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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 9781 - 9810 of 17629

McKinley Rock

Approximately 350 feet in height, McKinley Rock has a broad open face with a dome-like appearance. There are nine established routes on McKinley ranging from 5.7 to 5.10d. Two of the most popular routes are HangTen (5.10a) and Testosterone Monkey (5.10a). McKinley Rock sits at the top of the Steamboat Creek watershed on the North Umpqua Ranger District. Access to the base of the rock requires a one mile hike in on…

McKinley Trailhead

McKinley Trailhead is located approximately 13 miles from the junction of Figueroa Mtn Road and Happy Canyon/Sunset Valley Road.  In order to reach the trailhead, one must hike to the trailhead for 13 miles past the locked gate. From the trailhead one can access Big Cone Spruce Campsite and continue to the Manzana Trail in the San Rafael Wilderness.

McKinney/Rubicon Trailhead

The McKinney-Rubicon Trailhead is approximately one mile west from the Tahoma neighborhood entrance on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe. Trailer parking and pit toilets are available at the trailhead parking area. Follow posted signs to the trailhead. Users of the Rubicon Trail should always be respectful of neighborhood residents; dimming lights, minimizing noise, obeying posted speed limits, packing out garbage and…

McKnight #79 Trailhead

Trailhead for accessing the Black Range Crest Trail #79.

McKnight Cabin #92 Trailhead

Trailhead for accessing the lower end of the McKnight Cabin Trail #92.

McMenemy

This trail connects the San Ysidro and Cold Springs Trails. Mostly chaparral, with a eucalyptus grove near the San Ysidro Creek crossing. Nice views at the higher portions of the trail.

McMillan Campground

McMillan Campground is a great place for either a picnic or overnight camping. McMillan Campground is in a riparian area surrounded by tall conifers. Since it is a small area it makes it more private for either a picnic or for camping. Cherry Creek runs in front of the campground and when it carries water makes a great splashing place for kids. This campground is cool in the summer time and very scenic in the fall.…

McMurry Meadows

  This road starts West of Big Pine and goes past volcanic landscape (Crater Mountain) and meadows , quite an easy drive to the meadows, past McMurry Meadows the road gets very difficult. Good route for a day trip and picnic.

McNabb Group Camp

Located in heart of the North River, McNabb has long been used as a hub for fishermen, hunters, family reunions and a host of other activities. Groups from 10 to 60 people can reserve this campground that offers grills, picnic tables, portable toilets for a period of time during the recreation season and, most importantly, privacy. If hunting, fishing, swimming, hiking, sightseeing, or relaxing are what you are…

McNeil Campground

McNeil Campground lies along the Wild and Scenic Sandy River. While the campground does not have drinking water, it has all the other camping amenities in a mixed lodgepole forest in an old Mt. Hood mud flow where moss carpets the ground. It is close to many hiking trails including Ramona Falls. Located on the Wild and Scenic Sandy River.…

McPhee Boating Site

The McPhee Recreation Complex is on the south shore of McPhee Reservoir. McPhee Boat Ramp is open mid-April through October. There is mandatory mussel inspections on site. The McPhee Recreation Complex includes full service marina and the McPhee Campground.  Two non-developed…

McPhee Campground

McPhee Reservoir, the largest in the San Juan National Forest and second largest in Colorado, has 50 miles of shoreline in piñon, juniper, and sagebrush country. The McPhee Campground is on a mesa 500 feet above the reservoir, with road access to the McPhee Boat Launch area. The McPhee Campground has 71 campsites on 2 loops with paved access. There are 50 reservable campsites, 24 sites with electric hookups,…

McPheters

This body of water is part of the Bear drainage.

McQuade Creek Trailhead

This is the trailhead for McQuade Creek Trail #3397 See trail page for more information.

McWilliams Campground

Near the Lee Canyon Ski Area. Entire campground is generally open May to October as weather and conditions allow.  Sites 1-14 are available all year.  For more information on winter operations, visit: https://www.leecanyonlv.com  

Meacham Divide/Mt. Emily Sno-Park

Located in northeast Oregon at an elevation of 4200’ this is Oregon’s second largest Nordic area.  The trail system is over 20 km long and is comprised of eight trails, starting with the Loppet Trail, which has the Roller Coaster, Kansas, Butcher, Tillicum, and Quarry Loops branching from it.  Loppet Trail starts at the parking area and ends at Loppet Point (11 km round trip).  The first 2.5…

Mead Explorer Base Camp

Mead, with its year-round parking, serves as a launch pad for several trailheads including the Wentworth Trail up Mt. Israel, the Bear Camp River Trail, and the hike to Cow Cave and Beede Falls. Many birding, tracking, nature and historic walks begin at Mead. 

Meadow #53 Trailhead

Trailhead for Meadow Trail #53.  Also referred to as Horse Camp Trailhead.

Meadow Brook Snowmobile & Biking Trailhead

There is a plowed area in which a truck and trailer can turn around but parking is along the road. 

Meadow Camp Campground

Located approximately 10 miles west of Quincy, off of Forest Service Rd 24N29, it is one of the few campgrounds on the Mt. Hough Ranger District that allows OHV trail access directly from the campground. Meadow Camp Campground has streamside campsites with terrific views of both Spanish Peak and Meadow Valley.  It has both RV and tent camping and boasts 6 sites for equestrian use.  …

Meadow Creek #125

The first 0.8 miles of this 1.5 mile trail are barrier-free. Trail activities include wildlife viewing, and fishing. Meadow Creek Trail links to a 0.8 mile side trail to a replica of a homestead cabin, and to the Lakeshore Trail, a scenic 1.5 loop around Big Meadow Lake.

Meadow Creek / Summit Trailhead

The Meadow Creek / Summit Trailhead has no amenities.  It serves Meadow Creek (#073), Summit (#088) and Thunder Mountain (#297) trails. 

Meadow Creek Cabin

The cabin sits in a steep-sided canyon along Meadow Creek, a major tributary of the Selway River. It is a 15-mile hike or horseback ride on Trail # 726. The rustic cabin has 6 beds with mattresses, a living room with wood heat, and kitchen facilities with a wood cook stove. A propane refrigerator, stove and lights are provided. There are no modern bathroom facilities or electricity. An outhouse is located near the…

Meadow Creek Campground

Meadow Creek Campground features 22 camp units, potable water, vault toilets, and access to the scenic Moyie River.

Meadow Creek Campground

Meadow Creek Campground is located along the South Fork of the Clearwater River. The campground has 3 units with picnic tables and toilets.

Meadow Creek Campground

Located along the Chiwawa River, 6 miles from Fish Lake, this campground offers river access.

Meadow Creek TH #1891

The Meadow Creek trail begins at Lower Piney River Trail #1885 and ends at Soda Lakes Trail #1889: There are several loops to be made by combining this trail with others in this area of the Eagles Nest Wilderness. Map and compass is highly recommended if doing so, however.

Meadow Creek TH #33

This trail enters the Eagles Nest Wilderness and eventually takes you up into the high alpine terrain of Eccles Pass. The beginning of the trail climbs steeply as it passes through aspen stands. Great views of Dillon Reservoir and the Upper Blue Valley can be seen from occasional clearings along the Meadow Creek Trail. As you approach timberline, the trail opens up in a large meadow providing beautiful views of the…

Meadow Creek Trailhead

Provides access to:  Meadow Creek Trail #1044 which accesses Rogue-Umpqua Divide Wilderness. Facilities No picnic table No fire pit No drinking water No toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out