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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 4921 - 4950 of 17629

Elam Campground

Elam is a developed campground along upper Deer Creek with 15 designated sites; most can accommodate an RV.  There is a maximum of 8 people per site.  Fire rings and tables provided.

Elam Creek Picnic Area

Day use picnic area along Upper Deer Creek. Picnic tables and vault toilets are provided. There is no overnight camping.

Elbert Creek (512)

Located partially within the Hermosa Creek Special Management Area, Elbert Creek Trail accesses the Hermosa Creek drainage. From the Needles Country Store, the trail climbs steadily uphill on an east-facing slope inhabited by aspens. A spring surfaces near the cabin at the base of Castle Rock. From there, the…

Elbert Creek Campground

Located off the Halfmoon Road (Forest Service Road 110), Elbert Creek is a first-come, first-served campground with 17 sites, adjacent to the Mount Elbert and Mount Massive trailheads at 10,000 feet. This is a very popular campground for hikers. Facilities include picnic tables, fire rings and vault toilets. High altitude sickness may occur at this altitude.

Elbow Boating Site

Elbow boat ramp is one of several boat ramps that you can use to launch your boat onto the scenic section of the Snake River. The boat ramp area hosts a walk-in area for carrying in/out your boat, or a drive-in launch boat ramp that was recently constructed in 2008 and funded by the Snake River Fund and visitor donations. The drive-in boat ramp can become very busy once the water clears up and fishing season kicks…

Elbow Fork Trailhead

USGS Quad: Mt. Aire This trail travels along the slope and ridge between Mill Creek Canyon and Bowman Fork, ending at Elbow Fork. Dogs are allowed in Mill Creek Canyon but must be kept on a leash at all trailheads and developed sites including the parking areas.

Elbow Lake

This lake situated 9.5 miles West From Northport and about 8 miles North from Marble. The lake is now in two segments, the North7.1 acres are a marshy area, and the South 6.4 acres. 

Elbow Lake (Gunflint)

Two backcountry sites are available on this lake to canoe or non-motorized boat in. These sites are first come, first served and each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table.  A few reminders: Hang food packs, put your fire out each time you leave your campsite, treat or boil all water, wash yourself and dishes at least 150ft from any body of water, pack out all garbage and Leave No Trace.…

Elbow Lake (Tofte) Backcountry Campsites

Elbow Lake is part of the Timber-Frear Canoe Route.  It has four backcountry sites accessible from the lake which are accessed by paddling and portaging from the Whitefish Lake carry down access. For full information on the canoe route, visit the Whitefish Lake Rustic Campground and Timber-Frear…

Elbow Lake Campground

Quiet and off the beaten path. It’s a great place to really get away. One road in and out. No Day Use Fee.

Elbow Pond Day Use Area

The Elbow Pond Day Use area provides a rustic setting for picnicking and canoeing.

Elbow Springs Trailhead

This is the trailhead for the Kelsey National Recreation Trail leading into the Siskiyou Wilderness and providing access to Bear Lakes. The Kelsey Trail once stretched from Crescent City inland to Fort Jones. It was a main supply route in the 1850's for the fort and brought much needed supplies to the miners in the goldfields. Water is scarce on this trail. Not recommended for stock use. The turn-off is labeled "…

Elden Pueblo Heritage Site

  Elden Pueblo - Ancient Sinagua Village Elden Pueblo is the site of an ancient Sinagua (Sin ah’ wa) village, inhabited from about A.D. 1070 to 1275. The site is unique for a variety of reasons. Most importantly, it makes archaeology and the study of ancient peoples accessible to the public. Since 1978, professional archaeologists have supervised members of the public in excavations, archaeological research…

Eldora Mountain Resort Ski Area

Located a few miles west of Nederland, Eldora Mountain Resort is the closest ski area to Boulder, and one of very few east of the Continental Divide. It includes 480 acres of National Forest System lands under Special Use Permit.

Eldridge Trailhead

Smaller trailhead with multiple trail options to the north and south connecting other trails.  Trails include #172 and #223 to Albino Lake which is a popular horse route to the Lake.

Electric Lake North Side Boating Site

The Electric Lake North Side Boating Site is located on the north end of Electric Laake, a 468.5 acre lake located off UT-264 and UT-31.  The Department of Wildlife Resources of Utah (DWR) stocks this lake with Tiger Trout.  Likely to catch Cutthroat Trout in this lake.

Electric Lake Overlook Scenic Byway Sign

For a description of this site, please contact the Price Ranger District: 435-636-3500.

Elephant Head Climbing Area

Elephant Head is a seldom used rock climbing area on the western edge of the Santa Rita Mountains just about an hour south of Tucson. This prominent rock formation reaches heights above 1000 feet and offers adventurous climbing to those who seek a challenge. There are several climbing routes ascending the north, west, and south sides of Elephant Head, but routefinding may be difficult due to the minimal use of the…

Elephant Head Mountain Bike #930

The Elephant Head Mountain Bike Route is a combination of little-traveled roads and remote trails designed especially for these versatile, muscle-powered vehicles. Winding across the scenic foothills of the Santa Rita Mountains in the shadow of the dramatic landmark for which it was named, the route was designed both to challenge a rider’s…

Elephant Rock Campground

A forested campground along Highway 38 near Red River, both the town and waterway. Groceries, gasoline, laundry, showers and cafe within 3 miles; Fishing access for Red River; Columbine hiking trailhead within 4 miles; Trailer waste disposal within 1 mile.

Elephant Rock Lake Trailhead

Accesses trails to Elephant Rock, Rock Lake, Duck Lake, Lake Alpine, Union Reservoir, and Spicer Reservoir. Accessible to high-clearance vehicles. Native surface parking area. Elevation 6922 feet; Lat/Long: 38.439955, -119.975933

Eleven Mile Canyon Auto Tour

Eleven Mile Canyon Auto Tour is managed by the USDA Forest Service to protect its rich natural resources and historic sites, and to provide public recreation. The focal point along this nine-mile route is the South Platte River which begins high above Fairplay and flows in a southeasternly direction across South Park.  Below, Elevenmile Reservoir, the river turns northeast and cuts into the Pikes Peak batholith…

Eleven Mile Canyon Recreation Area

Eleven Mile Canyon Recreation Area is located below the dam of the Eleven Mile Reservoir near Lake George in the southeast corner of South Park. The narrow, dirt road traversing the canyon used to be the old Colorado Midland Railroad bed before the dam and reservoir were constructed. Unlike the reservoir area, which has an open basin and rangeland type topography, the canyon itself is forested, lush and rocky.…

Eleven Mile Picnic Area

Eleven Mile Picnic Area is one of four picnic areas in Eleven Mile Canyon. There are 15 picnic sites here each equipped with a grill, picnic table, and parking.

Eleven Mile Trailhead

This site has a toilet and hitching rails.

Eleven Point National Wild and Scenic River

The Eleven Point National Wild and Scenic River was established in 1968 as a 44-mile scenic river, free of impoundments with a largely undeveloped shoreline and watershed. This portion of the river between Thomasville, Missouri and the Highway 142 bridge is near Gatewood, Missouri. It became one of the 8 initial units of the National Wild and Scenic River system in 1968. The Eleven Point National Wild and Scenic…

Eleven Point/Doniphan Ranger District

The Eleven Point Ranger District takes its name from the Eleven Point River, designated a National Wild and Scenic River in 1968. Some unique features of the Eleven Point Ranger District include Greer Spring which is the largest spring on National Forest land and the Scenic Eleven Point River. Floating offers spectacular close-up views of rocky bluffs, springs, vegetation, birds and animals. Camping is permitted on…

Elgin Park Trailhead

Elgin Park Trailhead has some horse camping amenities and accesses several non-motorized trails in the area.

Eliza Brook Shelter

​Eliza Brook Shelter and 4 hardened tent pads are located near Eliza Brook off Kinsman Ridge Trail (Appalachian Trail) 2.5 miles south of the South Kinsman summit on the mountain's southern ridge. A composting privy, bear box, and dishwashing area are provided. The site is visited by a roving caretaker.