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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 11611 - 11640 of 17633

Paris Springs Campground

Paris Springs Campground is nestled along the banks of Paris Creek in Paris Canyon, about five miles west of Paris, Idaho. Tucked within the Caribou-Targhee National Forest near the Bear River Range, this campground sits at an elevation of 6,600 feet, accessible via County Roads 421 and 427 off U.S. Highway 89. Numerous hiking, biking, and off-road vehicle trails crisscross the region, including access to the 55-…

Parish Cabin Campground

The Parish Cabin Campground sets along Bear Creek affording fishing opportunities.  The campground is within minutes of Logan Valley an exceptional place for viewing wildflowers during spring and early summer.  Hikers are within a short drive to trail heads leading into the beautiful Strawberry Mountain Wilderness.  This…

Parish Lake Trailhead

This is the trailhead for Parish Lake Trail #3383 See trail page for more information

Park Butte Lookout

The lookout will be closed September 14th-15th while the Skagit Alpine Club performs much needed maintenance to the structure. From this lookout Mt. Baker climbing parties appear as small dark figures dotting the ice and snow with the Twin View Sisters range, Glacier Peak, and Mt. Rainier on the horizon. The lookout was built in 1932 and Skagit Alpine Club volunteers maintain it. This lookout is available…

Park Creek #1829

The Park Creek Trail begins at South Fork Trail #1827 and ends at Nichols Creek Trail #1830. From the South Fork, the trail climbs quickly for .5 miles and emerges into the open meadows along Park Creek. It passes through a large, grassy park for 2 miles, then…

Park Creek Campground

This small campground stretches along the banks of the south fork of the Rio Grande River among mature spruce and cottonwood trees. Many sites are adjacent to the river. US Highway 160 is very close by so some traffic noise is common day and night. With heavy understory, the campground has the feel of spacious seclusion and is very cool and shady. This is bear country;…

Park Creek Campground

The Park Creek Campground has 12 units in a wooded setting.  There is one  handpump that provides potable water, and one vault toilet.  Water is available in summer months only. Nearby areas of interest include Summit Creek Trail, Big and Little Fall Creek, and Sun Valley/Ketchum.

Park Creek Campground

This smaller sized campground is situated in a lovely old-growth forested setting along Park Creek in the Baker Lake basin. This tranquil setting is in close proximity to the shores of Baker Lake and the larger Swift Creek Campground.

Park Creek Campground and Group sites

The Park Creek Campground is located 4 miles from Lowman, Idaho, off the beaten path at the confluence of Park and Clear Creeks. Visitors enjoy fishing, hunting and exploring local trails and beautiful peaceful setting. Natural Features: Towering Ponderosa pine and Douglas fir trees forest the campground, offering plentiful shade. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. A variety of wildlife lives in the area,…

Park Glacier Climbing Route

This is the longest climb of the northern approaches. Start five miles in from Artist Point Trailhead by taking Chain Lakes Trail #682 to Ptarmigan Ridge Trail #682.1. Three miles in from…

Park Lake Campground

Park Lake Campground is located approximately 20 miles southwest of Helena, Montana.  The site provides an opportunity to camp near the placid, lovely Park Lake. You could enjoy fishing for cutthroat and grayling trout in this beautiful mountain lake,  hand launch non-motorized boats or picnic along the lakeshore.

Park Lake Day Use Area

Park Lake Day Use Area provide the perfect day in the forest enjoy all that nature has to offer including fishing, canoeing, hiking or just exploring the lake habitat in a peaceful, beautiful forested scenic environment.  Restrooms and water are available, and pets are welcome at Park Lake Picnic area.

Park Meadow Trailhead

The Park Meadow Trail provides a stunning view of Golden Lake and beautiful wildflowers in the summer months.  From the Park Meadow Trailhead, the trail travels west and crosses the M

Parker Canyon Lake

    This medium-sized 130 acre lake is located in the Canelo Hills west of the Huachuca Mountains. It offers a number of recreational…

Parker Canyon Lakeshore #128

This 5-mile easy trail passes through oak forest and over rocky ledges as it follows the shore around the lake. A short section of trail north of the marina is paved.

Parker Creek 160

This is a scenic trail that climbs from the Young Highway up into the Sierra Ancha through Ponderosa Pine and mixed-conifer; some good views. Access is through the former sierra Ancha Experiment Station Headquarters (now partially occupied by A.S.U.).

Parker Flat Staging Area - (530)-478-6254 x228

During the winter months, the American River OHV system may be closed after periods of heavy rain when soil moisture levels would likely result in trail damage if riding were to occur. For the most up to date information, please call (530)-478-6254 x228 Staging area for Foresthill OHV Trails with limited camping available (camping subject to closure per forest order). Beginning fall of 2020, the Sugar Pine Off-…

Parker Lake

  Parker Lake is 22.1 acre 18’ deep lake with a beautiful 27-acre wetland adjacent to the north side. Anglers can fish for eastern brook trout and rainbow trout by non-motorized boat or the shoreline. Fishing methods include: Fly, spin and bait. Shoreline access is limited. Two-pole fishing is allowed. There is a put-in spot on the south end…

Parks Ranger District Office

The Parks Ranger District is nestled into the Northwest Central Mountains of Colorado, bordered on the north by Wyoming, the Medicine Bow Mountains and the Rawah Wilderness on the east, the Zirkel Wilderness on the west, and the Park and Rabbit Ears ranges to the south (also known as the Troublesome Area).   These National Forest lands encircle what is known as "North Park," an…

Parkside Campground and Group Campsites

Parkside Campground is south of Red Lodge, along the banks of the Main Fork of Rock Creek. It is near the base of the switchbacks of the Beartooth Scenic Highway.  Mount Maurice Trail (#6), Corral Creek Trail (#9), Bear Track Trail (#8), Lake Fork Trail (#2), Parkside National Recreation Trail (#103), Hellroaring Plateau Trail (#11), Glacier Lake Trail (#3), Sheridan Campground, Rattin Campground, Greenough…

Parkside Group Picnic Site

The Parkside Picnic Area has paved access and is located 12 miles south of Red Lodge, MT, in Parkside Campground. It is near the Beartooth Scenic Byway, and the Parkside, Glacier Lake and Hell Roaring Trailheads. The picnic area is two large group sites. These sites are reservable on Recreation.gov but are also available for walk-in customers.…

Parksville Beach

This popular swim area is surrounded by grassy areas with picnic tables and benches. Vault toilet and changing facilities available.

Parksville Boat Launch

Parksville Boat Launch provides access to the northeastern portion of Parksville Lake. The launch has two ramps - the west ramp is suitable for boats, while the east ramp is shallow and only suitable for small craft like jet-skis or canoes. A vault toilet and parking are available. Overflow parking is available in a gravel lot between Parksville Boat Launch and East Parksville Boat Launch. Parksville Lake has bass,…

Parksville Lake

The oldest lake in the Cherokee National Forest was created by Tennessee Rural Electric Company in 1910-11. Sometimes known as Lake Ocoee, this lake is controlled by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Scenic views of the 1,930-acre lake are highlights along the Ocoee Scenic Byway. The lake is popular for motor-boating against the backdrop of forested rolling hills; two public boat launches are located along US 64…