The Maury Mountains offer solitude and relaxation to those in search of it. There are four campgrounds in the area including one situated on the shore of Antelope Flat Reservoir (a little known fishing hole), and the agate beds near Elkhorn Campground have also been known to attract rock hounds. This beautiful, secluded area is a great place to find your own adventure!

Far removed from the nearest town this entire area offers a pristine natural environment comparable to many wilderness areas.  Most recreation happens here during the big game hunting seasons, leaving the area vastly unoccupied the remainder of the summer season.  You can experience just about everything here from wildlife viewing to fording a river into the Black Canyon Wilderness on a…

The western portion of the Ochoco National Forest offers a great variety of recreational opportunities without being too far removed from the nearest town.  In the winter, there are opportunities for snow play including a Mark's Creek Sled Hill and numerous trails for snowmobiles and cross country skiers.  In the summer there is everything from fishing to backpacking in Mill Creek Wilderness and the…

  Ochoco Ranger Rental House is located 25 miles northeast of Prineville, Oregon. Nestled under big ponderosa pines, the rental sits in upper Ochoco Valley at the location of the former Ochoco Ranger Station, which has now been removed. This scenic location offers easy access to Lookout Mountain Trail #804,…

A dam constructed on Ochoco Creek after World War I formed the reservoir for irrigation and flood control which allowed for recreation activities. Mill Creek and Ochoco Creek input to the reservoir and the output is Ochoco Creek.  Except for the campground and dam, almost all of the reservoir's shoreline is private land.…

The Ocoee Ranger Station can provide additional visitor information, and has an outlet that sells maps, books, passes, and permits. 

A thrill a minute Class III-IV rapids make the Ocoee one of the best whitewater rivers in the south. With two distinct sections available for rafting/canoe/kayaking, you can spend anywhere from 3 hours to all day on the river. The Ocoee was home of the 1996 Olympic canoe and kayak slalom events and that venue can be visited at the Ocoee Whitewater Center. Outfitters provide rafting services on both the upper and…

World class whitewater, mountain biking trail systems, environmental education programs, highly developed camping, and scenic byways are a few activities featured in the Ocoee River area.   Local outfitters offer rafting excursions in the Ocoee River’s world-class whitewater. The…

The first designated national forest scenic byway in the nation includes 26 miles of US 64 and Forest Road 77. The two-lane route winds past Parksville Lake, through the scenic rocky bluffs of Ocoee River Gorge and past the Ocoee Whitewater Center. Take a side trip up the 7-mile Chilhowee Scenic Spur, Forest Road 77, to Chilhowee Recreation Area. Take in long-range views of the Tennessee Valley, Cumberland…

On April 26, 2022, the Ocoee Whitewater Center caught fire and was destroyed. No one was injured in the fire. The Cherokee National Forest, along with Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), have reopened all trails, the lower lot as well as the upper parking lot of the Ocoee Whitewater Center. The fenced in area around the visitor center will remain closed to the public. In 1996 the world's eyes were on the…

The Oconee Connector bridges the Station Cove Falls Trail and Oconee State Park. Whether hiking or biking, the Oconee Connector provides spectacular views from a 1000-foot high ridge line, especially in the fall and winter. You will also pass through dense hardwood forest and hike on a historic road.

Approximately 60 miles southeast of Atlanta, the Oconee National Forest is an easy drive and has much to offer those in the heart of the state.  Boasting group campsites and recreational opportunities galore, the Oconee District is one not to miss. The swimming area at Lake Sinclair is a great summer time get away.

Located along the bank of the Oconee River, this recreation area offers camping, picnicking, hiking, boating and fishing. Five campsites with tables, tent pads and grills are available to campers. Main road through campground is paved. Some of the campsites are accessible to people with disabilities, as are the restrooms. Drinking water is not available at this time. Please be-aware of the possibility of flooding

Fishing, kayaking and launching your boat on Horseshoe Reservoir are some of the many recreational activities to enjoy during your visit. When water levels are low, families can enjoy their day at the shoreline. Ocotillo’s boating site offers gorgeous vistas of the surrounding…

Located in Newberry National Volcanic Monument.

Diamond Peak stands as a sentinel over Odell Lake, one of the blue giants of the Deschutes National Forest. This large lake is 3562 acres, 6 miles long and 1 1/2 miles wide, and reaches a depth of 282 ft. The average depth is 132 ft. which makes it ideal habitat for lake trout (Mackinaw) and bull trout. Rainbow trout, kokanee…

This range provides recreational opportunities and target practice shooting.  Regulations are posted at the range.

Located approximately 35 minutes west of Klamath Falls, Oregon, this picnic site features large ponderosa pines, Douglas firs, and an abundance of natural vegetation. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings and one vault toilet. A steep boat ramp for small boats is available to access Klamath Lake through a water channel. There is no dock, so be prepared to wade in the water to board your boat. Odessa’…

The ODOT Pit is managed by Central Oregon Combined OHV Operations for the Prineville District of the BLM. The ODOT pit is considered one of the best play area in the state of Oregon. It provides challenges for riders at all levels of experience. The gravel mounds provide excellent jumping opportunities. There are flats around the perimeter of the pit…

OverviewOff Cow Camp Cabin is a small cabin located in a high elevation meadow at 10,500 feet on Burro Creek near an off-highway vehicle trail. The cabin and barn were renovated in 2010 and a vault toilet was installed.Natural Features:There are meadows, aspen groves and spruce/fir forests near the cabin. At 13, 200 feet, Bennett Peak sits southeast of the cabin. Fitton Guard Station is located 400 yards upstream…

Off-HighwayVehicle Areas along the California State Highway 108

The Ogden Creek Motorized Trailhead provides access to four OHV trails southeast of Warren Peak. The trailhead is approximately 10 miles from Sundance and provides close access for local riders. The trails are open to vehicles with 50-inch width or less. This trailhead is also one of the four trailheads serving the 47.3 miles of stacked-loop non-motorized Sundance Trails. To access the Ogden Creek Motorized…

From May through September, the District is very busy place especially on the weekends. On Pineview Reservoir, visitors can indulge in water sports such as boating, swimming and fishing. Camping is also available at Pineview. Summer visitors can take a scenic drive, hike, bike, watch birds and wildlife, and ride their OHVs. Winter activities include snowmobiling, downhill and cross country skiing, snow shoeing, and…

This byway can be divided into three parts, Ogden Canyon, Pineview Reservoir and Monte Cristo road. The road starts in Ogden and runs along an extremely narrow canyon before exiting at Pineview Reservoir near Huntsville Utah.

Located in the most northwestern corner of Nebraska, north of Crawford, you'll find the expansive landscape of the Oglala National Grasslands. This unique area consists of native mixed-grass prairie, with forested streambeds and steep, worn, formations created by water and wind erosion on layers of siltstone, and clay.  Find your way to the…

Oh! Ridge Campground is located in the Eastern Sierra, near the Town of June lake, at an elevation of 7,600 feet. Campsites are located on mostly open area above the shoreline of beautiful June Lake. Day use area has a swimming beach located adjacent to the campground. The outstanding lake and mountain views at this campground are a favorite spot for both families and anglers. This campground has 143 campsites.…

Named for what people say when they come over the rise and get their first view of June Lake and the surrounding mountains OH! Ridge overlook has a scenic overlook platform.

The Oh-Be-Joyful Trail #836 begins at the southeast forest boundary at Oh-Be-Joyful Trailhead and ends at the Daisy Pass Trail #404. After the first mile it enters the Raggeds Wilderness as it travels west paralleling Oh-Be-Joyful Creek its entire length. It ascends along an old two track for the first 2 miles eventually becoming a single path…

The Oh-Be-Joyful Pass Trail #835 begins at an intersection with the Silver Basin Trail #834 and ends at an intersection with the Daisy Pass Trail #404 on the Gunnison Ranger District about 0.5 miles past Oh-Be-Joyful Pass.  Follow the Daisy Pass Trail south for about 1 mile to an intersection with the Oh-Be-Joyful Trail #836 which continues on to the Oh-Be-Joyful Trailhead. Due to the abundance of moisture and…