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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 9841 - 9870 of 17629

Meadows Group Campground

Southwest of Denver at an elevation of 7,400 feet, Meadows Group Campground offers a wonderful opportunity for groups to enjoy the great outdoors. In the Buffalo Creek Recreation Area there are multiuse, nonmotorized trails nearby. Fishing in also possible in the area. The campground is located behind a closed USFS gate. A valid reservation is needed to access the campground.  The host is…

Meadows Guard Station

Historic Meadows Guard Station is located 29 miles from the north end of the Greys River Road. The capacity is 6 people on 3 bunk beds and there are propane lights, a propane cook-top and a propane refrigerator. During the summer there is a toilet and shower available indoors, but during the winter the toilet facilities are outdoors. Wood is provided for winter heat in the wood-stove. A popular trailhead takes off…

Meadows Information Kiosk Trailhead

Meadows Information Kiosk and Picnic Area   Distance 4.6 - 12 miles depending on trail connection Pets Allowed Yes Fees Adventure Pass Required Hike/Ride Time 3 hours to full day Difficulty Easy to Moderate - dependent on trail connection Best Seasons Year round Location Off Sunrise Hwy at…

Meadows MCCCT

This trail system connects to the Mack Lake Trail System. As riders travel through the forest they will see a wide variety of scenery. The trail ranges from 0 - 10% grade, with some short stretches of 30%. Confidence markers are orange triangles. This trail is shown on the Huron-Manistee National Forests Motor Vehicle Use Map, available in the Maps and Publications section. A map is also located on the MI-DNRE…

Meadows ORV Campground

Meadows Campground is a small, 16 single site area primarily used by OHV riders and is first-come, first-served. The sites accomodate trailers/RV's up to 25 feet in length. The campground has drinking water and a trailhead for the Meadows Trail.

Meadows ORV Complex

This trail system connects to the Mack Lake Trail System and was developed for vehicles 50 in. or less. As riders travel through the forest they will see a wide variety of scenery types. The trail ranges anywhere from 0 to 10% grades with some short stretches of 30%. Confidence markers are orange triangles. This trail is shown on the Huron-Manistee National Forests Motor Vehicle Use Map, available in the Maps and…

Meadowview Campground

  Meadowview Campground is situated in the Pinecrest Basin approximately one mile from the Pinecrest Lake Day Use Area and ½ mile off of Highway 108 and the Summit Ranger Station. Campers are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis. It has 100 camping sites, each of which has a metal stove/ fire pit and a table. Roads and parking areas, which vary in length, are paved. Water hydrants are located to…

Meander Lake

Meander Lake is a remote, clear lake with 2 backcountry campsites. The picnic area and barrier-free fishing pier are located on the southern shore of the lake. Downloadable information and map

Medano Lake Trailhead - Trail # 887

The road to the trail is very difficult and should only be attempted by four wheel drive vehicles or hiking. You must access the area through the Great Sand Dunes National Park and obtain a permit at the visitor center, call 719-378-6399 for details. Medano Lake Trail begins just below Medano Pass. Starting in a stand of spruce-fir, the trail rises moderately as it follows Medano Creek to Medano Lake. A short hike…

Medford - Park Falls District

The Medford - Park Falls Ranger District offers a variety of different activities to those seeking recreational opportunities. With many campgrounds, lakes, rivers, and hiking trails to choose from.

Medicine Lake

Medicine Lake is a small lake located 350 yards off Pack Creek-La Sal Pass Road #073 on Medicine Lake Road #238.  Occasionally during the wet seasons, there is a second small lake here.  The Department of Wildlife Resources of Utah (DWR) stocks this reservoir with Rainbow Trout.

Medicine Lake Recreation Area

The popular Medicine Lake Recreation Area and adjacent Medicine Lake are located in the Medicine Lake Highlands in northeastern California. The Recreation Area is located in the Modoc National Forest at an elevation of 6,770 feet. See also Little Medicine Lake Picnic Area Natural Features: Medicine…

Medicine Lodge Lake Campground

Medicine Lodge Lake Campground is open to self-supported camping as long as weather permits after season closures (no trash collection, water, or cleaning). It is located in a remote setting on the shores of Upper Medicine Lodge Lake off the Paintrock Road 17. Nearby trailheads offer access to the Cloud Peak Wilderness.

Medicine Point Lookout

Medicine Point Lookout is a historic L4 lookout located on Medicine Point, west of Sula, MT. This lookout has been restored to reflect a lookout of the 1940's. It is poised between the east and west forks of the Bitterroot River and offers beautiful views of the Bitterroot Mountains as well as a vista of the southern Bitterroot Valley. On clear nights the lights of Hamilton, MT can be seen. The lookout is one room…

Medicine Rock

Medicine Rock is a large boulder that lies just below the south facing ridge above Soda Springs Reservoir. There are two crack climbs on either side of the rock. The most popular of these is Crazy Crack (5.10c, approximately 80 feet in height). Gear Full rack with smaller placements on the bottom half and larger placements on the upper half. Things to consider: There are no seasonal restrictions at Medicine Rock.…

Medicine Wheel Passage Recreation Region

Travelers along U.S. Highway 14A, the Medicine Wheel Passage Scenic Byway will encounter high elevation plains and deep canyon country up close.  The area is characterized by amazing fishing opportunities, spectacular waterfalls, and unique cultural sites. From high mountain plains to deep canyon waterfalls, the Medicine Wheel Passage Recreation Region has a lot to offer to visitors.

Meeker Area

This includes areas south and east of Meeker, outside of the Flat Tops Wilderness.

Meeker Park Overflow Campground

There are 29 first-come, first-served campsites that allow tents, campers, trailers, and RVs. Sites are best for tent camping due to unpaved roads, steep hills and short pull-ins. Picnic tables, fire rings, and portable toilets are provided.  There is no drinking water, electricity, hook-ups, dump stations, or showers. All campsites with a tent pad have a bear locker. Although not a full-service campground,…

Meeker Park Picnic Site

Meeker Park Picnic Site offers eight sites with a large parking area, picnic tables, grills and vault toilets.

Meeker Ranch

A Historic Place Volunteers and Forest Service employees are working to save an important piece of local history. Meeker Ranch, constructed in 1887, is located in a quiet green valley surrounded by pines near Custer, SD and was acquired by the Forest Service in 2004. In 2008, Artist Jon Crane piqued the interest of the public to raise funds to preserve the ranch by hosting a “Plein Air” paint out. Artists from…

Meeks Bay Campground

Meeks Bay Campground is located on National Forest lands on the west shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe and is operated under a special use permit by the Washoe Tribe of Nevada and California. Desolation Wilderness is nearby and easily accessed for excellent day hiking and backpacking. Iron fire rings are available at all sites and campers should…

Meeks Bay Picnic Area

Meeks Bay Picnic Area is located on National Forest lands off Highway 89 on the west shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe and offers a spectacular lakeside picnic area with easy access to the lake for kayaking and swimming. Campfires (wood, charcoal or any other solid fuels) are not permitted. Portable propane stoves with on/off valves or switches are allowed with a …

Meeks Bay Resort

Meeks Bay Resort is located on the west shore of beautiful Lake Tahoe approximately 10 miles south of Tahoe City and eight miles north of Emerald Bay. The resort is located on National Forest lands and is operated under a special use permit by the Washoe Tribe of California and Nevada. Whether you elect to play in the sun, enjoy water sports,…

Meeks Bay Trailhead

Meeks Bay Trailhead is located on the western shore of Lake Tahoe. 

Meeks Cabin

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

Meeks Cabin Campground

Popular recreation activities within 5 miles of the campground include fishing and mountain biking.  This campground is located outside the Mirror Lake Area.

Meeteetse

Meeteetse, Wyoming is located about 30 miles south of Cody on State Highway 120. The Greybull Ranger District is accessed from Meeteetse, using State Highway 290 along the beautiful Wood River. The ghost town of Kirwin on the Shoshone National Forest is a two-hour drive on the Wood River Road (the last few miles are rough - 4-wheel drive recommended). Meeteetse is a small town with wooden boardwalks, hitching rails…

Megan TR 709

Megan Trail is 1.7 miles in length. It is blazed with Magenta blazes. It is rated as Easy.

Meiss Country

Meiss Country is a primitive, roadless area located on National Forest lands south of the Lake Tahoe Basin and offers a complete wilderness-like experience with beautiful forest meadows, picturesque mountain lakes, and wonderful scenic vistas. From the City of South Lake Tahoe, take Highway 89 south approximately 10 miles to the trailhead. Trailheads are accessible from Luther Pass (Highway 89) on the northern…

Meissner Sno-Park/Trailhead

Formerly known as the Tangent area, the sno-park was renamed in memory Virginia Meissner, who taught cross-country skiing in Central Oregon for many years. She also wrote several books on hiking and skiing in the Cascades. This sno-park is one of the most popular winter recreation sites in Central Oregon. Summer usage is light with road access to many popular bike trails. There are restroom facilities…