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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 351 - 375 of 17657

Crescent Lake Yurts

The Crescent Lake Yurts are located within Crescent Lake Campground on the northwestern shore of Crescent Lake at the eastern base of the Cascade mountain range. Yurts are managed by the Crescent Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest.

North Crestone Picnic Site

The picnic area is along North Crestone Creek. It is rustic with Aspen, Juniper, Fir and other riparian-loving trees.  There are 3 single-sites; with tables, restrooms, fire grates but no water.  Attractions include picnicking and hiking from North Crestone TH.

Kickapoo: (936) 655-2299

This picnic area located outside of Groveton, Texas on Hwy 287.

CADDO/LBJ (Dallas/Fort Worth Area) 940-627-5475

 The Caddo and Lyndon B. Johnson (LBJ) National Grasslands are located in two areas northeast and northwest of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. They not only provide grazing land for cattle and habitat for wildlife, but offer a variety of recreation. The most popular activities are hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, mountain biking, wildlife viewing, and photography.  

Columbine RD

Columbine Ranger District

Dolores RD

Dolores Ranger District

Anderson (579)

The Anderson trail is 9.3 miles in length from th Fourmile Trailhead to the junction with the Fourmile Stock Drive trail (569).  It begins at at the trailhead off of Forest Road 645, Fourmile Road and ends at Fourmile Stock Drive trail.  A relatively moderate trail through steep terrain, it crosses the eastern shoulder of Pagosa Peak.  Fourmile Lake is at mile seven.  The…

Animas River (675)

The Animas River Trail is an alternative to taking the train to get to Chicago Basin by connecting Purgatory Flats Trail #511 to Needle Creek Trail #504. The trail follows the riverbanks for much of its distance, offering fishing possibilities…

Buzzard Swamp 157 Trailhead

This parking area offers access to 11.2 miles of interconnecting trails which offer excellent opportunities to view wildlife, hike or cross-country ski, mountain bike or go fishing. The Songbird Sojourn Interpretive Trail (1.5 mile loop self-guided nature trail) starts at the trailhead. View/Print Trail Brochure - pdf

Buzzard Swamp 376 Trailhead

This parking area offers another opportunity to access the 11.2 miles of interconnecting trails which offer opportunities to view wildlife, hike, cross-country ski, mountain bike or fish the Buzzard Swamp Area. View/Print Trail Brochure - pdf

Hopewell Boat Access Campground

This small rustic campground is located on the east bank of the Allegheny Reservoir just north of Sugar Bay. It is accessible by boat (Allegheny Reservoir) or hiking trail (North Country National Scenic Trail with connections to the Tracy Ridge Trail System). The closest boat launch is Roper Hollow directly across the reservoir on the west bank and Kinzua Wolf Run Marina approximately 5 miles south near State Route…

Kiasutha Recreation Area

The campground sits on a large creek off the Allegheny Reservoir, offering countless water activities. This area provides a large, grassy lawn with beach access, great for picnicking and swimming. A two-lane, concrete boat launch with a 130-foot courtesy dock is available for reservoir access to fishing, boating, water-skiing and more. Popular hiking trails nearby include the North Country National Scenic Trail and…

Loleta Recreation Area

This area has been recently nominated and accepted onto the National Register of Historic Places. The area was once a bustling logging town, established in 1889, with over 600 inhabitants. The town had a large sawmill, shingle mill, broom handle factory and a rail connection for shipping products to Sheffield, PA. Once the timber supply was exhausted in 1913, the mills shut down and the town was deserted.The Federal…

Pope Still Hunt Camp

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

Prospect Bluff Historic Sites

Public Safety Notice: Effective July 2023, this area is temporarilly closed due to Hurricane damage receovery and restoration projects. The site of two successive forts, the first built during the War of 1812 by the British, and of the tragic massacre of more than 300 African-Americans who held the fort under the British flag in 1816, Prospect Bluff played an important role in Florida history. Located along the…

Volusia Wharf Boat Ramp

One of the rare spots where a boater can directly reach Lake George without having to cross the Volusia Bar, the Volusia Wharf Boat Ramp is an unpaved ramp leading into a dredged channel through the bar. Swing right, and head upriver into Astor; go straight to head into the shallows of Lake George. Navigating Lake George takes some skill and a trustworthy depthfinder. The lake is broad and very shallow. A breeze…

Lake Dorr Boat Ramp

The Lake Dorr Boat Ramp is a gently sloped launch site into Lake Dorr, just south of Lake Dorr Recreation Area, with courtesy dock. A four-wheeled drive vehicle is recommend due to the rough road leading back to boat ramp. Ample turn-around space. Boating Bring your boat, kayak or canoe and enjoy a day of fishing or exploring.  Fishing Cast for bass in the middle of Lake Dorr or drop a line in from…

Jackman Brook Overlook

​This pull-off does not have tables or other amenities, but the view is definitely worth a picnic.

Jeffers Brook Shelter

​Jeffers Brook Shelter is an 'Adirondack' style shelter that is located just off Town Line Trail (Appalachain Trail) via a side trail 1.1 miles north of NH RT 25 in the village of Glencliff. It can be also accessed via Long Pond Road (North South Road) by going 0.2 miles south on Town Line Trail from where it crosses the road. Jeffer's Brook nearby is the water source and a composting …

Jericho Road Trailhead

This trailhead has room for 2 or 3 cars and consists of a pullout. The trail is a pleasant country road walk 3.2 miles to the site of the old Cooley Hill fire tower, now removed and with views grown in.

Kinsman Pond Shelter

​Kinsman Pond Shelter lies on the northern shore of Kinsman Pond at the elevation of 3,750 ft. at the junctions of Kinsman Pond, Kinsman Ridge, and Fishin' Jiminy(AppalachianTrai)Trails. The shelter handles 12 people and there are 1 group and 3 single tent platforms. There is a composting outhouse, dishwashing area, and a bear box. Seasonal caretaker.

Lafayette XC-Ski Trailhead

This local secret offers a quieter and less developed cross-country skiing experience, with many short loops and easy terrain. Thre is pull-in parking for 4 or 5 vehicles, and no other facilities. 

Liberty Springs Tentsite

​This tentside, built and maintained by the Appalachain Mountain Club, is situated on Mt. Liberty off the Liberty Spring Trail (Appalachian Trail) 0.3 miles below the junction with the Franconia Ridge Trail. There are seven single and three double tentpads. A composting privy and dishwashing station are provided. The water source is an excellent spring. Seasonal caretaker.

Lincoln Woods Trailhead

​This very large parking area has many ammenities, including restrooms, potable water, interpretive panels, trash receptacles and a cabin. Short nature trails between a suspension bridge and a pedestrian bridge alongside Rte. 112, both spanning the west branch of the Pemigewasset river, afford an accessible self-guided loop walk through the area. Lincoln Woods trailhead is considered the gateway to the Pemigewasset…

Livermore S Trailhead

The trailhead accesses many trails popular in all seasons and a bathroom facility is available. The main trail is Livermore Trail, which is a gravel road for 5 miles before narrowing, emerging opposite Lily Pond, just east of the height-of-land on the Kancamagus Highway (NH Rte. 112). The Livermore trail provides access to the Greeley Ponds Trail and Mount Trypyramid loop, as well as many interesting short trails…