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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 9151 - 9180 of 17629

Lost Lake Day Use Area

Lost Lake is a unique natural lake created by the San Andreas Fault and is fed by deep natural springs. Although the lake has not been stocked with fish for many years, people still try their luck and toss a line in. Many visit the lake to picnic along the banks. There are also opportunities for bird watching.

Lost Lake Recreation Area

If you are looking for a base camp to explore area trails or a rustic campground with a family atmosphere, try the Lost Lake Recreation Area off highway 70 west of Florence. The Lost Lake Recreation Area on the Florence District consists of a campground with 27 campsites equipped with picnic tables, fire rings with grills, accessible facilities and drinking water from a pressurized system or hand pump.

Lost Lake TH #1893

The Lost Lake trail begins at Red Sandstone Road #700, passes Lost Lake, and ends at Lost Lake Road #786: From the west trailhead, the trail follows a ridge dividing the Piney and Red Sandstone drainages while traveling though lodgepole pine and aspen groves. The trail gradually climbs 600 feet to the trail's high point then drops slightly to Lost Lake. Continue .75 mile on the trail to reach the east trailhead.…

Lost Lake TH #2224

The Lost Lake trail begins at Forest Road #455 and ends at Lost Lake. Wildflowers, the creek, rock slides, and the lake add to the serenity of this trail, though it is a difficult trail to follow that becomes faint in many spots. This quiet 5 acre lake offers a peaceful day with few encounters with others.  

Lost Lake Trailhead

Provides access to: Lost Lake Trail #3020 (non-wilderness) and Lake Creek Trail #3018 (wilderness). Directions: From Granite, travel west on Grant County Road 24 (Forest Road 10) for 3.4 miles until the pavement turns to gravel.  Continue…

Lost Lake Trailhead

The Lost Lake Trailhead is a minor trailhead that provides access to Lost Lake in the Stillwater Pass Area.

Lost Lakes #1812

The Lost Lakes Trail begins at Skinny Fish / McGinnis Trail #1813 and ends at Chinese Wall Trail #1803. Access to the trail begins 1 mile up Skinny Fish Trail, between Skinny Fish and Lost Lakes. The trail climbs through stands of spruce burned in the 2002 Big…

Lost Man #1996

Starting at the Upper Lost Man Trailhead, this is a moderate hike with a couple of steep sections. This trail is good for hiking and backpacking. Fishing is fair in Independence Lake, Lost Man Lake and Lost Man Resevoir. The trail is not a complete loop—it is a good idea to set up a shuttle. This trail accesses Hunter-Frying Pan Wilderness…

Lost Man Campground

There are 10 campsites available. Trailhead access to Hunter-Fryingpan Wilderness is across the road. Two miles to the east is the ghost town of Independence, an early mining town. Lost Man Family Campground is situated directly across Independence Pass road from

Lost Park #1805

The Lost Park Trail begins on the north side of Rio Blanco County Road 8, just before the Lost Creek Guard Station. Follow Lost Creek Trail #1808 for 4 miles to Lost Park. The Lost Park Trail divides shortly after entering Lost Park, branching up both the east and west forks of Lost Creek. After roughly 2 miles, both forks enter the Routt National Forest, and after another 2 miles, they both join the Salt Park Trail…

Lost Park Campground

Lost Park Campground is located 21 miles southeast of Jefferson off US 285 and CR 56. It has 12 campsites with a maximum trailer length of 22 feet. The elevation is 10,000 feet. Facilities include toilets, tables, water and fire rings. There is no trash service at this campground. Dates are weather dependent. All services may not be available early or late in the season.

Lost Park Trailhead

Lost Park Trailhead provides access to Lost Creek Wilderness via the Wigwam Trail.  

Lost Prairie Group Campground

Lost Prairie Group Site is located along the Over the Rivers and Through the Woods Scenic Byway and is nestled among the forest in the Cascades at an elevation of 3600 feet. There are many wildflowers blooming in the prairie during the summer. Lost Prairie has 4 traditional campsites, two suitable for small RV's. One Hand pump provides water and there is a newer double CXT toilet on site and an older outhouse near…

Lost Solar #1828

The Lost Solar Trail climbs quickly out of the South Fork Canyon, up the Lost Solar drainage. After fording Lost Solar Creek, the trail follows the narrow valley for several miles, crossing several small streams before rising out of the creek bottom on a side hill. Seven miles from the South Fork Trail, the trail enters Lost Solar meadows-a large, grassy park. After following the meadow for 1 mile, it…

Lost Spring Campground

6 campsites with picnic tables and fire rings are along Silver Creek offer a quiet setting in the forest. This primitive campsite has a vault toilet, no drinking water, and no garbage services and is popular with hunters in the fall.

Lost Trail Pass Snowpark Trailhead

This trailhead is located on top of Lost Trail Pass. It offers parking for access to the Trail Creek Area.

Lost Trailhead #821

Off road 520 near lost Trail Campground

Lost Valley Boat Launch

Boat Launch for Lost Valley Reservoir. Restroom and tables available for day use picnics.

Lost Valley Reservoir

Lost Valley Reservoir road (Forest Road #089) provides access to Lost Valley Reservoir, Rapid River Wild & Scenic River, and numerous other streams. This area provides opportunities for fishing, boating, hiking, and camping. Lost Valley Reservoir Road can be reached from Highway 95 at Pine Ridge (10 miles southwest of New Meadows). This road will provide a scenic loop around Lost Valley Reservoir. (15 miles…

Lost Valley Reservoir Camping Area

Numerous dispersed campsites are located around the Lost Valley Reservoir.  No amenities available.

Lost Valley/WF Weiser River, New Meadows RD

The Lost Valley and West Fork of the Weiser River are on the New Meadows Ranger District.  Price Valley is in this area as well and is a well known landmark.

Lostine River Interpretive Site

The Lostine River Interpretive site is small streamside display about trout and salmon in the Wild and Scenic Lostine River. Located above Williamson Campground visitors can enjoy the drive up the canyon and view the river and…

Lottis Creek Campground - Gunnison RD

Lottis Creek Campground is a good site for anglers, hikers and four-wheel drive enthusiasts. The campground is located on the shores of Lottis Creek and close to the Taylor River. Two miles to the south visitors will find access to the Fossil Ridge Wilderness Area. Hikers and equestrians can enjoy the trails of this pristine natural area. No mechanized or motorized vehicles are permitted in any Wilderness Area. To…

Lotus Camp

Visitors to the Kisatchie Ranger District for the purpose of OHV riding can utilize the Lotus Camp for day-use and camping. The Sandstone Trail has a connecting spur trail that enters the backside of the camp and allows visitors easy access from their vehicle to the trail. General camping, drinking water, flush toilets, picnic tables, and fire rings are available at the camp sites. Sandstone Trail use requires an…

Lou Creek #222

The Lou Creek Trail #222 begins at an intersection with the Cow Boy Lake Trail #244 and ends where it intersects the Nate Creek Trail #221 and the Deer Creek Trail #223.  This trail climbs an aspen covered hillside as you ascend to Lou Creek Pass which raises to 10,870 feet. It passes Cowboy Lake along its way which provides trout fishing opportunities. The views are spectacular of the surrounding San Juan…

Loud's Rest Stop

Loud’s Rest Stop is one of many designated locations along the river for paddlers to stop and take a break on their trip down the river. The site offers views of the river, as well as fishing access for trout. Brochure with…

Louella Cabin

Louella Cabin offers visitors a unique turn-of-the-century retreat in a forested open meadow. With its white walls and inviting covered porch, sitting on a gentle slope flanked by towering Douglas-firs, Louella Cabin looks out over the fruit orchard and valley. The four-room cabin has a living room with a futon couch that unfolds into a bed, two bedrooms, one with double bed and…

Louie Way

Begins at forest road #1202-571 and ends at Louie Gap

Louis Lake Campground

The Louis Lake Campground has nine campsites around Louis Lake and the outlet of Louis Creek. The area around the inlet is very marshy and home to abundant wildlife. No trailers over 24 feet. Amenities include two vault toilet, picnic tables, and cook grates. Potable water is not available. The nearby Louis Lake Boating and Picnic Site includes a boat ramp, vault toilet, picnic tables, and cook grates.…