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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 3151 - 3180 of 17629

Clarion Wild and Scenic River

The Clarion River is a designated Wild and Scenic River for 51.7 miles, from the border of the ANF/State Game Lands Number 44 boundary to an unnamed tributary at the backwaters of Piney Dam. The steeply forested hillsides of almost continuous mature deciduous and coniferous vegetation contribute to a feeling of remoteness in many places along the river. Paddlers on the river will find that the water changes from…

Clark Brook Trailhead

The trail ascends easily along Clark Brook, crossing it on bridges twice, and then enters the Breadloaf Wilderness. After crossing a small brook the trail becomes steeper and rockier before reaching its junction with the Long Trail at 3.0 miles. Mt. Roosevelt is 0.4 miles north on the Long Trail, and Mt. Wilson is 0.8 miles south on the Long Trail. Trail blazing, maintenance, and signage will be minimal in…

Clark Creek Organization Camp

Clark Creek Organization Camp, located 12 miles northeast of Lowell, Oregon, is a historic group campground constructed during the 1930s by the efforts of the Civilian Conservation Corps in coordination with the U.S. Forest Service. Organization camps were created for the purpose of hosting group recreational activities on public lands. Historically, groups that routinely used organization camps were the Boy Scouts…

Clark Fork Campground

  Clark Fork Campground is situated along…

Clark Fork Horse Camp

Clark Fork Horse Camp is located past the dump station at Clark Fork Campground, five miles from the junction of Clark Fork Road and Highway 108. It is about 25 miles east of the Summit Ranger Station. There are 13 sites available. Some sites have picnic tables.  There are three vault toilets and no potable drinking water. There is a watering trough for stock.  Road and parking pads are dirt…

Clark Fork River Area

The Clark Fork River Area (Cabinet Ranger District) is bordered by the Idaho line on the west and the Cabinet Mountains Wilderness on the east.  The Clark Fork River flows north and west through the District, and the Bull and Vermilion Rivers join it from the north.  Rugged peaks ranging in elevation from 6000-8700 feet overlook the valley bottom. Almost ½ million acres of National Forest lands offer a…

Clark Fork TH

  Clark Fork Trailhead  

Clark Memorial Campground

This is an open, sunny site in the canyon bottom along the river. There is a forest nearby and fishing opportunities in the Thompson River.

Clark Mountain/Orogrande Trailhead

A primitive single lane road situated atop the ridgeline with spectacular panoramic views to the south of Orogrande drainage and to the north towards Chateau Rock. Some dispersed camping is available along the trail.   Here's a link to a map of the trails and more information about the area.

Clark Peak #301

Spectacular views come one after the other as this trail winds along the spine of the Pinalenos. Clark Peak Trail follows a roller coaster course along the mountain’s high ridge northwest beyond the end of the Swift Trail (FR 803). From an elevation of 9,000 feet at the trailhead, it drops 2,000 feet to Taylor Pass and then climbs to the…

Clark Peak Corrals Dispersed Camping

Clark Peak Corrals Dispersed Camping, located close to 9,000 feet in mixed-conifer forest, is the last dispersed camping area at the end of National Forest Service (NFS) Road 803 beyond the Swift Trail. It is 34.5 miles from Swift Trail Junction at the intersection of AZ 366/Swift Trail and US 191. This area has two established dispersed campsites and public corrals. There are no restrooms or trash cans. Please…

Clark Point Overlook

Clark Point Overlook Trail is 0.8 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 2158 and ends at the overlook. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking and Horseback Riding

Clark Ridge #2158.1B

The Clark Ridge Trail is 3.7 miles long and is open to foot, horse, and bike travel. The trail begins on Forest Road 822 and ends at an intersection with the Last Chance Trail #2158. The trail follows the top of Clark Ridge and gradually loses elevation as it proceeds south. At 2.5 miles, visitors will arrive at a fork in the trail; go…

Clark Ridge #363

This 4.5 mile long trail travels up the hill for approximately .25 mile to the junction with the Tiffany Lake Trail #373. The trail continues on to the left through the former Isabel fire and prolific regrowth of Alder and Lodgepole pine. The trail then breaks out into Clark Basin with views to the south of open wildflower strewn hillsides and surrounding mountains. The trail ties into the North Summit Trail #369.…

Clark Spring #124

Clark Spring Trail #124 and Hunter Trail #111 contours along the east slope of the Huachucas, connecting three of the major canyons that cut that side of the mountain range. By doing so, they not only provide alternate access to trails that lead into those canyons…

Clark Springs Campground

Located 17 miles from Weaverville, north on Hwy 3. This campground has 20 campsites with a table and a fireplace and most campsites have bear -proof food lockers. The campground is a single loop through cedar and other deciduous trees. There are four secluded walk-in tent sites next to a babbling brook. The campground accommodates mostly tent campers but has three spurs for trailers. While the campground tends to be…

Clark Springs Day Use Area and Beach

Located off of State Route 3 on the Stuart Fork arm of Trinity Lake. There is one group picnic site and several other single sites, all with a table and pedestal grill. The picnic area is next to the beach. There is a drinking fountain. The swim beach is in an area where children and adults can swim as long as the water is within 40 feet of the high water line. It has a very gradual slope for young swimmers. The…

Clark Springs Public Boat Ramp

Located 17 miles from Weaverville, north on Hwy 3. The boat ramp is useable until the water reaches 41 feet drawdown and has a courtesy dock. There is an accessible flush restroom at the swim beach/picnic area and a drinking fountain.

Clark's Ranch Yellow Post Site

This single remote camp site offers an isolated scenic location ideal for tent and car camping or a relaxing picnic far from the crowds. This site is within a short driving distance of the Santa Ana River and Deer Creek. Other than a fire ring for campfires, this site does NOT contain the amenities found at developed campgrounds. There is no water, no restrooms nearby, and no trash containers. Please pack it in…

Clarkdale Area

The Verde Canyon Railroad scenic tour begins and ends in the Town of Clarkdale.  Sob Canyon Trail is in this area. 

Clarks Fork Picnic Area

A picnic area in Beartooth Country on Gardiner District. Day use only.   Picnic sites: 3 Interpretive Panels:Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness (7.34 MB)You Are In Bear Country (4.46 MB)

Claude Lewis Trailhead / Sno-Park

Claude Lewis Sno-Park provides access year-round.  In the summer, it provides access to the Prospect OHV Trail system, and during winter, it allows access to snowmobile trails that connect to the Diamond Lake and Thousand Springs areas.  Parking is available for approximately 40-50 vehicles. There are 2 vault toilets and a warming shelter with a wood stove available.  Water is…

Clay Butte Lookout

The Clay Butte Lookout was built in 1942 by the Civilian Conservation Corps and was staffed until the 1960s, when aircraft proved a better tool for fire detection. Because of its popular scenic vantage point and proximity to the Beartooth Highway, Clay Butte continued to be used as a visitor information site. It was remodeled in 1962 and has been staffed since 1975 by volunteers. The focus of Clay Butte today is to…

Claybanks Campground

This river access is on the flies only, catch and release portion of the river. The river bottom is mostly gravel and is a very good area for brown trout. The path to the river borders posted private land on one side before reaching the stairs to the river. The stairs…

Clayburn Saddle Trailhead

The Clayburn Saddle Trailhead is located at the end of the Goose Lake Road (FS 50257).  This trailhead provides access to the Hard Butte area via Elk Lake Trail #347 (note that Elk Lake is on the far end of the trail).  Several lakes are in the Hard Butte area to include, Rainbow Lake, Twin Lakes,…

Claylick Boat Ramp

Claylick Boat Ramp is located on Cave Run Lake on the Cumberland District. Cave Run Lake is nestled among the beautiful mountains of eastern Kentucky. Built for…

Claylick Boat-in Campground

Claylick Boat-in Campground is located on Cave Run Lake on the Cumberland District. It features 13 primitive campsites on Cave Run Lake. The campground must be entered by boat or by walking in from the nearby Claylick Boat Ramp parking…

Cle Elum Ranger District

A 419,554 acre outdoor playground is closer than you think. With 200 days of sunshine, only 20 inches of rain and 80 inches of snow, recreation opportunities are endless. Whether you enjoy the serenity of an alpine lake sunset, wildflowers in spring, vibrant fall colors, or hitting the snowy trails of winter, the Cle Elum Ranger District is the place you can find it all, just an hour’s drive from the Puget Sound…