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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 301 - 330 of 17630

Antelope Flat Reservoir Campground and Day Use

The campground is located just above the day-use area and boat ramp for Antelope Flat Reservoir, and is situated among large ponderosa pines which provide a quiet and scenic setting for forest visitors.  Only a few campsites provide views of the reservoir, but the walk from the campground to the water's edge…

Antelope Lake Recreation Area

At 5,000 feet in elevation, Antelope Lake is located in the northeastern part of the Mt. Hough Ranger District. It is a small remote lake with 15 miles of shoreline. Surrounding the lake are mountains blanketed with pine and fir trees. Protected coves around the lake attract several species of migratory birds.  This site is being managed by concessionaire Royal Elk Park Management.  Please visit …

Antelope Scenic Byway Interpretive Site

This overlook gazes upon the Flaming Gorge.

Antelope Springs Trailhead

Antelope Springs Trailhead is located approximately 32 miles northwest of Custer, SD. This trailhead is used primarily for motorized vehicles and for day-use motorized trail users. It has a large parking lot suited to park several trucks and trailers. A trail permit is required to use these trails and a …

Anthony Flat Trailhead

Anthony Flat Trailhead is in a beautiful meadow with conifer and aspen trees around the edges for shade. There is a vault restroom, and an information kiosk. Camping, hunting, wildlife viewing, hiking, and OHV riding on designated routes are fun activities. The trailhead is over 7,700 feet in elevation so come prepared for cool temperatures and mountain conditions. Please pack-out what you pack-in.

Anthony Lake Campground

The Anthony Lakes Campground is the largest of the 3 campgrounds in the Anthony Lakes Recreation Area. Located directly adjacent to Anthony Lakes it offers spectacular views of Gunsight Peak and the Elkhorn Mountains. Popular activities include fishing, canoeing, day hiking, photography and just relaxing. Located nearby are Anthony Lakes Picnic Area and Boat Launch.

Anthony Lake Tent Campground

The Anthony Lakes Tent Campground is situated on the southern end of Anthony Lake. Since the campsites are adjacent to the lake, they have easy access to lakeside activities and offer spectacular views of Gunsight Peak and the Elkhorn Mountains. Access for bringing in gear and tents is limited to 'walk-in only' along the lake shore trail. No vehicles are allowed near the campsites. The campsites are…

Anthony Lakes Boat Launch

The Anthony Lakes Boat Launch is a small concrete single-lane ramp located at Anthony Lake. This picturesques lake offers excellent fly and lure fishing from shore, boat or float tube. The lake is stocked several times each summer with rainbow trout by Oregon Department of Fish and Game. Brook trout live in the lake as well. Electric motor boats, and non-motorized craft such as canoes, kayaks, rowboats, float tubes…

Anthony Lakes Guard Station

The Anthony Lakes Guard Station is a historic Civilian Conservation Corps log cabin built in the 1930s. Nestled in the subalpine setting of the Elkhorn Mountains near Anthony Lake the cabin can now be yours for a mini-vacation. This comfortable, rustic two-story cabin features a kitchen, a full bathroom with a flush toilet and hot shower, three bedrooms (two upstairs and one downstairs), propane…

Anthony Lakes Picnic Area

The Anthony Lake Picnic Area is situated on Anthony Lake with fantastic views of Gunsight Peak and the Elkhorns Mountains. Popular day-use activities include picnicking, day-hikes, wading, and photography. The open forest setting allows for small family picnics or group activities at the picnic shelter. Located nearby are Anthony Lakes…

Anthracite Pass TH #1969

Raggeds Wilderness The Raggeds Wilderness covers 65,443 acres spanning Gunnison and White River National Forests. A very difficult day hike to a mountain pass through groves of aspen, pine forests and open meadows offering wonderful views of surrounding peaks. Due to the steep terrain, this trail is recommended for experienced backpackers. Camping is prohibited within 100 feet of the trail and streams. The…

Antilon Lake Campground

Antilon Lake camping area is great for large groups and accessible to small RV's. Antilon Lake is open to fishing, and non-motorized or electric-motor boats. Not recommended for swimming. During the summer this camping area can be hot, dry and one of the first areas to close to campfires. Spring and Fall are much more pleasant. Can be very busy in spring. …

Antler Horse Camp

Antler Camp is located 50 minutes southwest of Silver Lake, Oregon. Besides horseback riding, there are opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and photography in this rugged mountain setting. The undeveloped campground offers five camping sites that are large enough for a horse trailer, and the loop makes it convenient to maneuver a trailer. Other amenities include a vault toilet, potable water (hand pump), a…

Antlers Campground

Located on the upper Sacramento Arm, the campground sits on a bluff above the lake and although some sites are near the lakeshore, direct access to the water is very difficult. The campground area is flat and level, covered with oak and pine forest which provide shade and good screening between units. Each campsite contains a paved parking spur, a table, bear boxes, and one fire ring. Antlers boat ramp and Antlers…

Antlers Guard Station

This cozy, rustic cabin has two small rooms -  a combined bedroom and living room and a kitchen. The combined living room and bedroom is furnished with a double futon and two sets of bunk beds. The kitchen is furnished with a table and chairs, and equipped with a propane appliances (cook stove, refrigerator and oven), as well as utensils for cooking and eating. The cabin has a propane fireplace for heating…

Antlers Public Boat Ramp

Located on the upper Sacramento River Arm adjacent to Antlers campground. The ramp has four launching lanes available until the lake level drawdown reaches 75 feet. At that time, the Antlers ramp closes and the Sugarloaf low water ramp becomes available at 75' drawdown. This facility has been upgraded to include an accessible loading platform, an information station, accessible drinking fountain and parking…

Antoine #304

This 5.3 mile more difficult trail travels the northwest side of Bonaparte Mountain passing by Napol's Cabin. The #304 trail then continues on through an Old Growth stand of Douglas fir and then goes through a lodgepole pine stand with scenic views into Canada. The trail connects with the Bonaparte Mt. Trail #306 one mile below Bonaparte Lookout.

Antone Station

The Antone Cabin sits in a beautiful open meadow at the edge of a thick forest, providing visitors with a unique camping experience in the mountains of southwestern Montana. The cabin is open for use from July 1st through December 31st and is most popular during hunting season. In addition to hunting access, the facility provides ample opportunities for hiking, backpacking and horseback riding, as well as winter…

Antones #1871

The Antones Trail begins at LEDE Reservoir and ends at Forest Service Road 414. The trail begins as an old jeep road, then enters aspen forest as a gradual uphill climb until it comes to the top of a ridge into a small open meadow where it might become faint. The ridge top meadow is the perfect spot for a summer picnic with good views. From the ridge it descends through aspen, spruce, fir, and meadows and the…

Antonito, CO

Located on US highway 285, 25 miles south west of Alamosa. Junction of State highway 17 is just south of Antonito.

Anvil Lake Recreation Area

If you are looking for a base camp to explore area trails or a destination rustic campground with a family atmosphere, try the Anvil Lake Recreation Area off Highway 70 east of Eagle River. The Anvil Lake Recreation Area on the Eagle River District consists of a campground with 18 campsites equipped with fire rings and picnic tables, wheel-chair accessible with easy access to drinking water and vault toilets.

Apache Campground

Apache Campground offers 25 sites. Mixed conifer/aspen forest sites at 8,900 feet provide southern New Mexico an escape from summer heat on the desert floor. Tables, fire rings, parking, toilets, central garbage depository, plus interpretive trails are available. Tents and RVs up to 30 feet in length are permitted. No hook ups available.  (…

Apache Creek Campground

This is a nice quiet undeveloped campground amongst ponderosa pines and abundant wildlife. Apache Creek Campground is in the northwest region of the forest. There are plenty of trees to provide shade and this is a very clean campground.

Apache Creek Loop

The Apache Creek Loop is comprised of Graver Wash Trail #9904, Apache Creek Trail #9905, Upper Graver Wash Trail #9906, and a portion of FR 95A. The loop begins at Trail #9904, which travels north through pinyon-juniper woodland. Here, as well as farther along the loop, are some extraordinary alligator junipers that are centuries…

Apache Creek Wilderness

Rolling hills of juniper and pinyon interspersed with granite outcrops characterize this small, remote and relatively rugged wilderness. Established in 1984, the 5,628 acre wilderness features three natural springs and several important riparian areas including Apache Creek. Elevations range from 5,200 to 6,900 feet and the area provides excellent habitat for mountain lion and numerous bird species. There are 2…

Apache Lake

  Apache Lake was formed in 1927 when the Horse Mesa Dam was completed. Outstanding trout and warm-water fishing. Wet winters bring a profusion of spring flowers. This lake is set among sun-painted canyon walls, which form scenic backdrops to the lake itself. Both Non-motorized and Motorized boating are allowed at Apache Lake. During the summer months Apache Lake is very popular for the cool water and…

Apache Lake Marina & Resort

Secluded shoreline locations provide camping away from high-use areas. Apache Lake offers an outstanding opportunity to view Desert Big Horn Sheep on the cliffs high above its northern shores. Please observe these desert animals from your boat only. Views of sun-painted canyon walls, magnificent scenery and native wildlife.

Apache Lake Vista

Apache Lake, accessible parking, accessible pedestrian routes, accessible pedestrian trail, interpretive trail

Apache Maid Cabin

This rustic Forest Service facility, located at the eastern base of Apache Maid Mountain, is 2 hours north of Phoenix, Arizona, and just 45 minutes north of Camp Verde, Arizona. The cabin is located in the shade of a ponderosa pine forest just south of the Mogollon Rim. Nearby Stoneman Lake, Beaver Creek, and Sedona offer popular recreation activities. The cabin was originally built by Charles Babbitt in 1909 and…