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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 2131 - 2160 of 17634

Buckeye

This body of water is part of the Provo drainage.

Buckeye Campground

Buckeye Campground provides a quiet camping experience. The campground is on Buckeye Creek and is shaded by Jeffrey and Lodgepole pines. Hiking along Buckeye Creek into the nearby Hoover Wilderness. Hiking on Eagle Creek to the flanks of Eagle Mountain. Buckeye hot spring (140 degrees F) is just east of the campground. The spring comes out above the creek, over a rock overhang, which creates a cave-like area in the…

Buckeye Gulch

Approximately 2 miles, this road that can be walked, biked or driven. The section of the road that can be driven with a 4WD vehicle begins 4.5 miles north of Leadville on Colorado Hwy 91 and ends on a hiking trail about 1/4 mile before the lake. The first part of this road crosses private land. Please stay on the roadway and be respectful of private property.

Buckeye Recreation Area

Buckeye Recreation Area sits at an elevation of 7600 ft on the east side of the La Sal Mountains surrounded by ponderosa pine trees. It is most easily accessible from the town of Paradox, CO and is a popular fishing and camping location in the mountains.  The Buckeye Recreation Area is located adjacent to Buckeye Reservoir…

Buckeye Reservoir

Buckeye Reservoir is a 109 acre reservoir located on the east side of the La Sal Mountains in Colorado and is situated in a valley of mature Ponderosa Pines at 7,600 feet. It is a favorite fishing and camping spot. The reservoir is stocked with Rainbow Trout by the Colorado Division of Wildlife. It's located in the…

Buckhead Nature Trailhead

This trailhead provides access to: Buckhead Trail #3474 See Trail page for more information.

Buckhorn

This is a great recreation area.

Buckhorn Bar Campground

Located alongside the South Fork Salmon River, these 10 campsites include 4 walk-in, tent only sites. The walk-in sites are along the Sough Fork of the Salmon River, and 1 is a double unit, which can accommodate up to 16 people. Nearby activities include fishing and rafting in the South Fork of the Salmon River. The campground is eight miles south of the confluence of the East Fork of the South Fork of the…

Buckhorn Campground

Located near the Buckhorn Tower Viewpoint, the Buckhorn Campground is a small rustic campground nestled in the trees just below the ridgeline. The site is popular with summer campers and fall hunters. Hells Canyon National…

Buckhorn Campground

Buckhorn Campground can be the quick escape you need from LA. The campground is drenched in fresh air with the smell of incense cedars surrounding visitors. Overnight, campers may spot seasonal constellations, planets, and the occasional shooting star. During the day, visitors can venture to nearby waterfalls or trails including the Burkhart Trail, Pacific Crest Trail, and Silver Moccasin. Buckhorn Campground has…

Buckhorn Creek Trailhead

Access Buckhorn Creek Trailhead from the South Fork of the Salmon River Road (FS#674), and cross over the bridge.  The trailhead is at elevation 3,882 feet.  There is adequate parking for vehicles and horse trailers at the trailhead.  Buckhorn Creek/Summit trail #096 can be accessed from this trailhead.  From…

Buckhorn Day-Use Area

This site is located off Angeles Crest Highway (CA-2) with a view of the surrounding mountains to the north. It is popular with hikers due to its proximity to the Mt. Waterman Trail. Amenities: 4 total picnic tables--including 3 regular picnic tables and 1 group picnic table. No FS provided fire appliances. 1 vault toilet. Trash receptacles. No drinking water available.

Buckhorn Hunt Camp

Get back to nature while enjoying primitive camping. Hunting This location is used primarily as a hunt camp during general gun season.

Buckhorn Meadows Trailhead

Provides access to: Buckhorn Meadows Trail #205 which accesses Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. This trailhead offers undeveloped camping with a 6 horse tie-stall, manger and stock rail. The parking area is small. Please park in a manner that will allow…

Buckhorn Ranger Station

The Buckhorn Ranger Station has three cabins, an office and large garage. The Buckhorn Ranger Cabin was built in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The 1941 electrical plans for the Ranger Station called for off-grid wind power generation. All five buildings at the complex are powered by a sustainable off-grid solar and battery micro-grid installed in 2024. The Ranger Station is available for lodging.

Buckhorn Road

Take Camuesa Road to the Buckhorn Road which leads to the top of Little Pine Mountain. Camuesa/Buckhorn Roads can be accessed from Upper Oso Campground parking lot 6 miles off Paradise Road. Camuesa Road is about 12 miles long. Approximately 4 miles up the Camuesa Road, the Buckhorn forks off to the north for 8 miles.

Buckhorn Snowmobile Trailhead

Buckhorn Snowmobile Trailhead provides direct access to snowmobile Trail 3. This is the closest trailhead for riders coming from Newcastle, Wyoming. The trail is 6.5 miles from Four Corners, WY and provides access to trails that spread across eastern Wyoming and western South Dakota. The trailhead is privately owned so respect private property by remaining on roads, parking lots, and trails, and packing out what you…

Buckhorn Tower Viewpoint

The Buckhorn Tower Viewpoint offers picturesque views of the dissected canyons and 'knife edge' ridges along the Imnaha River. This fully accessible site is a popular stopping point for visitors wanting to drive to a scenic viewpoint and sample the Hells Canyon and Imnaha River country. Buckhorn Campground

Buckhorn Wilderness

Buckhorn Wilderness is located in the northeast portion of the Olympic National Forest. A patented mining claim involving 216 acres of private land is within the Wilderness. This Wilderness encompasses 44, 258 acres and is the largest on the Olympic National Forest. It includes very steep terrain ranging in elevation from 1,000 feet near the Gray Wolf River, to the summit of Mt. Fricaba at 7,134 feet. Other major…

Bucking Mule Falls TH

Bucking Mule Falls Trailhead has facilities for horse users, including stock tanks, a mounting rack and hitching rails. Camping is allowed at this trailhead.

Buckles Lake Trailhead

The Buckles Lake Trailhead leads to both Buckles Lake Trail (688) and V Rock Trail (578). Buckles Lake Trail is 3 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 663m - Buckles Lake Road, continues past Buckles Lake and ends at…

Bucks Crossing Trailhead

The Bucks Crossing Trailhead is a very small minimally developed trailhead along Forest Road 66. Parking is along the road in undesignated areas.

Bucks Lake Recreation Area

Bucks Lake is located on Oroville-Bucks Lake Road, 17 miles southwest of Quincy or 32 miles northeast of Oroville.  Bucks Lake is a high mountain lake surrounded by the Bucks Lake Wilderness on one side and recreation residences/resorts on the other side.   The area offers year-round recreation opportunities, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Showers are available…

Bucks Lake Wilderness

The Bucks Lake Wilderness was established by the California Wilderness Act of 1984.  The wilderness encompasses 21,000 acres, and is located near the northern end of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. Topography Elevations in the Bucks Lake Wilderness range from 2,000 ft. in the Feather River Canyon to 7,017 ft. at Spanish Peak. …

Buckskin Charlie Rec Site

This is a picnic site with one unit. No water is available at the site; bring your own water.

Buckskin Gulch Auto Tour

Buckskin Gulch Auto Tour begins in Alma, 5 1/2 miles north of Fairplay. Of this 5-mile route, the first 4 miles are suitable for most passenger cars; the last mile is steep, rocky, and rough.

Buckskin Pass Trailhead #1975

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.  

Buckskin Peak Trailhead

Provides access to: southern end of Kalmiopsis Rim Trail #1124 south of Buckskin Peak. About 1 mile north of the trailhead there is a junction with Frantz Meadow Trail #1216 about 1 mile south of Mud Spring. Facilities No picnic table No…

Bucktail Creek #659

The Bucktail Creek Trail #659 begins at Forest Service Road #604.1A and ends at the National Forest Boundary.  The trail descends into a draw and crosses west/southwest above the Big Bucktail Creek drainage.  It follows along above the creek and after about 3.3 miles it intersects the Bucktail Creek Spur Trail #659.1A. Continue south on the Bucktail Creek trail for another 1.2 miles were it terminates at…