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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 8671 - 8700 of 17629

Lily Lake #1964

ALERTS: • Bear canisters are required for all backpackers in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness.• Advance reservation permits are required for overnight stays in the Maroon Bells - Snowmass Wilderness Overnight Permit Zones.

Lily Lake #509

The Lily Lake Trail #509 begins at Forest Service Road #257.1A, Cottonwood Lake Campground Road, and ends at Forest Service Road #257.1E. The trail is a connection trail between Cottonwood Lake No. 1, and the Cottonwood Campground, and Cottonwood Lake No. 4. It climbs away from the road heading east for about 0.6 mile. It then turns north and gradually climbs to meet FSR #257.E1 and comes to an end near the lake.…

Lily Lake Boating Site

Lily Lake Boating Site Lily Lake is a picturesque mountain lake ideal for kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddle boards.No boat motors of any kind are allowed on Lily Lake. This is a "day use" only facility. No overnight camping is permitted. Cave Lake is just a short distance up the road for campers.

Lily Lake Campground

This campground is currently under construction and will have seven camp sites and a boat launch to the picturesque Lily Lake. 16-day stay limitThis site is not accessible to persons with mobility impairmentsNo cell service Notes: Boat launch, three shared bear boxes, five picnic tables, but no metal fire rings or grates. No garbage collection

Lily Lake Picnic Site

Lily Lake Picnic Site Lily Lake is a beautiful spot for a picnic.Day Use ends at 10pm.Camping is available at nearby Cave Lake Campground.

Lily Lake Trailhead

Lily Lake Trailhead provides access to Middle Paintrock Trail - #066, which accesses Cloud Peak Wilderness, and Lily Lake. There are no facilities at this trailhead and the parking is limited.

Lily Pad Campground

Located on the southwest shore of Wishon Reservoir, Lily Pad Campground has 15 campsites with paved access and 4 hike-in sites. It is a popular destination for fishing. Sites do not have lake views. The sites are relatively flat and some have pull through driveways for large RV's. Each site has a table and grill.

Lily Pad Lake TH #50

This trail is very near town and is a popular trail into the Eagles Nest Wilderness. Initially, the trail travels south through thick stands of lodgepole pine and aspen. Along the way you will cross some small streams and pass by several beaver ponds. These beaver ponds attracted fur trappers during 1810-1840, the boom years of the fur trade. The lake is a great place to relax and enjoy your lunch. Parking is…

Lily Pond #534

The Lily Pond Trail #534 begins near the Dorchester Campground and ends at an intersection with Forest Service Road 760.3A near Lily Pond. The trail gradually climbs for the first mile to intersect FSR 759, Italian Creek Road. Head south on FSR 759 for about a quarter mile, look for the Lily Trail to continue on the west side of the road. It crosses Italian Creek and follow along a drainage for about 0.8 miles to an…

Lily Pond / Picket Pin #1811

The Lily Pond / Picket Pin Trail is 8.3 miles long. The trail connects Rio Blanco County Road 8 with the Trappers Lake Road (Forest Road 205) by way of the Chinese Wall Trail and Picket Pin Park. The Lily Pond Trail climbs 4.5 miles through stands of aspen, open parks and scattered patches of spruce, fir and dead spruce. The Picket Pin end…

Lily Pond Vista

Lily Pond is a natural mountain pond beside the Kancamagus Highway 18 miles west of Conway. There is an ample gravel turn out for parking as moose are often seen feeding in the pond. In winter people access the Upper Nanamacomok cross country ski trail from Lily Pond.

Limber Flag Yurt

The Limber Flag Yurt is located approximately 20 air miles north of Vernal, Utah and provides year-round primitive lodging for Forest visitors. This facility is approximately 314 ft. (<20 ft. diameter) and has limited amenities. There is no indoor plumbing/running water and no power at this site. The amenities provided include a heavy-duty propane camp stove for cooking, a wood burning stove for heat, an…

Limber Luke Campground and Trailhead

This trailhead serves Anderson Butte National Recreation Trail (#505). Located in open timber, with a toilet, stock loading ramp, fire ring and parking space for five camper vehicles, it is very popular with big game hunters.

Limber Pine Campground

Limber Pine Campground is south of Red Lodge, along the banks of the Main Fork of Rock Creek. It is near the base of the switchbacks of the Beartooth Scenic Highway. Mount Maurice Trail (#6), Corral Creek Trail (#9), Bear Track Trail (#8), Lake Fork Trail (#2), Parkside National Recreation Trail (#103), Hell Roaring Plateau Trail (#11), Glacier Lake Trail (#3), Sheridan Campground, Rattin Campground, Parkside…

Limberlost Group Campground

After a fun filled day exploring the area, relax and fall asleep to the sound of the babbling Lost Creek at this secluded and quiet 12-site campground. Towering Douglas fir and cedar trees surround this small, rustic and compact campground. The campground’s name was derived from "Girl of the Limberlost," a classic novel by American writer and naturalist, Gene Stratton-Porter. The campground offers vault toilets and…

Lime Creek #485

Forest Trail #485 (Lime Creek Trail) is 0.7 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail #484 and ends at Forest Road #777. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, and Motorcycle Trail Riding

Lime Mesa (676)

Lime Mesa Trail #676 is located at the end of FDR #81. From the trailhead, you can either head north approximately 4 miles to the Mountain Crest View Overlook or head south for 5.6 miles ending at FDR #595. Heading north from the trailhead, the trail starts in a meadow, winds along an old four-wheel-drive road. Access to …

Limestone Campground

Offering 22 campsites on the Wild and Scenic Kern River, Limestone sits at 3800-foot elevation.  Whitewater rafting and fishing in the river. Hiking, mountain biking in the area. No drinking water available Maximum RV length 30 feet. Please pack out your trash. For Kern River Ranger District recreation information, please call 760-376-3781. ExplorUSAll developed campground areas on the Forest operate under…

Limestone Cove Day Use Area

Limestone Cove Day Use Area alongside North Indian Creek in beautiful Limestone Cove. Many people take advantage of the cool shade near the creek to picnic. The cool swift waters of North Indian Creek provide excellent habitat for trout. A portion of a rail line that once traveled between Unicoi and Limestone Cove is still visible in the picnic area.

Limestone Trailhead

Provides access to:  Limestone Trail #1235 Facilities No picnic table No fire pit No drinking water No toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out

Limestone Trailhead (#84) Trailhead

Limestone Trailhead (#84) Trailhead

Limpy Botanical Interpretive Loop Trailhead

Provides access to: Limpy Botanical Interpretive Loop Trail #1133 Facilities No picnic table No fire pit No drinking water No toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out

Limpy Rock

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Lincoln Creek Dispersed Camping

There are 22 dispersed campsites for car camping along Lincoln Creek Road. High Clearance required and 4x4 recommended to access all campsites. All sites are first come first serve. No facilities such as toilets or water are available. Maximum 5 day stay limit.

Lincoln Gap Road

Closed to winter access.

Lincoln Gulch Campground

The Lincoln Gulch Campground has 7 campsites situated in a lodgepole pine forest close to Independence Pass Road. Sites are available for public use, and many recreational activities, including hiking, biking, 4 wheel driving, and fishing, may be enjoyed from this location. Please note that vehicles over 35 feet in length are prohibited over Independence Pass.…

Lincoln Gulch Trailhead

Medicine Bow Rails to Trails Trailhead. Site includes a vault toilet, gravel parking lot, and picnic table.

Lincoln Memorial

The Lincoln Memorial is the site of the third in a series of seven Lincoln-Douglas debates.  Currently the picnic area offers three walking loops ranging from .24 - .41 miles.  Walking paths are on paved surface and surrounded with various plant and tree species.  The Lincoln Memorial pond provides great scenery for walkers and a great habitat for turtles.

Lincoln Park Campground

This campground is 3 miles from the Snowy Range Scenic Byway, Hwy 130, beside North Brush Creek. Lincoln Park campground is situated at 7,800 feet elevation and offers a great base camp to explore the Medicine Bow National Forest. It includes 12 campsites suitable for trailer, tent and RV camping. Sites include picnic tables and fire grates. Potable water, toilets, and trash services are accessible during the open…

Lincoln Woods Trailhead

​This very large parking area has many ammenities, including restrooms, potable water, interpretive panels, trash receptacles and a cabin. Short nature trails between a suspension bridge and a pedestrian bridge alongside Rte. 112, both spanning the west branch of the Pemigewasset river, afford an accessible self-guided loop walk through the area. Lincoln Woods trailhead is considered the gateway to the Pemigewasset…