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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 17401 - 17450 of 17653

Winter Sports - Highway 108 Corridor

California State law defines snowmobiles as Over Snow Vehicles (OSV). All Terrain Vehicles (ATV) are not considered Over Snow Vehicles. Both ATVs and OSVs are considered Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV). Many areas of the Summit Ranger District are open and accessible for motorized oversnow travel during the winter months. The District offers over 30 miles of groomed OSV routes, as well as many more miles of un-…

Wisdom Ranger District

This district is on the western edge of the forest near the town of...you guessed it...Wisdom.

Wise Boat Launch

The Wise Boat Launch, located on the North Fork of Pound Lake near Cane Patch Campground, serves as an easy access point for boaters and anglers.

Wise Creek Canoe Launch

Wise Creek canoe launch on the Ocmulgee River has reopened after an extended closure was necessary to remove embedded rebar spikes below the water's surface. The Georgia Department of Naturals Resources provided critical support to repairing the boat launch, located along Forest Service Road 1098. Please continue to exercise caution in the area and report any hazards or misuse to the Oconee Ranger District Office…

Wise River Ranger District

At the heart of the forest, this district has several campgrounds, picnic and other recreation areas to explore.

Wisemans' View

Overlook featuring spectacular view of Linville Gorge. Paved accessible trail to the overlook. Vault toilets available

Wish Poosh Campground

Wish Poosh is located in a mixed conifer forest on the south east shore of Cle Elum Lake. The campground offers 34 campsites suitable for RVs or tents. [Click image for information]

Wishon Boating Site

Provides boating access to Bass Lake.

Wishon Cabin

Open April 26 - October 27, located near Wishon Campground. 45 minutes from Porterville, Elevation 4,000 foot  Western Divide Ranger District (FS District Offic) (559) 539-2607 Reservations 1-877-444-6777 or Wishon Cabin, Sequoia National Forest - Recreation.gov Cabins are all located on the Sequoia National Forest, and are either…

Wishon Campground

Open year around, Wishon Campground is located 12 miles east of Springville via State Highway 190 and Camp Wishon Road (M208) (along the North Fork of the Middle Fork of the Tule River).  Elevation is 4,000 feet. The campground has 31 single family units and 4 double family units.  Some units can accommodate recreational vehicles up to maximum length of 24 feet.  Vault toilets, potable water, tables,…

Wishon Dam Fishing Site

Located at the dam of Wishon Reservoir, this site is a popular fishing area.

Wishon Point Campground

Locate adjacent to Bass Lake, Wishon Campground lies at an elevation of 3,400 feet. Dense stands of manzanita, oak, cedar and pine trees, and thick undergrowth provides ample shade and privacy. Some sites at Wishon offer lake views. Each campsite has a picnic table, stone fire pit and a pedestal grill. Drinking water and flush toilets are provided. Parking spurs are dirt but may be bumpy and difficult to access…

Wishon QuarryBoating Site

Located at Wishon Reservoir.

Witch Ridge #260

Hoovey Canyon, Green Canyon, and Fife Canyon trails all branch off the 4-wheel drive road that leads down Pine Canyon…

Withers Canyon Trailhead

This is the starting point for the Picket Wire Trail. It descends 250 feet into the Picket Wire Canyonlands and continues 8.5 miles along the Purgatoire River Valley bottom to Rourke Ranch National Historic Site…

Withers Lake Day Use Area

Located on Winter Rim 45 minutes west of Paisley, Oregon, Withers Lake is nestled in a shady mixed conifer setting. Withers Lake is actually a small irrigation reservoir that is populated by lots of hefty Brook trout, making it a popular destination for anglers. The area around the lake is closed to both overnight camping and off-road vehicles to reduce erosion and protect vegetation and water quality.

Wofford Lookout

Wofford lookout has a seven foot square Aermotor MC-39 steel cab that sits on an eighty foot high tower. It was erected by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in 1933.  At the base of the tower sits the observer’s cabin which is a wood framed structure also built in 1933 by the CCC.  The cabin measures 12’ X 16’ and has a gable roof, and narrow wood slats for siding.  The storage shed, constructed…

Wolcott 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.

Wolf Creek Campground

Wolf Creek Campground offers great views of the Snake River Canyon. This is the largest campground in the Snake River Canyon with many sites available and it rarely fills, so if you are arriving late in the day this might be your campground. This campground also offers for folks looking to boat on the designated wild and scenic Snake River.

Wolf Creek Campground

This campground is located along Little River and provides access to fishing and swimming. Abundant wildflowers can be seen in the spring. Facilities 5 campsites with picnic tables and fire rings 3 tent campsites with picnic tables and fire rings Drinking water (chlorinated) 2 flush toilets Grey water waste sumps Garbage disposal

Wolf Creek Campground

Wolf Creek Campground sits at an elevation of 9,400 feet in stands of aspen and fir trees. This campground is subject to early winters and late springs and can close earlier or open later than expected.

Wolf Creek Campground

CAUTION: There are bears in the area. Please keep all food, toiletries, and garbage properly stored in bear boxes. Keep family pets on a leash at all times. 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 then 19 miles north on Ice House Road (Forest Road 3) then 2 miles west on Forest Road 12N78 on the north side of Union Valley Reservoir.

Wolf Creek Day Use Area

Hurricane Helene Information In response to the widespread damage caused by Hurricane Helene, the Wolf Creek Trail and associated bridge have been closed due to flooding.  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 understanding. As we…

Wolf Creek Dispersed Campground

Generally open May to October as weather and conditions allow.

Wolf Creek Group Campground

This campground is located along Little River and provides access to fishing and swimming. Abundant wildflowers can be seen in the spring. Facilities 1 group campsite with picnic tables and fire pits 150 people maximum Covered pavilion 14 picnic tables Group picnic table Grills Fire pits Horseshoe pits Softball field Volleyball court Drinking water (chlorinated) 2 flush toilets Grey water waste sumps Garbage…

Wolf Creek Industrial Campground

*Now operating under the same fee structure as Wolf Creek Campground as the result of the two facilities becoming administratively combined.   Please see the Wolf Creek Campground webpage for more information about the site.*

Wolf Creek Ski Area

The Wolf Creek Ski Area sits on 1581 acres of Forest Service lands at the top of Wolf Creek Pass. Wolf Creek is a high alpine ski resort, 10,300 feet at the base and 11,900 feet at the summit. Lifts include 1 Double, 2 Triple, 1 Quad, 1 Quad Detachable,1 High Speed Poma Lift1 Magic Carpet

Wolf Creek south trailhead

This trail system is just outside the town of Poplar Bluff, Mo and offers a network of hiking and mountain biking opportunties.  The main trailhead and parking is one the north side of the system, but a second trailhead is on the south end.  This is a popular site for day-hiking, trail-running, and mountain biking.

Wolf Creek Trailhead

The Wolf Creek trail is 8.5 miles long. It begins at Wolf Creek Trailhead 31032 Sec 5 and ends at Pct 21999 Sec 1. Access/entry point to the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness area. Generally open May to October as weather and conditions allow.

Wolf Creek Trailhead

This trailhead is located in the Snake River Canyon south of Hoback Junction off of Highway 89 South. It is a large dirt parking area next to Wolf Creek right off of the highway, with several large old growth pine and fir trees. The turnoff is not signed. This is the main access to the Wolf Creek Trail #4060, a non-motorized trail which leads into the Palisades Wilderness Study Area up to the Snake River Divide. It…

Wolf Creek Visitor Station

Located at the entrance of the Fouts Springs area on Forest Road M10. Available facilities include accessible restrooms and a self-service information kiosk.  

Wolf Den TR 89

Wolf Den Trail is 1.3 miles in length. It is blazed with orange trail markers. It is rated as Easy.

Wolf Ford Horse Camp

Located off Yellow Gap, about three miles east of the Cradle of Forestry in America Visitors Center, this 12-site camp provides access to many miles of equestrian trails in the South Mills River area. Fire rings and horse facilities available. 

Wolf Gap Recreation Area

Wolf Gap Recreation Area was once the site of a 1930’s African American Civilian Conservation Corps Camp. This recreation area has many hiking opportunities nearby. From here begin your hike to the popular Big Schloss Overlook with scenic views of Virginia and West Virginia mountains. Stay at one of our charming campsites and enjoy falling asleep to the peaceful symphony of nearby crickets.

Wolf Hollow #773 Trailhead

Trailhead at Wolf Hollow Campground for Wolf Hollow Trail #773 to Black Mountain. Five (5) miles of Wolf Hollow Trail #773 was logged, from FR 141 to Black Mountain Lookout, in the summer of 2017. This is a good day hike to see the views from Black Mountain.

Wolf Hollow Campground

A remote campground on the northeast edge of the Gila Wilderness located south of New Mexico Hwy 59 (Beaverhead Road). High clearance vehicles are recommended. This campground is approximately 90 miles northeast of Truth or Consequences, NM

Wolf Junction (GTT Stop 7)

This stop combines Wolf Junction and Willie Lee recreation sites. The 1930s plat book shows J.W. Findley as the owner of the land now known as Wolf Junction. Other individuals owned the land before Mr. Findley, but he left a lasting impression that is part of Ozarks history. Mr. Findley was a noted author, local historian, and was known as the “walking preacher of the Ozarks”. In his retirement, J.W. Findley wrote 8…

Wolf Lake Shelter Site

This shelter was built in 1941 by the CCC. It is not routinely maintained by the Forest Service.

Wolf Mountain

This is a beautiful gradual hike through lush northern hardwood foliage. It’s rather steep as you near the end but worth the climb. A breathtaking view awaits you at the top.

Wolf Pen Gap

Featuring high mountain vistas, the trail leads the rider through an array of areas, including scenic Gap Creek and Board Camp Creek. The trail continues through a forest of large pines and hardwoods before passing the unique 2-footed oak tree and an abandoned mine shaft. The trail loops are connected to accommodate riders who want to vary the length of their trips.…

Wolf Pen Recreation Area

This campground, located next to the Mulberry River, offers scenic rock bluffs in the northwestern portion of the state. Activities include canoeing on the Mulberry River (very popular with the canoeists) within view of the scenic rock bluffs, fishing, hiking and river access. Camping consists of 6…

Wolverine ATV Trailhead/Campground

This timbered trailhead is popular for hiking. Dry camp at ATV trailhead. This campground has not water available

Wolverine Bypass (#30)

Length: 2.5 miles ONE-WAY Elevation:9,480 feet at the Lost Lake Trailhead; 11,082 feet at the junction with the Blue Ridge Trail.  Trail Description: Begin at the Lost Lake Trailhead. the trail heads east into the Bowen Gulch Protection Area. It eventually meets up with the…

Wonder Mountain Wilderness

This 2,349 acre Wilderness is one of the smallest wildernesses in the Western United States. Wonder Mountain Wilderness borders the Olympic National Park and is located west of Lake Cushman in Mason County. Terrain is generally rugged and ranges from a low of 1,740 feet in McKay Creek to the summit of Wonder Mountain at 4,758 feet. The lower slopes are heavily timbered with dense stands of Douglas- fir, western…