Escape from the city to the rustic and beautiful McGill Campground. The campground, bursting with views of mountains and valleys, is an ideal base for several biking and hiking trails. A dense stand of Jeffrey pine and ponderosa shade the campground and each site is nicely spaced. A perk of camping at McGill is the chance to see hummingbirds. They happen to love the area. McGill Group Sites Campground sits in a…

The McGillivray Campground has 33 total campsites and provides three opportunities for group rental camping. The group shelter will accommodate up to 200 people making it great for reunions and receptions. The two smaller group sites will accommodate up to 25 people each and are both located within the campground. Both group sites are ideal for campers to share an area with friends and family. In addition…

Access McGinnis Lake via this spur off the Skinny Fish Trail #1813. The Skinny Fish Trail begins with a steep, 1-mile climb from the trailhead and then enters a relatively flat meadow following Skinny Fish Creek through aspen, spruce, fir and meadows (burned in the 2002 Big Fish Fire). The McGinnis Trail branches to the east about 2…

Length: 1 mile. McGinnis Creek - 16E22. Green Diamond.  Least difficult. Open to Motorcycles and ATV’s Only. This trail runs parallel to the creek and is level with no steep sections making it ideal for beginners. Since this trail ends on Navajo Road, the section of the road that connects to the Navajo Bypass is legal for all motorcycles and quad runners. The remainder of the Navajo Road is for street legal…

The McGowan Lake Cross-Country Ski Area has been in existence since 1982 and offers 10 miles of trails, 5 miles of which are periodically groomed.  Access is on Highway 89, 2 miles north of Highway 36 and near the southern entrance to Lassen Volcanic National Park.  Literally in the shadow of Lassen Peak, McGowan area trails wander through mixed conifer forest and are popular with beginning to…

McGregor Lake Campground is located approximately 53 miles southeast of Libby, Montana, on Highway 2 at the west end of McGregor Lake in Kootenai National Forest. This area is about halfway between Libby and Kalispell in the heart of the Thompson Chain of Lakes, a premier fishing and hunting area. Natural Features: At an elevation of 3,900 feet, the campground is nestled among young pines at the west end of McGregor…

Located on the north shore of French Meadows Reservoir  

McGuire Mountain Lookout was originally constructed in 1923 and was actively used as an observation point for detecting forest fires for over 20 years before it was abandoned around 1944. The structure was later renovated between 1983 and 1998 and is now available for rent for up to four people. McGuire Mountain is located approximately 14 miles southwest of Eureka. Access to the lookout requires a 2.5 mile…

Located on the north shore of French Meadows Reservoir.  10 picnic tables with cooking grills.  Day use only.  Adjacent to beach and swimming area.

Forest Trail #578 (McIntyre Gulch Trail) is 1.9 miles long. It begins at Forest Road #210.2 and ends at Forest Road #812. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, and Motorcycle Trail Riding

The Mcjunkin trail is 2.5 miles long. It begins at Co. Hwy 145 and ends at Dead End. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding

Visitors to Chilhowee Recreation Area are drawn to McKamy Lake for swimming, fishing picnicking, sunbathing and canoeing. The seven-acre lake was built in the late 1930s to early 1940s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Chilhowee Lake Trail skirts the banks of the lake and connects to picnic, bathhouse and campground facilities.

McKay Crossing Campground is located along Paulina Creek. Maximum site spur length is 26 feet.

The day use area provides access to the Applegate River, where people enjoy fishing, wading, and swimming. Much of the day-use area is flat and easily accessed, except for the steps down to the river. Situated along the rocky banks of the Applegate River, …

This 20-site campground rests in the shade of a towering grove of Douglas-fir and western red cedar along the banks of the McKenzie River and provides an ideal atmosphere for relaxation, fishing, and bird watching. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the McKenzie River as you watch boaters and rafters float by. Campsites are nicely spaced and all have riverfront access. Vault toilets and drinking water are…

This Day Use Area offers a chance to relax under towering Douglas-fir and western red cedar trees while listening to the rushing water of the McKenzie River. The site provides river access and includes a boat ramp.  It is adjacent to the McKenzie Bridge Campground.

This wooded trail travels from West Brush Creek up to the Powerline Road #414, following McKenzie Gulch with a moderate climb through aspen, mountain maple and wild rose. As the elevation rises the vegetation changes to aspen mixed with spruce and fir. The trail is faint in some areas but easily found again, be sure not to follow any cattle trails. There are a number of switchbacks to accommodate the rise in…

A portion of the byway travels through the McKenzie River Ranger District of the Willamette National Forest where you'll experience dramatic views of the snowcapped High Cascade Peaks. The panorama of lava fields and six Cascade peaks is made more striking by the contrast between the black lava and white snow. The mountains are mirrored in crystal-clear lakes, and the byway passes beautiful waterfalls, including…

The upper portion of the McKenzie River is popular for fishing, rafting, drift-boating, and kayaking. Fish in the river include bull trout, spring Chinook, rainbow trout and mountain whitefish. Watch for bald eagles, osprey, mergansers, dippers and a variety of ducks along the river corridor. View more Popular Lakes & Rivers…

This byway travels through a portion of the Willamette National Forest on State Highway 126 east of Eugene, It travels along the McKenzie River and connects to the existing West Cascades Scenic Byway. The landscape of this area was defined over the ages by actions of the McKenzie River, which created a travel route along its banks that has been in use for over 8000 years. First by the Molalla and Kalapuya tribes; in…

This trailhead provides access to McKenzie River National Recreation Trail #3507.

This trailhead provides access to McKenzie River National Recreation Trail #3507, Santiam Wagon Road #3413, and Clear Lake…

This trailhead provides access to: McKenzie River National Recreation Trail #3507 Tamolitch Falls (Blue Pool) See Trail pages for more information. This trailhead experiences heavy use, particularly during the spring/summer months. Please…

Located at the McKinley Grove of Giant Sequoias. Also, located in the Giant Sequoia Grove is a handicap accessible interpretive trail. Beautiful place to visit in the fall when the foliage of the dogwood trees turns red. Total Picnic Sites: 4 Max. Group Size 6 per site Stoves: Yes, grill

This well maintained 2.7 mile trail winds its way through mature spruce-hemlock forest and ends at the north end of McKinley Lake. Several bridges allow hikers easy crossing over small streams. This trail also provides access to two public use recreation cabins. McKinley Trail Cabin (100 yards beyond the trailhead sign) and McKinley Lake Cabin (at the end of the trail). A rough, unmaintained trail continues for 1/4…

McKinley Lake Cabin offers guests recreation, relaxation and a remote lodging experience in southeastern Alaska. Located on the northwest end of McKinley Lake in the Chugach National Forest, guests will find fishing, hiking, hunting and wildlife viewing all within the vicinity. Access to the cabin is by hiking, float plane or canoe. Visitors are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must…

This landing is located just off the road. A short access road takes visitors to the turn-around and launch area. Surrounded by mixed hardwoods, this popular site is located just after a bend in the river, before McKinley Bridge. Paddlers who choose to continue…