring the lake habitat in a peaceful, beautiful forested scenic environment.  Restrooms and water are available, and pets are welcome at Park Lake Picnic area.

The Park Meadow Trail provides a stunning view of Golden Lake and beautiful wildflowers in the summer months.  From the Park Meadow Trailhead, the trail travels west and crosses the M…

    This medium-sized 130 acre lake is located in the Canelo Hills west of the Huachuca Mountains. It offers a number of recreational…

This 5-mile easy trail passes through oak forest and over rocky ledges as it follows the shore around the lake. A short section of trail north of the marina is paved.

This is a scenic trail that climbs from the Young Highway up into the Sierra Ancha through Ponderosa Pine and mixed-conifer; some good views. Access is through the former sierra Ancha Experiment Station Headquarters (now partially occupied by A.S.U.).

During the winter months, the American River OHV system may be closed after periods of heavy rain when soil moisture levels would likely result in trail damage if riding were to occur. For the most up to date information, please call (530)-478-6254 x228 Staging area for Foresthill OHV Trails with limited camping available (camping subject to closure per forest order). Beginning fall of 2020, the Sugar Pine Off-…

  Parker Lake is 22.1 acre 18’ deep lake with a beautiful 27-acre wetland adjacent to the north side. Anglers can fish for eastern brook trout and rainbow trout by non-motorized boat or the shoreline. Fishing methods include: Fly, spin and bait. Shoreline access is limited. Two-pole fishing is allowed. There is a put-in spot on the south end…

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The Parks Ranger District is nestled into the Northwest Central Mountains of Colorado, bordered on the north by Wyoming, the Medicine Bow Mountains and the Rawah Wilderness on the east, the Zirkel Wilderness on the west, and the Park and Rabbit Ears ranges to the south (also known as the Troublesome Area).   These National Forest lands encircle what is known as "North Park," an…

Parkside Campground is south of Red Lodge, along the banks of the Main Fork of Rock Creek. It is near the base of the switchbacks of the Beartooth Scenic Highway.  Mount Maurice Trail (#6), Corral Creek Trail (#9), Bear Track Trail (#8), Lake Fork Trail (#2), Parkside National Recreation Trail (#103), Hellroaring Plateau Trail (#11), Glacier Lake Trail (#3), Sheridan Campground, Rattin Campground, Greenough…

The Parkside Picnic Area has paved access and is located 12 miles south of Red Lodge, MT, in Parkside Campground. It is near the Beartooth Scenic Byway, and the Parkside, Glacier Lake and Hell Roaring Trailheads. The picnic area is two large group sites. These sites are reservable on Recreation.gov but are also available for walk-in customers.…

This popular swim area is surrounded by grassy areas with picnic tables and benches. Vault toilet and changing facilities available.

Parksville Boat Launch provides access to the northeastern portion of Parksville Lake. The launch has two ramps - the west ramp is suitable for boats, while the east ramp is shallow and only suitable for small craft like jet-skis or canoes. A vault toilet and parking are available. Overflow parking is available in a gravel lot between Parksville Boat Launch and East Parksville Boat Launch. Parksville Lake has bass,…

The oldest lake in the Cherokee National Forest was created by Tennessee Rural Electric Company in 1910-11. Sometimes known as Lake Ocoee, this lake is controlled by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Scenic views of the 1,930-acre lake are highlights along the Ocoee Scenic Byway. The lake is popular for motor-boating against the backdrop of forested rolling hills; two public boat launches are located along US 64…

Located near Parksville Lake, this popular campground is divided by Highway 30 into an RV campground and a tent/group campground. The RV sites are well shaded and well spaced and many will accomodate large RVs. Several sites offer the opportunity for two RVs to camp close together and some are located along a small stream. The group sites are set up with tent pads around a central fire ring and picnic…

This is a small lake where people can fish.  There is no developed boat launch.  Locally, the lake's name is pronounced "payroll".   All of these lakes are located in the Old Lead Belt, where much of the nation’s lead ore was once mined, so consumption of large quantities of fish from these lakes may pose some health risk. Visit the…

Small fresh water lake, mixed pine and hardwood forests. Fish Your National Forests: This site can be accessed by Passenger Car; Fish available include: Bass, Catfish, Panfish; Types of fishing available include: Shore, Motorized boat, Float tube, Spin, Bait; Fishing pier and boat launch available

Parson’s Mountain Recreation Area is located in the northern portion of the Long Cane Ranger District. It features a 28-acre man-made lake next to a 23-site campground. The area offers relaxation and solitude as well as easy access to a variety of recreation activities. Highlights include an accessible picnic area. The day use area was designed with an earthen pier, a pedestrian bridge and a boat ramp…

Northeast of the Elk Creek Reservoir, located in Elk River, Idaho, the Partridge Creek Campground offers 13 primitive campsites, access to the 3.5 mile Patridge Creek ATV Trail, and an opportunity to drive our scenic Elk River Backcountry Byway!

Pasayten Wilderness encompasses 531,000 acres, skirting more than 50 miles of Canada's border and encompassing the crest of the Cascades. The Wilderness encompasses almost 150 peaks over 7,500 feet in elevation, 160 or more bodies of water, and at least as many waterways, some turbulent enough to have carved sharp canyons with sheer walls. Rugged ridges in the west flatten into more open plateaus toward the east,…

Generally open May to October, as weather and conditions allow. Access/entry point Alta Toquima Wilderness and access Toiyabe Crest National Recreation Trail.

Pass Creek Trail #500 is the quickest access to Engineer Mountain. This very popular trail climbs above U.S. 550 up moderate switchbacks. From there, it’s a gradual climb up to the base of Engineer Mountain. Much of the trail is on the heavily timbered northern aspect of the mountain, where patches of snow often linger over the trail until mid-summer. Toward the top, the trail breaks out of the…

This is the area in and around Pass Creek, which can be accessed by Road #122.

Pass Creek Campground is located on the northeast shore of Jackson Meadow Reservoir and provides a wide range of recreational activities including boating, canoeing, water skiing, swimming, fishing, hiking and hunting. Anglers will find rainbow and brown trout.  Visitors are awarded beautiful views of the Sierra Crest and English Mountain.  The campground lies in a dense stand of pine and fir…

This is a small impoundment right off of US Highway 160. It is frequently stocked during the summer with catchable Rainbow Trout. It consists of a small parking lot and a rough trail around the lake shore for fishing access.

The area has seven camping sites scattered through scenic Pass Creek Narrows. There is an accessible vault toilet, No drinking water. Nearby areas of interest include Hidden Mouth Cave, and Mud Lake/Blacktail ATV trail.

The trailhead parking is located at Pass Creek Pass (elevation 5,360 feet) and offers space for up to three vehicles. The trail  provides access to the north end of the Grassy Top National Recreation Trail #503 as well as the Hall Mountain-Grassy Top Trail…

This timbered trailhad is popular for its fishing and geologic area. It is close Pass Lake.

This heavily wooded campground has 33 sites with the Swift River a short distance away. Across the highway from the campground is the trailhead for the UNH Trail to Mt. Hedghog, the Downes Brook Trail, and the Mt. Potash Trail.

Snowmobiling

Hurricane Helene Information In response to the widespread damage caused by Hurricane Helene, some areas in the Mount Rogers National Recreation Area and Clinch Ranger District are closed. The Forest Service is working with federal and state partners, industry, and with the local communities we serve to make sure roads, trails, and recreation sites are safe. We appreciate the public’s patience and…

This trailhead provides access to: French Pete Creek Trail #3311 Quaking Aspen Swamp Trail #3332 Olallie Mountain Trail #4100 See Trail page for more…

Patrick Scott was one of many prospectors who spent a good part of their lives searching for mineral riches in the Huachuca Mountains. Scott eventually filed a claim called The Wisconsin in an area drained by the headwaters of Ramsey Canyon. For that reason, we know…

Pataha campground offers opportunities for hunting and fishing as well as other activities. Fish weirs have been installed to aid the passage of fish through a culvert in Pataha Creek. Keep in mind that this creek is stocked with fish every spring.

This is a rustic style 12' x 14' Pan-Abode log cabin that was constructed in 1975. The cabin is located on a beautiful site where the Naha River flows from Chamberlain Lake into Patching Lake. This is an area of old-growth cedar, Sitka spruce, and western hemlock rainforest. There are resident cutthroat trout in Patching and Chamberlain Lakes. There is no trail to Chamberlain Lake. FACILITIES: • Two Single & Two…

This trailhead provides access to: Patjens Lake Trail #3395 See Trail page for more information.