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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 9331 - 9360 of 17629

Lowes Path Trailhead

This trail, cut from 1875 to 1876 is the oldest of the mountain trails that ascend the peaks from the Randolph Valley. It is perhaps the easiest way to climb Mt Adams, with moderate grades (except for the steep middle section), good footing, and excellent views, but it still has considerable exposure to weather in the part above treeline. Hikers can park a vehicle at Lowe's Store in Randolph, NH for a small fee, and…

Lowland Campground and Picnic Area

Lowland Campground and Picnic Area are located approximately 20 miles north of Butte, west of Interstate 15. The campground is located near Sheepshead Recreation Area which provides fishing opportunities at Maney Lake and is in close proximity to the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. The campground has 11 units that accommodate trailers up to 22 feet. The sites are back-in trailer sites. Tent pads are…

Lowman Nature Ponds

The Lowman Nature Ponds are a great place for the family to fish and close to State Highway 21 just north of Lowman, Idaho. Two ponds are stocked with trout by the Idaho Fish and Game. The ponds provide a restful place for fishing from shore and picnicking.  Boats are not allowed on the ponds.  A restroom is on site.

Lowman Ranger District and Office

Visit the Lowman Ranger District and explore the Deadwood Reservoir or Bear Valley for camping and fishing fun. The scenic drive from Boise along the Wildlife Canyon Scenic Byway can be accessed at Banks along Idaho State Highway 55.  The route offers many opportunities to view wildlife especially in the winter months. Temperatures in the summer on the District range into the upper 90s, and are generally dry.…

Lowry Campground

At an elevation of 9,320 feet, Lowry Campground is located between Summit Cove and Breckenridge, Colorado in the White River National Forest.This campground is in close proximity to Dillon Reservoir and a handful of trails, making it an ideal setting for guests seeking recreation and relaxation. Due to the pine beetle infestation and removal of hazard trees, there is little or no shade in the campground.…

Luby Bay Campground

Luby Bay Campground is located near both Lamb Creek and Priest Lake. The campground is densely wooded with nicely secluded sites, and is within easy access to many great views of the Selkirk Mountains. Natural Features: The campground sits at an elevation of 2,500 feet on the western shores of Priest Lake. Campsites are shaded by hemlock and cedar.  Priest Lake consists of the main lake where most water…

Lucerne Campground

This boat-in campground adjacent to a Forest Service Guard Station offers a dock and boat basin with an eleven boat capacity. A ¼-mile trail connects to Refrigerator Harbor Campground & road to Holden Village.  Lake Chelan…

Lucerne Campground

Lucerne Campground is located on the shore of Flaming Gorge Reservoir at an elevation of 6,100 feet. The campground is situated in a high desert landscape with sagebrush and a few scattered trees. Natural shade is minimal. Fishing, boating, canoeing, water skiing and swimming are popular activities on the lake. Campers are offered the convenience of an adjacent boat ramp, marina and fish cleaning station. Lucerne…

Luck Lake Access Day Use Area

A primitive boat launch and small parking area provide access to the north end of Luck Lake. Special Features: Beautiful scenery and solitude can be found throughout the year at Luck Lake. At low lake levels, a narrow sandy beach along the northern shore provides an easy walking path to Eagle Creek, a popular fishing stream. The shallow lake bottom near the access site provides an enjoyable swimming area. Explore…

Lucky Lake Trailhead

The Lucky Lake Trailhead provides access to Edison-Lava Trail and serves as an access point to Three Sisters Wilderness via the Senoj Lake Trail

Lucky Strike 144

There is some major elevation change on this trail, which was an old jeep road. It is easy to follow and passes by an area of past mining activity.

Luders Creek Campground

The campground has 5 sites, 3 are pull through. There are 3 corrals for horses and other stock. This is a good area for big game hunting season. Mountain biking & 4WD driving on area roads. The most common trees are Engelmann Spruce and quaking Aspen. The road leading to the campground is itself of historical significance. It was one of the famous toll roads leading west from Saguache built by…

Ludlum Campground

Ludlum Campground is located adjacent to Wheeler Creek and the Winchuck River, just minutes from ocean beaches, and 30 minutes from the redwoods of northern California. There are opportunities to hike; one option is the Chimney Camp Trail #1279, which is a pleasant hike along Wheeler Creek. Ludlum House Recreation Rental is…

Ludlum House Group Site Recreation Rental

The Ludlum House is nestled at the edge of the forest with a vast expanse of lawn stretching out before it, and is located at the confluence of Wheeler Creek and the Winchuck River. Set up a volleyball net or toss a frisbee on the lawn, and later relax beneath the shade of the wide wrap-around porch! The two-story house features one room…

Luger/Eagle Springs Trailhead

This trailhead accesses the Luger Springs-Eagle Creek Trail #3232 and provides access to hunting, fishing, and camping. It is open to hikers, mountain bikers, motorcyclists, and horseback riders. Users can expect heavy traffic from hikers and horses during the hunting seasons.

Lumberman's Monument Visitor Center

Lumberman’s Monument Visitor Center interprets the area’s colorful lumbering past. The 14-foot Lumberman’s Monument stands on a high bank with the Au Sable River providing a scenic backdrop. Learn about the industry that helped develop northern Michigan and the men who…

Lumsden Bridge Campground

  Lumsden Bridge Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River, approximately one mile from South Fork Campground and two…

Lumsden Campground

Lumsden Campground is on a low elevation pine and oak forested site on the Tuolumne Wild & Scenic River approximately one mile from South Fork Campground and two…

Luna - White Deer Lake Recreation Area

If you want to be on not one, but two lakes, and get away from motors and developed shorelines and you like to swim and fish for trout and bass, try Luna-White Deer Lake Recreation Area off Highway 70 east of Eagle River. The Luna-White Deer Lake Recreation Area on the Eagle River District consists of a campground with 37 campsites are equipped with picnic tables, fire rings with grills, with easy access vaulted…

Luna Lake Bike Trailhead

The moderate length and easy rating of the Luna Lake Long Loop mountain bike trail make this trail a popular pastime for campers at Luna Lake Campground. In fact, campers can ride directly from their campsites and start enjoying this scenic trail.  For those looking for an even shorter, more leisurely ride, the Luna Lake Short Loop is the perfect length.

Luna Lake Campground

Luna Lake Campground can best be described as a pleasant vacation neighborhood with open forest, lush meadows, a lake with great fishing, first rate mountain scenery and additional recreation facilities located within easy travel distance. This friendly camp is located in an open stand of ponderosa pines within easy walking distance of Luna Lake.

Luna Lake Day Use Area

Boat launch facilities, fishing pier, accessible trail, and picnic area.

Luna Lake Group Campground

2 double sites (up to 20 people) and 1 accessible group site, which holds up to 120 people. 

Luna Lake Marina - BOATS, BAIT, AND BEYOND

Located on the shore of scenic Luna Lake adjacent to the day use boat launch and picnic grounds. Boat rentals, bait, fishing tackle, snacks, and drinks available for sale.

Luna Lake Recreation Area

Luna Lake Recreation Area is a pleasant, rustic, vacation neighborhood with open Ponderosa pine groves, lush meadows, a lake with great fishing, first rate mountain scenery and a non-motorized trail system open to horse, bicycle and pedestrian travel. The rustic campground is located in a relatively open stand of ponderosa pines within easy walking distance of Luna Lake. (see Luna Lake Campground page for…

Luna Park Campground

Odd volcanic rock formations give moon-like appearance to this popular picnic spot which also has three campsites, but little shade and no water.

Lunar Tide

Lunar Tide Trail is part of the Mount Elden Dry Lake Hills Trail System. The Mount Elden/Dry Lake Hills (MEDL) trail system was dedicated in 1987. There are eight trailheads providing access to 25 designated National Forest System trails, including a segment of the Arizona National Scenic Trail, Flagstaff Loop…