Recreation
Some of the best recreation experiences in the South are on national forests and grasslands. You can explore 11,262 miles of trails, 1,700 developed recreation sites, witness the beauty of nature, and find peaceful places to relax and reflect. The world-class recreation opportunities in the Southern Region draw about 24 million visitors each year.
Sill Branch Falls Hike
Site Open
This one-half mile (one way) short walk terminates at a water play area at the base of a 20 foot waterfall. Best viewing times are spring and fall, as there is generally more water flowing over…
Silver Glen Run
Site Open
Broad and cypress-lined, Silver Glen Run is a popular destination for boaters with a draft shallow enough to cross the bar at its mouth. Houseboats and sailboats frequently anchor beneath the tall…
Silver Glen Springs Recreation Area
Site Open
  Both a popular day-use recreation area and an important archaeological site, Silver Glen Springs showcases the delicate balance between enjoying the outdoors and preserving precious …
Silver Lake OHV Trailhead
Site Open
 Off-highway vehicle (OHV) trailhead access for the all-terrain vehicle (ATV) trail system. The parking area is located inside Silver Lake Recreation Area, off to the right as you enter the…
Silver Lake Recreation Area
Site Open
 Visitors most often come to the largest recreation area on the Apalachicola National Forest to swim off the 250-foot white sand beach, walk the mile-long interpretive trail or picnic at one of 45…
Silver Lake Trail
Site Open
With a gentle one-mile loop that starts as a boardwalk from the lower part of the picnic area, the Silver Lake Trail offers views of the lake from all perspectives and access for anglers to the far…
Silver Run Falls TR435
Silver Run Falls Trail 435 is located off of Hwy 107 south of Cashiers, NC. The trail is .12 one way, to view a waterfall.
Sink Mountain Boat Ramp
Site Open
Sink Mountain Boat Ramp is located approx 1 mile on paved Forest Road 298 off TN Hwy 167.
Sipsey River Picnic Area and Trailhead
Site Open
Sipsey River Picnic Area has a beautiful river trail, tables, and a canoe launch.Visitors can enjoy an environment of solitude while surrounded by natural settings. The Sipsey Wilderness is…
Skinny Trail Loop (part of FATS Trail)
As of 12/19/2024, the Skinny Trail Loop has 3-miles now opened. However, the rest of the FATS trail is closed until hazardous trees from Hurricane Helene have been cleared. We appreciate your…