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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 9301 - 9330 of 17629

Lower Seven Lake

Species present: Rainbow and Brook Trout Seasons: Open all year. Bag limit: 5 per day, 10 in possession. Date of usual ice out: June 1 (6,200' elevation) Access roads: This lake is located in Section 6, T38N, R5W. The Seven Lakes Basin is about 20 miles by road and trail from Mt. Shasta City. Access is via the South Fork Road (Road 26) from the W.A. Barr Road. One route to the basin is via the Pacific Crest Trail (…

Lower Silver Creek Trailhead

This Trailhead serves as the lower access point for the Silver Creek Trail No. 1106. This 12.3 mile trail in the Sarvis Creek Wilderness ascends the Silver Creek from the Morrison Creek valley up to its headwaters at Buffalo Park. The trail begins by quickly climbing up to a ridge at 8,680 feet. Here great views of…

Lower Silvis Lake Picnic Site

This site is located near the Lower Silvis Lake on the Silvis lake trail. The site offers picnic tables, vault toilet, and great views.

Lower Situk Facility Day Use Area

There is a boat launch, toilets and parking area for fishermen at this location.

Lower South Fork Trailhead

Provides access to:  Lower South Fork Trail #988 Facilities No picnic table No fire pit No drinking water No toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out

Lower South Fork Trailhead - Trail # 724 & 720

There are two trailheads are within 500 yards of each other.  The Lower South Fork Trailhead is the main trailhead, and South Fork Trailhead is for overflow parking.  Access to Trails 724 and 720 is through these two trailheads.

Lower Spring Creek #116.1C

The Lower Spring Creek Trail #116.1C begins at an intersection with the Spring Creek Trail #116 and ends at the National Forest Boundary. This trail is a connector trail from the BLM to the Spring Creek network of trails. It follow along the rim above Spring Creek and gradually descends to the National Forest Boundary. Geo-Ref Trail Map

Lower Squirrel Trailhead (#34) Trailhead

Lower Squirrel Trailhead (#34) Trailhead

Lower Stillwater Day Use Area Fishing Site

The Lower Stillwater Day Use Area has numerous ponds that offer great fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Access to Rock Creek is also available.

Lower Sucker Lake Boat Area

An earthen boat ramp access to the 585 acres of Lower Sucker Lake. Lower Sucker Lake is approximately 3.5 miles south of US Highway 2. Northern pike, walleye, crappie and other panfish are found in this lake.

Lower Suntaheen River Trailhead

An accessible viewing platform viewing Suntaheen Creek and salmon runs while in season.

Lower Sycamore OHV Recreation Area

Located in the Mesa Ranger District and less than an hour from Phoenix. This highly visited recreation area contains about 112 miles of routes that vary in Design Use and challenge. A highlight of this area is the vast sandy washes, seasonal water flow, and single-track trails. Entrances include Lower Sycamore, Sugarloaf, Mesquite, and Log Corral on the west side of State Route 87. Staging areas are located within 1…

Lower Three Creek Sno-Park

The is designed as an overflow lot and is not plowed on a regular basis. An area snowmobile map can be found here.

Lower Three Forks Trailhead

Lower Three Forks Trailhead is located on Forest Road 832, a short distance north of Rifle Mountain Park. The parking area has room for approximately ten vehicles. The Trailhead provides access to Three Forks Trail #2150. Three Forks Trail is 5.3 miles long and is open to hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. The…

Lower Thumb Rock Picnic Area

A short distance from Peña Blanca Lake, Lower Thumb picnic site is not large, so it is usually quick to fill. That’s especially true during the hot days of summer -- the peak season for the lake and the campground. Picnic tables are located on the banks of Peña Blanca lake. Six picnic tables are available with seven pedestal grill that can be found on site.

Lower Tinton Trailhead

Overview The Lower Tinton Trailhead is located off of Tinton Road across from the Forest Service Northern Hills Work Center and provides a scenic overlook of Johnston Gulch. The Tinton trail network includes approximately 46 miles of trail. Around 11 miles of the Tinton trail overlap existing system trails at Big Hill, Rimrock, Crow Peak, and Old Baldy. 

Lower Tonto Creek Campground

  The Tonto Creek Campground has a large open-space parking lot and paved walkway makes it accessible with only a light hike to the creek. Families may enjoy fishing at both Tonto and Horton Creeks or pass time hiking through nearby Horton Creek Trail or Derrick Trail.…

Lower Trinity Ranger District

The Lower Trinity Ranger District is bisected by State Highway 299, the main travel route in Northwestern California to reach the Northcoast. Willow Creek is Approximately 100 miles west of Redding and 45 miles east of Eureka/Arcata. At one time, a major timber producing area, Willow Creek no longer supports a major manufacturing industry. Willow Creek however, is a recreation destination for sport fishing,…

Lower Twin Lake Campground

Lower Twin Lakes Campground is located just 10 miles from Bridgeport, California at an elevation of 7,000 feet. Massive Jeffrey pines tower over the site, offering partial shade. Aspens, sagebrush, and summer wildflowers dot the site. Robinson Creek is adjacent, with good rainbow trout fishing. Numerous hiking trails are in the vicinity, including the popular Robinson Creek Trail.

Lower Virginia Creek Primitive Campground

Rustic campsites with fire rings in Jeffrey Pine Forest. There is no trash service please pack out your trash.

Lower Wapiti Trailhead/Meadow Creek Trail

Winter Access sno-park and trailhead for Lower Wapiti also trail access for Meadow Creek Trail #33 accessing Albino Lake.

Lower Weminuche (595)

The Lower Weminuche trail is 7.2 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 631 - Piedra Rd. and ends at Forest Trail 596 - Piedra Trail. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding

Lower West Parks Lake

Species present: Rainbow and Brook Trout Seasons: Open all year. Bag limit: 5 per day, 10 in possession. Date of usual ice out: July 1 (7,250' elevation). Access roads: This lake is in Section 21, T41N, R6W. Access is via the Parks Creek Road (Road 17), from Stewart Springs Road. About 4.5 miles up Road 17, take road 41N73 to the right. At West Parks Lakes Creek, the bridge has been removed. Park and walk from this…

Lower White River Wilderness

The White River rises in the high Cascades in western Wasco County, in the Mt. Hood National Forest on the southeast side of Mt. Hood. The headwaters are just below White River Glacier in White River Canyon. Mount Hood Wilderness protects upper portions of the river, while the 2,873-acre Lower White River Wilderness, southeast of the Mount Hood Wilderness and east of Highway 26, provides a buffer for a lower segment…

Lower Whitepine Cross Country Ski Trailhead

This Cross Country Ski Trailhead is located directly adjacent to the White Pine Ski Area. Trails accessed at this site include, Upper and Lower Meadow Loops, Heart Attack, Moose Ridge, Tree Loop and The Lower Surveyor Park Trail. Skiers with dogs are encouraged to use the trails south of the access road to the Ski Area.

Lower Wolf #304

This is a non-motorized trail with scenic loops that wind through a mixed conifer forest. There is wildlife, wildflowers and scenic viewpoints. Hikers can rest at scenic viewpoints overlooking Ashenfelter Bay on the Pend Oreille River. Trails are open from sunrise to sunset. Lower Wolf Trailhead

Lower Wolf #305

This .75-mile looped trail system travels through mixed conifer forest connects to Lower Wolf Trail #304. There are scenic views of Ashenfelter Bay on the Pend Oreille River, wildlife and wildflowers.  Lower Wolf Trailhead Lower Wolf Trail #304

Lower Wolf Creek Campground

Located on the banks of Wolf Creek, Arizona walnut and live-oaks are interspersed among the ponderosa pines in this boulder-strewn campground that was constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the late 1930s. View photos on Flickr Facilities 20 campsites with picnic tables, and fire rings with grills No drinking water Vault…

Lower Wolf Trailhead

The Lower Wolf Trailhead provides hikers access to the Lower Wolf Trail System, which lies on the north end of the City of Newport. The trailhead has a small parking area with an information board. No toilets are provided and users must pack out any garbage. The trail system winds through a mixed conifer forest which supports an abundant community of plants. During the spring and early summer users will find many…

Lower/Upper Slate Lakes TH #65

Both Lower and Upper Slate Lakes are set in the spectacular scenery of the Gore Range in the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area. In the lower part of Slate Creek drainage you can enjoy open sagebrush meadows, aspen groves and the creek. The trail then climbs steadily up to both lakes. Many people backpack to the lakes to enjoy multiple days in the area. Day hikers planning to reach the lakes and return will need a full day…