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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 5971 - 6000 of 17633

Glacier View Campground

Located on the south shore of Lake Wenatchee. This campground also offers 16 walk-in sites located on the lakeshore.

Glacier View RD

The Glacier View Ranger District is bordered on the east by the North Fork of the Flathead River and Glacier National Park.  Its northern border is with Canada and its western border is with the Kootenai National Forest.

Glacier View Sno-Park/Trailhead

Space for 30 cars. No trailer access. Trailhead board with map. No buildings. Toilets maintained May 1 - October 31. View a map of the area here. Provides access to: Glacier View Trail and…

Glade Creek

Glade Creek is a small stream originating high along the Siskiyou Mountain Crest and entering the Little Applegate River, southwest of Talent, Oregon. A waterfall near the mouth prevents steelhead from accessing most of the stream. The stream is not stocked but supports relatively high numbers of wild, albeit small, rainbow trout averaging 6…

Glade Creek Group Campground

A popular spot with the locals, the quaint Glade Creek Group Campground has five sites and is peacefully tucked away on about four acres, alongside a rolling river and under a canopy of mixed-age conifers and low-growing shrubs. The vegetation provides privacy for each site as well as shade in the summer, and due to its position along a large bend in the river, and private beach access, this area is popular…

Glade Creek/Cold Springs Trailhead

Provides access to: Cold Spring Trail #3008 and Glade Creek Trail #3014 which enter North Fork John Day Wilderness. The trailhead is at the end of a short, steep loop…

Glade Top National Forest Scenic Byway

Welcome to Glade Top Trail, a National Forest Scenic Byway in Missouri! This 23-mile Scenic Byway is named for the beautiful glades that surround the ridge tops where the Scenic Byway traverses. Along the trail are seven overlook “pull-outs” that provide panoramic views that reach to the Springfield Plateau twenty miles to the northwest and forty miles south to the Boston Mountains in Arkansas. Visit the detail stop…

Gladiator Trailhead

This is the beginning of a great trail that allows you to explore two old cabins.

Gladie Visitor Center

The Gladie Visitor Center, operated in partnership with FIND Outdoors, is your gateway to information and adventures within the Red River Gorge and nearby Clifty Wilderness. Within the visitor center, you’ll find area information, safety…

Glass Creek Campground

Located in pine forest north of Mammoth Lakes, this campground has 66 campsites. While the sites are dry, with no hook ups they are large and can accommodate RV's up to 45 ft. This is a great location to explore the nearby Owens River Headwaters and Obsidian Dome areas. Bring your own water. 14 day stay limit. Self register when you arrive, no reservations. This is Bear Country. Please store food properly…

Glass Creek Meadow Trailhead

West of Obsidian Dome, the trail to Glass Creek Meadow follows one of the tributaries in the new Owens River Headwaters Wilderness. 

Glastenbury Wilderness

The Glastenbury Wilderness is northeast of Bennington, beginning just north of Route 9. Seen from Route 7, the area possesses a massive and beautifully wild ridgeline that dominates the landscape to the east. Despite the area's proximity to Bennington, it is quiet and remote. The forestland and extensive stands of mature beech trees provide critical black bear habitat, and claw-marked beech trees are a common sight…

Gleason's Landing Campground and River Access

Gleasons Landing is a very popular campground on the banks of the Pere Marquette River. With a selection of shaded and secluded spots, the campground is perfect for peaceful nature immersion.  The Pere Marquette River was designated a National Scenic River in 1978, the first in Michigan, and it regularly attracts many canoeing, kayaking and fishing enthusiasts. The 66-mile stretch of river begins east of…

Glen Alpine Trailhead

Glen Alpine Trailhead is located on the south end of the Lake Tahoe Basin near South Lake Tahoe, and serves as an entry point for Desolation Wilderness. From South Lake Tahoe, take Highway 89 north approximately three miles to Fallen Leaf Road. Watch for bicyclists, pedestrians and other cars…

Glen Alton Day Use Area

Glen Alton is a 304-acre property in Giles County that was a working farm until the 1980`s. Majestic trees, open pastures and picturesque buildings create a pastoral setting that invites wandering. This day use area features picnic tables, hiking trails, and wildlife watching opportunities. Nearby area highlights include White Rocks Campground, Potts Rail Trail, Big Stony Creek, and Interior Whistle Stop.

Glen Ellis Scenic Area

This historic site constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps, offers a short hike to a dramatic 66 foot waterfall, picnicking opportunities, and is the starting point for those hiking the Glen Boulder or Wildcat trails.

Glen Lake Trailhead

Glen Lake Trailhead has adequate parking for both cars and trailers. It offers access to Glen Lake Trail #232, Glen Lake, and the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness. No facilities

Glencliff / Hurricane Trailhead

This trailhead serves the Glencliff and Hurricane Trail. The trailhead is on the eastern side of the road just past a sign for the Glencliff trail (Appalachian Trail). From the trailhead you can either walk downhill on High St. to the Glencliff Trail or take the access trail provided behind gate at the end of the parking area to join the Glencliff Trail. There is an informational kiosk provided here but there are no…

Glendale - Powers Bicycle Recreation Area

The Oregon Coast is a cycling attraction that is gaining worldwide recognition for its stunning and diverse landscapes, and the areas just inland from that majestic Highway 101 are equally impressive! The Glendale-Powers route offers the opportunity to bicycle through the ancient forests on the west side of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, along the beautiful Coquille River! Escape into a world of…

Glenn Camp Campground (Hike or bike in 7 miles)

Walk-in or bike-in 7 miles to get to the campground. Be Bear Aware! Bear safety is critical, for the safety of your group and/or you, as well as our bears.

Glenshire Drive Staging Area Picnic Site

The Glenshire Drive Picnic Site offers access to the Truckee River for fishing, tubing, kayaking, rafting, etc. 

Glenwood Canyon Recreation Path

The Glenwood Canyon Recreation Path runs between the Colorado River and I-70. Starting in Glenwood Springs and ending in Dotsero, the path offers a scenic break to travelers who want to stretch their legs. The path is relatively flat making it a great route for all ages and abilities. It can be traveled in either direction and started at multiple points.  

Glenwood Ranger District

The Glenwood Ranger District includes a diverse landscape with spectacular scenery along the Mogollon Rim. The district is managed for many multi-use purposes; hunting, fishing, hiking, backpacking, camping are the primary recreational activities, with livestock grazing and personal firewood cutting filling out the more common extractive uses. The district manages more than 525,448 acres of the Gila National Forest…

Glenwood Springs Area

Glenwood Springs is a good starting point for excursions into the southeastern Flat Tops, Glenwood Canyon, and the Roaring Fork Valley. From Glenwood Springs, users can access miles of motorized and non-motorized trails, all of which lead into rugged and scenic parts of the White River National Forest. Nearby attractions include Grizzly and No Name Creek Canyons, the…

Glenwood-Pedlar Ranger District

Explore recreational opportunities in the Glenwood-Pedlar Ranger District of the National Forest by activity type below.   Also check out adventures specific to Rockbridge county at our partner's website: Rockbridgeoutdoors.com 

Globe Ranger District

The Globe Ranger District is located north, south, and west of the city of Globe, and borders both the Fort Apache and San Carlos Indian Reservations. It is located at the “Bottom,” of the forest, being the district that is furthest south. The district consists of approximately 450,000 acres (approximately 182,000 hectares) of Desert, Chaparral, and Pinyon-Juniper types of vegetation, as well as a small area of…

Glorieta Baldy Lookout

Glorieta Baldy Lookout area is located at the top of Glorieta Baldy Road/Forest Road 375. 

Glover Campground

Glover Campground has picnic areas, toilets, a stock ramp and access to two trails: Roundtop Trail #705 and Glover Trail #704. This site is off the main road.

Goat Creek #641

The Goat Creek Trail #641 begins at an intersection with Forest Service Road #611 and ends at an intersection with Forest Service Road #612. This trail follows Goat Creek for most of its length crossing the creek two times. It starts at an elevation of 9,062 feet and begins to climb a series of switchbacks up the ridge above goat creek. Eventually it descends to the creek bottom, crosses the creek and ascends the…

Goat Creek Sno-Park

Forested Goat Creek Sno-Park gives access to many scenic areas on groomed snowmobile routes to Goat Peak area, Blackpine Basin area, Goat Creek to Banker Pass to Cub Pass and Sweetgrass Butte area. See MAP