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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 8161 - 8190 of 17629

La Sal Loop - Moab Front Recreation Area

The La Sal Loop - Moab Front Recreation Area is in southeastern Utah just outside of Moab. The La Sal Mtn. Loop Rd. starts south of Moab, climbs up into the mountains and traverses the western side of the mountains to come out in Castle Valley, UT.  This area includes 3 campgrounds: Warner Lake, Oowah Lake, and…

La Sal Mountain Loop State Scenic Backway

The Central Federal Lands Highway Division (CFLHD) of the Federal Highway Administration, in cooperation with the US Forest Service (FS), the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), and San Juan County is proposing to rehabilitate and widen 2 segments of road, totaling 12.12 miles along La Sal Mountain Loop Road. This project is scheduled for construction beginning in the spring of 2024 to fall of 2025. Construction has…

La Sal Pass

La Sal Pass can be found in the southeast of the La Sal Mountains. La Sal Pass Road (FS Road #0073) comes up from Pack Creek climbing up to 10,140 feet before dropping down the east side to the Upper Two Mile Road which ends at Hwy 46. The western route from Pack Creek features a narrow, 4 wheel drive road that is rocky in sections and traverses a scree slope to climb to the pass. We do…

La Sombra Campground

Closed in 2025.Popular Taos Canyon site near Capulin Campground and Shady Brook. No Drinking Water. No Garbage Service. Adjacent to Rio Fernando for Fishing.   

La Vista Campground

La Vista Campground is a developed campground within the Lake Isabel Recreation Area. Lake Isabel offers opportunities for nonmotorized boating and fishing. St. Charles Creek is close to the campground and is open for fishing. The campground is also close to motorized and nonmotorized trails such as Cisneros Trail #1314, St. Charles Trail #1316 and Snowslide Trail #1318. There is a pleasant hiking trail on the lake…

LaBarge Cabin Trailhead

The LaBarge Cabin Trailhead provides access to the historic Lander Cutoff Trail, Forest Trail #175, as well as connecting in with the Hobble Creek Trail, #013.

LaBarge Creek Area

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LaBarge Guard Station

Historic La Barge Guard Station is located 87 miles north of Kemmerer, Wyoming in the Hams Fork Area of Bridger-Teton National Forest. The cabin is situated in beautiful La Barge Meadow along the historic Lander Cutoff of the Oregon Trail, among vibrant summer wildflowers at the base of pine-covered Commissary Ridge. Constructed in 1933 by the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), the rustic cabin welcomes guests for…

LaBarge Interpretive Site

The LaBarge Interpretive Site is a kiosk at this entrance to the Kemmerer Ranger District with current forest Information.

Labonte Trailhead

Near the entrance to Curtis Gulch Campground in LaBonte Canyon in the North Laramie Range. Steep canyon sides, along with patches of aspen and conifers, makes this area one of the most scenic on the Douglas Ranger District. The canyon bottom is about 6,000 ft in elevation, and has granite rock formations for climbing and photography. No dispersed camping is allowed at Curtis Gulch trailhead & within 1/4…

Lac Vieux Desert Recreation Area

Camp here and you'll be at the headwaters of the Wisconsin River! You'll also be on a lake that has been "home" to Chippewa (Ojibwa) American Indians for centuries. This 4,017-acre lake is one of the largest lakes on the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest and is shared with the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. If you are planning to fish, please review the border lake fishing regulations. The lake is known for its…

LaCroix Ranger District (Cook MN)

Welcome to the LaCroix Ranger District.  The landscape in this area is covered with dense forest and spotted with numerous lakes.  Destination highlights include the Vermilion River and its falls and gorge, the Echo Trail, and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.  Also nearby is scenic Lake Vermilion.  Recreational activities include boating, fishing, camping, hiking, cross country skiing,…

LaDee Flats OHV

LaDee Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Riding Area is located just 7 miles south of Estacada off Highway 224. LaDee Flats OHV area offers opportunities for all classes of ATVs. Make sure to check the maps and information onsite to see what vehicle classes are accepted on each trail. This OHV play area has approximately 28 miles of trails and retains mud and water during much of the year. With…

Lady Moon Trailhead (#985)

The Lady Moon Trail meanders south for just over a mile to where it junctions with the Molly Lake Trail (#991). Visitors can then take the Molly Lake Trail west for 3.8 miles to its trailhead located on County Road 69 (Manhattan Road), 3 miles south of the Red Feather Lakes Road. Numerous game trails and logging roads can be seen along the Lady Moon Trail, and some lead to a saddle for a view above Lady Moon Lake (…

Lady of the Lake Picnic Area

Located on the north shore of Turquoise Lake among the lodgepole pines, this picnic area has outstanding views of the lake and Mt. Massive. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings, pedestal grills, parking and a vault toilet. There is also a sandy beach on the shoreline just below the picnic area.

Lady Slipper Scenic Byway

Lady Slipper Scenic byway goes over the river and through the woods. The Chippewa National Forest hugs this rustic route with campgrounds and resorts tucked in the woods. The Chippewa National Forest visitor center is in old log lodge at Norway Beach on Cass Lake, with naturalist and bike trails nearby. The route crosses the Mississippi River flowing from Cass Lake as a stream. The Pennington Bog,…

Ladybug #329

This trail gets its unique name from the fact that it starts near Ladybug Peak, a place where large numbers of these small, orange-colored, black-spotted beetles congregate at various times of the year. The upper trailhead is located in stands of mixed conifers from which the setting changes gradually to oak woodland and eventually to…

Ladybug Campground

Along with our welcomed visitors, the ladybugs of the Coccunellidae family, we also welcome you to enjoy these brightly colored insects along with other opportunities this campground has to offer. Being in close proximity of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness, hunting, hiking, and bicycling are a few of the recreational opportunities that are at…

Ladybug Trailhead

The Ladybug Trailhead is located in stands of mixed conifers from which the setting changes gradually. This is the trailhead for Ladybug #329 and Bear Canyon #299. A spur trail to Ladybug Peak is accessible from Ladybug #329 less than one mile from the…

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. 

Lafferty Campground

Lafferty Campground has 8 campsites located along a small creek. It has a paved campground loop and is suitable for medium RVs. No hook-ups. The typical operating season for Lafferty Campground is mid-May through the end of September or early October. 

Lagoon Campground

At an elevation of 100 feet, Lagoon campground sits among shorepine and huckleberry perched beside a lagoon with access to the popular mile-long Lagoon Trail, is about 7 miles south of Florence. Amenities include flush toilets, drinking water from a pressurized system, picnic tables and fire rings with grills. Parking aprons are paved. A dump station is located less than 4 miles away at Honeyman State Park.…

Lagoon Trailhead

This is the trailhead for the Lagoon Loop Trail #1330 For information about accessible…

Laguna Campground

  Laguna Campground is a great mountain getaway just one hour east of San Diego, California in the Laguna Mountain Recreation Area. Campers can enjoy cooler temperatures, unique natural areas and an extensive trail system at this mountain facility from summer through early fall. This large facility has five loops of campsites, with sites fairly close to one another. One campsite meets accessibility standards.…

Laguna Day Use and Motorized Boat Launch

Laguna is located at Canyon Lake. This site offers families and individuals the opportunity to explore the beautiful desert landscape with just a short drive from the busy cities. Fishing, picnicking, and both motorized and non-motorized boating is permitted at this site. There are several large species of Trout in Canyon Lake which makes for good fishing and a great time! Laguna’s picnic site creates a fun one-day…

Laguna Mountain Area

High elevation, cooler temperatures, dense forests, and scenic vistas define the Laguna Mountain area. A must visit.

Laguna Mountain Lodge

The Laguna Lodge is located on the beautiful Sunrise Scenic Byway at 6,000 feet elevation on Laguna Mountain. The lodge is 1 hour from San Diego, 2 hours from Yuma, AZ and enjoys all four seasons including winter snow. The lodge is a service partner with the Cleveland National Forest and provides Cabins (cabañas) y (Cuartos simples) and Motel Rooms with Fire Places for the public.

Laguna Mountain Play Area

Winter Snow Play   Visitors sledding at Desert View Picnic Area   Winter is here and the Cleveland National Forest is a destination point for many people from California and Baja California. Please plan ahead before heading out to the snow. Here are a few tips that can help make your visit fun and safe! Visitors to the Forest are required to display the

Laguna Mountain Visitor Information Center

Laguna Mountain Visitor Information Center & Trailhead   Distance 0.5 Pets Allowed Yes Fees Adventure Pass Required Hike/Ride Time 1 hr Difficulty Easy Best Seasons Year Round Location Off Sunrise Hwy 1 at Mile…

Lagunita Lake Trailhead

This Trailhead serves as the main access point for a network of mountain bike trails and gives fishing access to nearby Lagunita Lake. The Rock Creek Trail No. 1000, Shoe & Stocking Trail No. 1216, and Teepee Creek Trail No. 1173 can all be looped back to the Trailhead when combined with Forest Roads (see bike trail map). These trails…