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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 12091 - 12120 of 17632

Pioneer Bridle Trailhead

Pioneer Bridle Trailhead can be used to access the Pioneer Bridle Trail, which is a major mountain bike route. However, most recreators park at Glacier View Trailhead (3,600’) to access this trail. Pioneer Bridle Trail descends most of its length to Tollgate Trailhead (1,800’) and connects the towns…

Pipe Creek Sno-Park

Non-motorized Sno-Park offering 57 miles of marked un-groomed cross-country ski/snowshoe trails. Approximately 20 parking spaces. More information can be found on the Washington State Parks Winter Recreation website.

Pipeline OHV Trailhead

The 19-mile Pipeline OHV Trail is one of the easiest OHV trails to access within the Ocala National Forest, with a prominent trailhead along SR 316 between Salt Springs and Eureka. Open to motorcycles and ATVs, the trail includes some sharply banked curves through the scrub at the north end of the northernmost of the three stacked loops. Use the Pipeline Trail to access to the Tobacco Patch OHV Trail, Hog Valley OHV…

Pipeline Trailhead

The Pipeline Trail is 3.1 miles long. It begins at Connell Lake Road and ends at Jct. With Tongass Hwy. The trail is gravel-surfaced with rolling terrain providing flat and easy to hike sections with a few steeper inclines. It has been designated as an accessible trail meeting all accessible standards. It provides a link between the campgrounds and day use areas within the Ward Lake complex with the Last Chance…

Piper Island Cabin

Rustic 16’ x 16’ modified a-frame cabin with large skylight over dining area, and open sleeping loft with railing, reached by vertical ladder; oil stove; capacity 7 persons; mooring buoy for anchorage.

Piper Trailhead

The Piper Trail is a challenging trail that summits Mt. Chocorua (3,500 ft.) in 4.3 miles and 2,700 ft. of elevation gain. Camp Penacook Shelter can be reached by following the Piper Trail for 2.8 miles to a marked spur trail leading to the 3-sided lean-to and outhouse.

Pipi Campground

CAUTION: There are bears in the area. Please keep all foods, soaps, and garbage properly stored in bear boxes. Check ahead. Campfires may not be allowed during fire restrictions. Please check with the campground attendant or entrance board before setting up your camp.

Pipsissewa #383

3.8 round trip – more difficult 846.5 ft elevation gain hikers only trail. Trail ascends up Bonaparte Mountain to a rocky overlook with great views of Bonaparte Lake and surrounding area to the east. The trail ends on FS Rd. 3300-100. This trail is part of the Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail. An option to travel on the South Side Trail #308 can be done by travelling .25 miles on the FS 3300-100…

Pisgah National Forest

The Pisgah National Forest is a land of mile-high peaks, cascading waterfalls, and heavily forested slopes. Comprised of over 500,000 acres, the Pisgah is primarily a hardwood forest with whitewater rivers, waterfalls and hundreds of miles of trails. This national forest is home of the first tract of land purchased under the Weeks Act of 1911 which led to the creation of the national forests in the eastern United…

Pisgah Ranger District

The Pisgah Ranger District is home to many waterfalls, scenic views, and miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails. Bordering Transylvania, Buncombe, and Haywood Counties, Pisgah Ranger District is a short drive from Asheville, Hendersonville, Brevard, and Waynesville. Lake Powhatan Recreation area and Bent Creek Experimental Forest are also included in the Pisgah District, providing visitors with more…

Pisgah Ranger Station/Visitor Center

Pisgah Ranger Station offers a variety of experiences including interpretative trails, day hikes, information on the Pisgah National Forest, and interpretative visitor center. The visitor center is operated by FIND Outdoors.   

Pistol Lake Trailhead

The Pistol Lake Trailhead has a registration box on site.

Pistol River

The Pistol River is a medium-sized coastal river that enters the ocean approximately 15 miles below Gold Beach. The Pistol River mouth is blocked by a sandbar through late summer, which prevents sea-run cutthroat from entering the stream until late August or September. The river is closed for salmon fishing on the Rogue River-Siskiyou…

Pistol Rock Rec Site

One group site with a concrete pad and cooking area, 8 tables and a large fire ring and 4 single family picnic sites with a table and fire ring each. Parking is limited at the picnic site but additional parking is available 300 yards to the east.

Pit River Trailhead

The newest developed recreation site on the Modoc National Forest. A new vault toilet was installed in October 2023 with more upgrades to come in 2024.

Pitchpine Trailhead

Primitive trailhead with access to motorized Grizzly-Helena Trail as well as Mount Zirkel Wilderness.

Pitkin

Camping east of Gunnison near Pitkin

Pitkin Campground - Gunnison RD

The area surrounding Pitkin Campground is popular for four-wheel driving in the Summer and Fall months. Many 4-wheel drive, high-clearance roads exist in this mountainous region. The area north and east of Pitkin was part of the mineral belt that extends into Leadville. Many of the 4-wheel drive roads were created by miners over 100 years ago. Pitkin campground is also used as a winter trailhead for snowmobilers,…

Pitkin TH #2012

The Pitkin Trail begins in East Vail and ends at Pitkin Lake: The first mile of the trail is strenuous as it climbs steeply out of the Vail Valley. The grade levels out somewhat as the trail passes through mature aspen groves and spruce-fir forests and a series of moraines from an ancient glacial retreat. After about 2.5 miles, steep switchbacks reveal the first of two waterfalls on Pitkin Creek about 200 yards to…

Pittman Lake

Click here for a printable Enoree District fishing opportunities guide.

Pittsburg Campground

Pittsburg Campground overlooks the Wild and Scenic Snake River in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. This large facility is open year-round with 28 tent/trailer sites many of which can accommodate large RVs and trailers. The accessible facility has accessible campsites and toilets with paved roads and camp spurs. …

Pittsburg Landing Boat Launch

The Pittsburg Landing Boat Launch is adjacent to the Pittsburg Campground on the the Wild and Scenic Snake River in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area. This large boating facility is open year-round and can accommodate large trailers with jetboats or rafts. The facility has accessible parking and toilets…

Pittsburg Rockart Interpretive Site

Located on the hills above the Wild and Scenic Snake River, the Pittsburg Rockart Interpretive Site explains the petroglyphs (carvings on stone) and pictographs (paintings on stone) and scratchings left by Native Americans in Hells Canyon. The site has many examples of this rock art work along a short kid friendly trail. Located nearby are…

Pittsburg Saddle Viewpoint

Located on the edge of the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, the Pittsburg Saddle Viewpoint offers spectacular views of the rugged Hells Canyon area across to Oregon and down to the Wild and Scenic Snake River. The area is open year-round. Located nearby are Pittsburg Campground and…

Pittsburgh Landing

Forest Road 493 is a narrow, steep, gravel road to the Snake River within Hells Canyon. Once an expansive Native American village site, today Pittsburgh Landing is popular for river access and camping. Visit the Wallowa Whitman National Forest website for more information about the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area.

Piute Mountains

The Piutes Mountains are the southeastern mountains of the Kern River Ranger District. This area can be accessed through Kelso Valley to Piute Mountain Road or through Walker Basin to the other end of Piute Mountain Road. The Piutes is a major OHV area. A popular staging area is at Landers Campground. [LINKS TO PIUTE AREAS]

Placer Campground

Campground is located near Mammoth Pool.  Each site has a table, grill and fire ring.  Services: Wagner's campground - gas, phone, food and store)

Placer River Snowmobiling Trailhead

Parking to access the Placer River valley can be limited.  Two small parking areas exist at MP 77 of the Seward Highway.  A third larger parking area at Ingram Creek (MP 75) is used as overflow on busy days.  There are no designated “snowmobile trails” in the Placer River Valley and travel up valley usually follows the river (if frozen) or the west side of the Valley close to the toe of the slope.…

Placita #1966

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.