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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 9571 - 9600 of 17629

Marilla Trailhead

Marilla Trailhead is the northern most access to the trail on the Huron-Manistee National Forests.  For information on trailheads going north visit the National Park Service website. A 23-mile loop trail is formed…

Marilyn Lakes Trailhead

This trailhead provides access to: Marilyn Lakes Trail #3689 See Trail page for more information.

Mariners Point Group Campground

Mariners Point Group Campground is located at the opening to the Pit arm of Shasta Lake and offers sites to both tent and RV campers. Visitors to this area can enjoy boating and fishing at the nearby Shasta Lake or hiking around the Shasta-Trinity National Forest.   Open for reservations May 14 - Sept 10.

Mariners Roost Boat-In Campground

Mariners Roost is a boat access only campground located on the Stuart Fork Arm of Trinity Lake on the east side of the Mule Creek cove. The campground offers 7 campsites. There is no piped water.

Marion Forks Campground and Day Use Area

Adjacent to the Marion Forks Fish Hatchery, Marion Forks Campground is a great 15 site (one pull through) campground tucked away from Highway 22 and a quiet place to relax. Enjoy a 1/4 mile leisurely stroll along Marion Creek on a paved loop path through the picnic area and fish hatchery and learn about spring Chinook salmon and…

Marion Lake Campground

Marion Lake Campground, located just 4 miles east of Watersmeet, MI, on the Watersmeet Ranger District, offers tranquility and beauty not often found in other high use campgrounds. Designed to take advantage of their location, lakeside spurs provide grand views of the south and west shores, making each sunset a memorable experience. All sites are spaced with natural vegetation for screening, providing an excellent…

Marion Lake Trailhead

Trailhead for Marion Lake Trail #3436 which provides access to Mount Jefferson Wilderness. Trails accessible from this trailhead include: Marion Lake…

Marion Mountain Campground

Marion Mountain Campground is open from late May through mid November and is comprised of 25 individual campsites (16 reserved and 9 first-come-first-serve sites). Located approximately 50 miles southeast of San Bernardino and 7 miles north of Idyllwild, the facility is in an alpine forest of pine, cedar, and oak trees at 6,400 feet elevation. Many of the campsites offer panoramic views of sunsets and the…

Marjorie Lake

This body of water is part of the Provo drainage.

Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness (Mt. Hood)

The 65,822-acre Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness is located east of Portland, OR within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and Mt. Hood National Forest. The north part of the Wilderness has features characteristic of the Columbia River Gorge, including basalt cliffs and multiple waterfalls. As you climb from the river, the steep cliffs and waterfalls give…

Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness: Columbia Gorge

Please view the special regulations associated with Wilderness areas and always use Leave No Trace techniques to help keep these areas wild, clean, and pristine. Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness covers 65,822 acres of basalt cliffs, waterfalls, and lush coniferous forests between Mt. Hood’s northern slope and the sheer cliffs south of the Columbia…

Mark's Creek Sno-Park

Mark's Creek Sno-Park is located off of Highway 26 and is a great location for enjoying the Central Oregon winter.   The steep grade and elevation of the hill allow visitors to choose how much thrill they desire.   For those that are not interested in sledding, there is a large communal fire ring near the trees at the base of the hill.   Please try to use this location for your fire when you visit so…

Markagunt OHV System

The Markagunt OHV System is located on the Markagunt Plateau in southwestern Utah.  The system is made up of roads and trails that travel through mixed conifer forests and wide open meadows.  The landscape of the plateau is influenced by ancient volcanic activity with volcanic peaks and rough lava fields.  Surrounded by several National Parks and Monuments, the roads and trails in the system offer…

Markagunt Plateau

This is the longest route on the district at almost 82 miles (not including spur routes).  It travels south through Bear Valley, Horse Valley then along the shores of Panguitch Lake. Then this route turns west and ascends Clear Creek to the summit at which point the route turns to OHV-only trail (62”) for about 2 miles to Yankee Meadows. Then it turns south and climbs out of the basin and tops out at Sidney…

Markham Springs Recreation Area

Located adjacent to the Black River, the Markham Springs Recreation Area contains bubbly springs and a small 2-acre pond that dates back to the 1800s. The area is covered by a dense forest of colorful trees, including ash, elm, maple and poplar. Six springs pour almost 5 million gallons of water a…

Markleeville Campground

Located on Markleeville Creek, in the shade of Jeffrey pines and cottonwood trees. Generally open late April through early September as weather and conditions allow.

Marlinton Ranger District

The Marlinton Ranger District is located in Marlinton, WV.

Marmot Day Use/ Picnic Area

Day use area with picnic tables 

Marmot Rock Campground

Located on the south shore of Courtright Reservoir, Marmot Rock Campground offers 15 walk-in campsites, adjacent to Courtright Day Use Area. Large Lodgepole pine trees provide shade for some sites and some have spectacular lake views. Sites offer picnic tables and fire rings.

Maroon Bells Scenic Area

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.

Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness

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…

Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness - GMUG

ALERT: Advance reservation permits are required for overnight stays in the Maroon Bells - Snowmass Wilderness Overnight Permit Zones. Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness encompasses 183,847 acres and spans the Gunnison and White River National Forests. The majority of the area is within White River National Forest. Elevations range from 9,000’ to 14,000’. There are more than 100 miles of trails for foot and horse…

Maroon Lake Scenic Trailhead, #2197

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.  

Maroon-Snowmass Trailhead, #1975

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.

Maroon/Snowmass - Crater Lake TH #1975

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.

Mars Court Trailhead

Mars Court Trailhead is approximately 9.4 miles south of I-40, off NM 337. The trailhead provides access to David Canyon via Manzanita Mountains Trail System. The parking area can accommodate a small number of horse trailers as well as approximately 10 + vehicles. Please refer to the Manzanita Mountains Trail System map to…

Marsell

This body of water is part of the Duchesne drainage.

Marsh Branch Boat Ramp

Marsh Branch Boat Ramp provides access to the nearby White Oak Boat-in Campground on Laurel River LakeLaurel River Lake is located on…

Marsh Creek Transfer Camp Trailhead

This trailhead provides access for the Marsh Creek Trail #4237, the Bear Valley-Marsh Creek Trail #4010, and the Middle Fork Trail #001.

Marsh Lake

This body of water is part of the Smiths Fork drainage.