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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 9901 - 9930 of 17629

Mesa Top #714

The Mesa Top Trail #714 travels through groves of aspen, spruce/fir and open meadows.  After about a mile it reaches the southern edge of the Grand Mesa where it continues southwest along the rim for approximately 4 miles where it intersects the Indian Point Trail #715 and the Flowing Park Trail #714.1A.  The trail winds its way along the top of the County Line rim overlooking Island Lake and the Granby’s…

Mescal Picnic Site

Elevation: 6,100-feet. Amenities: 8 Picnic sites- picnic tables, BBQ pedestal grills. Vault toilets, Trash receptacles. No piped water available. Seasonal stream water (treat before using). However, water flow may be low or non-existent due to reduced rainfall. Please bring enough water for cooking, cleaning and drinking. Waterplay: Fishing nearby at Jackson Lake. Winterplay: The nearby slopes…

Mesquite Campground

  Mesquite Campground provides privacy and shade. Here you can relax under the shaded canopies of mesquite trees while listening to the sounds of water flowing from the Verde River just a short distance from your site. Designated camp sites have fire rings, grills and picnic…

Messenger Flats Campground

This campground is hike-in only, 10 miles from Mill Creek. Campsites are first come-first served. No reserving or holding of campsites allowed. Restrooms are available at this site. There is no water available. Please bring enough water for cooking, cleaning, drinking, and extinguishing campfires.

Messenger Gulch Picnic Area

Messenger Gulch Picnic Area is one of the four picnic areas in Eleven Mile Canyon. Each site is equipped with a grill and picnic table.

Mestaa’ėhehe Mountain Fire Lookout

The Forest Service's Fire Lookout on Mestaa’ėhehe Mountain (pronounced mess-taw-HAY) is available for rent year-round. The site is located directly off of Colorado Highway 103 west of Bergen Park and sits at the summit of Mestaa’ėhehe Mountain, which also is an active communication tower site in Clear Creek County. In addition to being an active communication site, the Mestaa’ėhehe Mountain area is a popular…

Meta Lake Interpretive Site

This site provides access to the short, paved Meta Lake Trail #210 that leads to a clear blue lake teeming with life. During July you may see swarms of squirming tadpoles along the lakeshore on their journey to adulthood. Please note: This site is inaccessible much of the year due to weather conditions.

Metate Trailhead

Provides access to trails in the Granite Mountain Wilderness, as well as trails in the Granite Basin Recreation Area.   Granite Basin Recreation Area Brochure  (1.54 MB) View photos on Flickr   Note: This site closes following…

Methodist Creek River Access

Access to the South Fork of the Salmon River at Methodist Bridge.

Methow Valley Ranger District

With its big valleys, open wildspaces, high ridges and beautiful rivers, the Methow Valley Ranger District's 1.3 million acres extends from near the town of Twisp Washington to the crest of the Cascade Mountains in the Pasayten Wilderness.  Alpine lakes are a hideaway for anglers while diverse wilderness awaits explorers of all types.  There are bassalt formations for rock climbers and winter sports…

Metolius River

This roadside route begins where glass-clear water surges from the dry ground at Metolius Spring, and continues north to Bridge 99. Special places along the way include the Camp Sherman Fish Viewing Platform, Metolius Research Natural Area, and Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery (phone 541-595-6611). A coalition of government agencies, private utilities,…

Mex-i-mine Falls

Meximinee Falls is a beautiful waterfalls that has easy access.  This Waterfalls was the location for the print "Spirit of the Ottawa".  The trail is a short, fairly easy trail that follows the river for a good view of the falls. Total length round trip is approximately 1/4 mile. The trail is found at Burned Dam Campgrounds, approximately 7 miles northwest of Watersmeet.

Mexican Canyon Trestle Vista US82

This vista, located just NW of the Village of Cloudcroft, offers a majestic view of the 1899 railroad trestle called the Mexican Canyon Trestle via US82.

Meyers Camp Dispersed Campsites

Campsites are in an old-growth setting.  All trails in this area are open to motorcycles.  Facilities 2 campsites with picnic tables, and fire pits No drinking water Vault toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out

Meyers Chuck Trailhead

The Meyers Chuck trail is 1.0 miles long. The trail is not routinely maintained by the Forest Service and may be difficult to navigate.

Meyers Creek Area

Meyers Creek is located in the northwest corner of the Beartooth Ranger District and borders the Yellowstone Ranger District. To see a road map of the area, please see our Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM). To see a trail map, click on the individual trails. To see a road map of the Meyers Creek area, please see our Motor Vehicle Use Map (MVUM…

Meyers Creek Cabin

Meyers Creek Cabin is located in the western part of the Beartooth Ranger District. Meyers Creek Cabin is an historic ranger station which has been used by the Forest Service since 1906. From that time until the mid-1960's the cabin was the headquarters for the Stillwater District. The cabin continues to be used today by the Forest Service, though it is available for rent each summer in the months of May, June, and…

MF Weiser River/Council Mt, Council RD

The Middle Fork Weiser River/Council Mountain Area is on the Council Ranger District.  The Middle Fork of the Weiser River is accessed on County Road 186 approximately 5 miles south of Council.  The road travels through private lands, then becomes Forest Service Road #186 once entering Forest lands. Council Mountain can be accessed approximately 3 miles south of Council of County Road 199.…

Mi Wok Ranger District Campgrounds

Large motor homes and trailers cannot be accommodated in some campgrounds, and electric and sewer hookups are not available.

Mi Wok Ranger District Day Use

Welcome to the Mi Wok Ranger District, which encompasses the lower Highway 108 corridor on the Stanislaus National Forest. For the most current information please call the Mi Wok Ranger District at (209) 586-3234, or stop by the office on Highway 108.

Mi Wok Ranger District OHV

OHV Areas on the Mi Wok Ranger District. 

Mi Wok Ranger Station

Mi-Wok Ranger District Office

Miami Bar Boating Site

This site provides a mild-sloped, unpaved boat launch area for the Illinois River. Parking accommodates multiple vehicles and boat trailers. Facilities No drinking water x toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out

Miami Creek OHV Area

Bass Lake Ranger District  contains several roads and trails for OHV usage.

Michigan Creek Campground

Michigan Creek Campground is four miles northwest of Jefferson off CR 35 and CR 54. It has 12 campsites with a maximum trailer length of 25 feet. The elevation is 10,100 feet. Facilities include toilets, tables and fire rings. There is no trash or water service at this campground. Dates are weather dependent. All services may not be available early or late in the season.

Michigan River Winter Parking Area

Snowmobile unloading for riding in the Gould area.