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.”
Displaying 12201 - 12225 of 22716Prospector Campground
Prospector Campground is located on Dillon Reservoir in the heart of Summit County between Keystone and Frisco on Swan Mountain Road. The reservoir is encircled by Swan Mountain and the dramatic Gore and Tenmile mountain ranges. In addition to boating, there is a variety of activities including camping, fishing, picnicking, bicycling, and hiking.
Water contact including swimming, water skiing and SCUBA diving are…
Windy Point Group Campground
Windy Point Group Campground is located on Dillon Reservoir in the heart of Summit County between Keystone and Breckenridge, CO on Swan Mountain Road. The reservoir is encircled by Swan Mountain and the dramatic Gore and Tenmile mountain ranges. In addition to boating, there is a variety of activities including camping, fishing, picnicking, bicycling, and hiking. Water contact including swimming, water skiing and…
Windy Point TH #9130
The Windy Point Trail trail is a short hike out to a viewpoint of Dillon Reservoir. The views of the Gore and Tenmile mountain ranges are spectacular.
Deer Creek Road TH #5
The Montezuma area was discovered by miners and settled during the silver boom in 1863. The first part of Deer Creek Road is on a gentle incline that takes you through a broad valley. From this point on the road becomes steep and the valley narrows. Eventually the road leads you up to the Continental Divide with opportunities to connect to the Swan Drainage, Saints John or Radical Hill (technical 4WD road). The…
North Fork Cutoff TH #1976
ALERTS:
• Bear canisters are required for all backpackers in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness.• Advance reservation permits are required for overnight stays in the Maroon Bells - Snowmass…
North Fork TH #1974
ALERTS:
• Bear canisters are required for all backpackers in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness.• Advance reservation permits are required for overnight stays in the Maroon Bells - Snowmass Wilderness Overnight Permit Zones.…
North Lost TH #1967
ALERTS:
• Bear canisters are required for all backpackers in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness.• Advance reservation permits are required for overnight stays in the Maroon Bells - Snowmass Wilderness Overnight Permit Zones.…
Wilson Mesa/Sleepy Cat Peak #1800
The Wilson Mesa/Sleepy Cat Peak Trail is 10.9 miles long and offers access to a roadless section that is popular with hunters. The trail heads in an easterly direction through open meadows and aspen. After .5 mile, it drops into a fork of Morapos Creek and climbs up a ridge top to the Wymore Lake Trail junction. The trail then dropsinto the main fork of Morapos Creek, crosses it, and again climbs a…
Wymore Lake #1801
The Wymore Lake splits off the Wilson Mesa Trail (#1800) about .5 of a mile from the Morapos Trailhead. It heads east and parallels Morapos Creek then climbs a ridge and rejoins the Wilson Mesa Trail (#1800) after 2.9 miles.
Boiler Creek #1843
The Boiler Creek trail is2.28 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 636 and ends at Forest Boundary. The trail is open for high clearance vehicles; OHV, horse and foot traffic.
West Elk Trailhead
The West Elk Trailhead is a year-round parking area for motorized and non-motorized recreational activities. The trailhead is located along Forest Road 245 (Buford-New Castle Road) approximately 7.5 miles north of the Forest boundary. The parking area has room for several dozen passenger vehicles and trailers.
During the summer, the West Elk Trailhead serves as the southern access point for …
Centennial (East Elk) Trailhead
The Centennial Trailhead is located near the Forest Boundary at the end of County Road 241. This trailhead provides access to East Elk Trail #1841. From here, users can follow the East Elk Trail to its intersection with Spring Creek Trail at 2.0 miles. Both trails are open to foot and horse travel. This trailhead is…
Hunter Creek TH #2194
The trail goes down steps to a walkway that follows Hunter Creek,gradually ascending to the Benedict Bridge. The trail ascends steeply until reaching the Forest Service boundary and the Hunter Valley meadow. Cross Hunter Creek at the 10th Mountain Bridge and head right 1/8 mile to the Hunter Creek Trail sign on the left. The trail ascends steeply and meets again with the 4WD road. Follow the road toward Van Horn…
Hunter Valley TH #1992
This is a moderate hike with good views of the Elk Mountain Range and the town of Aspen. The first 3 miles of the trail are HEAVILY used by mountain bikers, hikers, joggers and their dogs.
Sunnyside TH #1987
The trail offers a challenging day hike or backpack trip and access into Hunter Creek, Lenado and Van Horn Park. This is a popular trail with mountain bikers and hikers. The trail is narrow and not recommended for horse use. There are beautiful aspen groves and good views of Aspen and the surrounding mountains. This trail is heavily used by mountain bikers.
Tabor Creek #2185
To access Tabor Creek Trail, follow the old jeep trail down to Lincoln Creek and cross the creek. There is no bridge and the creek can be high in spring and early summer. Look for fallen trees as an aid in crossing. After crossing the creek the trail climbs steeply and in 1/2 mile it crosses a wooden bridge over an aqueduct. The trail then becomes more moderate following the stream through the woods before it…
Weller Campground
This campground has 11 campsites. Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Firegrates, Trash Disposal & Potable Water during the season. Access to fishing areas and trails are available. See the nearby Weller Trail.
Camping is permitted in developed campgrounds and/or designated campsites only. This area provides access to the…
Weller Lake TH #1989
Weller Lake trail immediately forks from the parking lot, take the right fork following the stream down valley. Cross the wooden bridge on the left then stay right. The trail follows some switchbacks to another bridge crossing just before the lake.
West Maroon #1970
ALERTS:
• Bear canisters are required for all backpackers in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness.• Advance reservation permits are required for overnight stays in the Maroon Bells - Snowmass Wilderness Overnight Permit Zones.…
East Dorset Trailhead
The East Dorset Trailhead provides access to the East Dorset Trail. Trailhead parking is off of Mad Tom Road approximately 0.6 miles from East Dorset before the road makes a sharp northward turn.
Backbone Horse Campground
Backbone Horse Campground is a small, semi-primitive campground designed primarily for campers or picnickers that bring horses with them.
Talladega National Forest
Recreation areas on the Talladega National Forest.
Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex
Together, the Great Bear, Bob Marshall, and Scapegoat Wildernesses form the Bob Marshall Wilderness Complex, an area of more than 1.5 million acres. The Flathead National Forest manages the largest portion of this Wilderness Complex. This is the third largest wilderness complex in the lower 48 states. They are managed by three national forests - Flathead, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Lolo, and five ranger districts…
Spotted Bear Campground
This is a fee campground for $13 per night/$5 per extra vehicle (no fee 9/30 - 5/15) located 55 miles south of the town of Hungry Horse on the gravel East Side Reservoir Road #38. The campground is located at an elevation of 3,800 feet and is maintained from May 15 through September 30.
Spotted Bear Campground is situated next to the Spotted Bear and South Fork Flathead Rivers just off the East Side…
Trail Canyon Trailhead
Trailhead