Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests - Welcome

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• Recreation
• Dogs FAQ

Major attractions for visitors from the desert are the Mogollon Rim and eight cold-water lakes. From the Rim’s 7,600 - foot elevation, vista points provide inspiring views of the low lands to the south.

With two million acres, there's something for everyone to see and do!

Upcoming Hiring Event

• Applications Open February 3 for Temporary Fire & Fire-Support Jobs

  

  Temporary position applications will open on February 3. Assignments can last six months to a year, and start dates range from June to October 2025. Duty stations are located across Arizona and New Mexico.

  View Temporary Positions

Plan Your Visit

• Recreation

  

  Lakes and mountains. The Mogollon Rim. The White Mountains. A place of spiritual renewal and more...

  Recreation Areas

• Find Your Way

  

  Interactive, downloadable and print maps and publications of National Forests and National Grasslands in Arizona and New Mexico.

  Maps and Guides

• Passes/Permits

  

  Purchase recreation passes, permits for forest products, or apply for special-use permits for events and commercial activities.

  Passes and Permits

Learn More About the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests

• Shared Stewardship

  

  USDA Undersecretary for Natural Resources and Environment Dr. Homer Wilkes and Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs sign Shared Stewardship in Phoenix to reduce community wildfire risk and improve forest health.

  News Release

• Caring for the Land

  

  The Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests are tasked with managing public lands brimming with natural resources and diverse wildlife. We work to protect at-risk species like the Mexican spotted owl and New Mexican jumping mouse, protect the Heber Wild Horse Territory, ensure forest health through safe logging practices, and restore critical ecosystems.

  Land Management