This remaining section of the Historic Columbia River Highway (HCRH) can be explored from I-84 exits 62 and 64. It heads past historic hotels and quaint shops and restaurants of downtown Hood River, leading east of town to the Mark O. Hatfield East visitor's center. There, the car-free Twin Tunnels segment of the HCRH State Trail allows bikers and pedestrians to continue to Mosier.   Just…

Full of outstanding panoramas, this section of the Historic Columbia River Highway (HCRH) is a delightful drive. The world-famous loops that descend from the Rowena plateau to The Dalles is even a joy to drive on weekends, as its distance from Portland has kept it one of the Gorge's less-discovered secrets. Situated on the east end of the Cascades Range, it looks over a grassland ecosystem and is often…

By far the most popular segment of the Historic Columbia River Highway, the waterfall corridor runs from Troutdale to Ainsworth.  It can be extremely congested on weekends (think: bumper to bumper) so if you are hoping for a leisurely drive, plan ahead with Ready, Set, Gorge tips on avoiding congestion. For more information…

This rustic camp offers a few sites and is also a trailhead which accesses the Vinegar Hill-Indian Rock Scenic Area.  From the trailhead visitors can access other trails such as the Princess trail #251,…

This is a short trail that loops through the headwater springs of Jack Creek.

This campground offers an easily accessible rustic streamside camping experience amongst tall pines Head of the Ditch Campground is located in a scenic valley approximately 1.5 miles west of historic Luna, New Mexico on US Highway 180. The campground is marked with a blue campground sign, not with a Forest Service campground sign. Water from the San Francisco River which runs through the campground is used for…

This site at the head of Metolius Springs offers great scenery and interpretative signs.There is a parking area and a 1/8th of a mile paved trail to the Head of the Metolius.

Located 50 minutes northeast of Chiloquin, OR, Head of the River Campground is a rustic forest camp situated at the headwaters of the Williamson River at the base of the hillside. The pure, spring-fed river flows by the rustic campground. There are five campsites and one vaulted toiled.  Amenities include picnic tables and camp fire rings. June and July are heavy mosquito months, so bring bug spray.…

Headquarters Campground is 4 miles north from Kernville via Mountain Hwy 99 along the North Fork of the Kern River. Paved access roads. 44 individual family units including 1 accessible family unit. Trailers up to 27 feet; toilets, and water available. ExplorUSAll developed campground areas on the Forest operate under a concessionaire permit with ExplorUS. For additional information, please visit …

This trailhead is the eastern-most point of the Headquarters National Recreation Trail. Access to the Summit, Tie City and Happy Jack trail systems. There are horse corrals and stock only camping located right across the road. Large parking area for ATV and horse trailers. No overnight camping in the parking area, but you can dispersed camp along FR 707 and 707.D nearby. No water or toilets nearby.

Officially designated as a wilderness in 1984, this 18,000 plus acre wilderness is located 16 miles southeast of Eagle River, Wis. in Forest County. Portions of this area contain some of the largest and oldest trees in the forest. Kimball Creek, Shelp Lake and the Headwaters of the Pine River are major features within this Wilderness. The terrain is generally flat. Popular recreation uses in this Wilderness are…

Located on State Highway 18 west of the community of Skyforest. Come and escape the city and visit our unique mountain oasis of natural beauty! Experience the Heaps Peak Arboretum's gardens, "animal tracks trail," mini-gift booth, and inquire about educational programs. Heaps Peak Arboretum, located at 6,000', is open 365 days a year and is free to the public. Heaps Peak's unique arboretum and botanical gardens…

This equestrian group campground is located in the Heart Bar Campground Complex just outside the Sand to Snow National Monument. There are 46 corrals and 11 wood tables. Only campers WITH HORSES are permitted to camp at Heart Bar Equestrian Campground. An alternative group campground for campers without horses is Skyline Group Campground. Amenities include accessible restrooms, 1 group fire ring, flush toilets,…

Heart Bar Family Campground has 89 sites. There are 63 sites that are reservable through www.recreation.gov. There are 26 first come/first serve sites. Amenities include a campfire ring, picnic table, potable water, fire wood sales and a campground host. Bear boxes are available at each campsite for food…

Special note about Heart Lake The traditional trail to Heart Lake and Little Castle Lake leaves the east end of the parking area and ascends to the divide above the east side of the lake. It begins on public land in section 24 of T39N R5W but immediately crosses the boundary of section 19 of T39N R4W. This entire section of land (about 640 acres) is privately owned property and posted as such. There is no…

Heart Lake Fishing Site, 35 minutes southwest of Bly, Oregon, is a popular fishing area in a secluded mixed conifer forest setting. This clear blue lake is stocked with Kokanee and rainbow trout. It is also a great place to bike, boat (electric motors only, and a 5 mph speed limit), day hike, picnic, and swim. Facilities include picnic tables, campfire rings, BBQ pedestals, one vault toilet, and boat ramp.

A non-motorized National Recreation Trail ideal for hiking and equestrian use, the Heart Lake trail is 4.7 miles along Martin creek with scenic views of Lassen Peak and Brokeoff Mountain.

Walk among the 300 to 400-year-old white pines which tower Hearts Content, a 122-acre area containing old-growth forest. In 1977, Hearts Content was designated as a registered National Natural Landmark by the National Park Service. This designation indicates that the site possesses exceptional value as an illustration of the nation's natural heritage and contributes to a better understanding of the environment.In an…

This trailhead provides access to the Heather Lake Trail #1526 within Henry M. Jackson Wilderness.

Heaton Bay Campground is located on the shores of Lake Dillon between Frisco and Dillon along the Dillon Dam Road. This is a very central location in Summit County to enjoy the many activities in the area such as hiking, biking, fishing, boating and picnicking. Lake Dillon is surrounded by mountains including the Tenmile Range, Gore Range and Continental Divide. The setting is spectacular and this is a great place…

This picnic site is located within the Heaton Bay Campground along the shore of Lake Dillon. Enjoy a variety of activities in this area including boating and fishing.

Hiking trailhead. Parking along East Fork Road and in East Fork Road parking lot.

The Heaven's Gate Trailhead is located below Heaven's Gate Viewpoint near the Hells Canyon Wilderness. Visitors to the site can enjoy a short hike up to the fire lookout viewpoint on the Heaven's Gate National Recreation Trail, or walk …

This overlook is thought by many to be the best view into Hells Canyon from Idaho. It is the highest viewpoint on the Idaho side at an elevation of 8429 feet. From this point, in addition to Hells Canyon, you also have a wonderful view of the Seven Devils Mountains. This area also has campgrounds and the main trailhead for the Seven Devils trail system is located at Windy Saddle.

This Ranger District is fast becoming a four-season destination. The mountainous terrain and abundant lakes invite visitors to hike, camp, fish, ride mountain bikes, backpack and ride off-highway vehicles in the summer. During the winter, the quality snow draws legions of backcountry skiers, dog sledders and snowmobilers.

8 mi north of West Yellowstone on US 191, then west 13 mi on US 287. Accessible fishing, interpretation, picnic. Day use only.

A large basin surrounding the town of West Yellowstone with a multitude of recreational activities on both the north and southwest side of Hebgen Lake.  In general the north side of the lake is well suited for day use with a couple designated campsites while the south side of Hebgen Lake has various fishing access sites and dispersed camping sites that are first come, first serve, along with designated…

The Hebgen Lake district encompasses the southwest portion of Custer Gallatin National Forest stretching down the west boundary of Yellowstone National Park. West Yellowstone, MT is included. Hebgen Lake covers the central part of the district.

Located on Mt. Hebo, this small, family campground has 12 campsites. This campground is by reservation only. Reserve online at www.recreation.gov or by calling 1.877.444.6777. At an elevation of 1,650 feet, the surrounding forest of western hemlock, Douglas fir and red alder make the area quite enjoyable on a hot summer day. Hebo Lake campground is ideal…

Enjoy a day at Hebo Lake, a popular trout fishing lake with an historic  picnic shelter built by the Civil Conservation Corps in 1937, that was restored in 2016 and can be reserved for gatherings Or hike the Pioneer - Indian Trail or…