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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 10201 - 10230 of 17629

Mitchell Bay Shelter

12' x 10' 3-sided CCC Adirondack-style shelter with gravel floor

Mitchell Creek #1845

Mitchell Creek Trail is a steep single track that ascends through a narrow canyon, traversing rocky terrain and multiple creek crossings. As you gain elevation you are treated to breathtaking views of the surrounding topography, though the ascent is unrelenting. Vegetation along the trail includes gamble oaks, cottonwoods, willows, and aspens, with some spruce and fir at higher elevations. The trail is accessible…

Mitchell Creek Campground

This boat-in campground offers a picnic shelter and a dock with a 17 boat capacity. There are seven campsites (7 tables, and fire rings) available and two toilets. Lake Chelan Boat-in and Drive-to Campground Guide and Map Kayaking and Canoeing Lake Chelan

Mitchell Creek Loop ATV/ORV Route

The Mitchell Creek Loop ATV ORV Route begins at FS 8200 Grade Creek Road and ends at FS 8215 East Fork Mitchell Road. The route is on FS road 8200-112 and connects with FS road 8215 to make a loop. ATV/ORV use is allowed on the short section of FS 8200 that connects FS8215 with FS8200-112 to complete the loop.  Map of Route

Mitchell Creek Loop TH (winter)

The Mitchell Creek Loop Trails begin and end at US Hwy 24 - Tennessee Pass: The Mithcell Creek area offers two short 2.5 mile loops or the longer 7.5 mile Mitchell Creek Loop. This is mostly gentle terrain through lodgepole pine forest with a few climbs and descents mixed in. The Mitchell Creek Loop uses portions of the Colorado Trail, some winter-only trail, and short pieces of Forest roads, so make sure to bring a…

Mitchell Creek Picnic Site

Located on the northwest side of Brainard Lake, Mitchell Creek Picnic Site is set in the shade of the subalpine forest adjacent to Brainard Lake Road. One picnic site available with table, pedestal grill, metal fire ring and trash receptacle.

Mitchell Lake Trailhead

One of the most popular trailheads on the Boulder Ranger District, Mitchell Lake Trailhead is located at the west end of the Brainard Lake Recreation Area. Trailhead hosts are available to answer questions on summer weekends. This trailhead provides access to Mitchell Lake, Mount Audubon and Beaver Creek trail within the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Visitors that hike trails leading west from the Long Lake or Mitchell…

Mitchell Monument Documentary Site

Mitchell Monument, 30 minutes northeast of Bly, Oregon, is a unique historic place to visit because it is the only location in the continental United States where Americans were killed as the result of enemy action during World War II. On May 5, 1945, Archie Mitchell's pregnant wife and five children found and accidentally detonated a Japanese balloon bomb, killing them all. Mitchell was parking the car and was not…

Mitt Moody Campground

The Mitt Moody sites range from being tucked away in the hillside to one that overlooks a nearby stream. All items need to be packed in by foot via a short walking trail. Parking is limited to one vehicle per site.  The trailhead for the Pine Valley Canal Trail and the Santa Clara River Trail begins from this loop. The Mitt Moody loop offers a more secluded primitive camping experience compared to the other…

Mix Lake

Mix Lake is 25 surface acres in size, at an elevation of 10,000 feet. Fishing is for Brown, Rainbow, and Brook trout.

Mix Lake Campground

10,000-foot elevation. 22 campsites near Mix Lake. Convenient to the Conejos River, the San Juan Wilderness, Platoro Reservoir, and other nearby ponds and lakes. Numerous trailheads in the area. Mix Lake Campground is one mile west of Platoro in the Conejos River drainage. This is a good access point for the South San Juan Wilderness. Mix Lake, Platoro Reservoir, Conejos River, Lily Pond and Kerr Lake can all be…

Mix lake Observation

The Mix Lake observation site overlooks Mix Lake and the picnic site and afford a scenic vista of Platoro Reservoir and the surrounding mountains.

Mizpah Campground

A small rustic campground located along Highway 40 and West Clear Creek in a spruce-fir forest. Mizpah is a first-come, first-served campground. There are ten sites available; all sites are suitable for RV camping and tents. Facilities provided include restrooms and water. Each site contains a tent pad, fire grate, and picnic table. There are no electric/water/sewer site hook-ups at this campground.

Moab Ranger District and Office

The Manti-La Sal National Forest offers five Ranger Districts (RD) across the forest: Ferron/Price, Sanpete, Moab, Monticello, and the Supervisor's Office (SO). The Moab Ranger District Office is located in the heart of Moab, Utah and supports the Manti-La Sal National Forest's Moab Ranger District which is located East of Moab. This portion of the forest boasts access to the La Sal Mountains, world-class…

Moache Fishing Site

This day use site is just east of Twin Lakes with views of Twin Peaks, Hope Pass and Parry Peak and access to fishing on the upper Twin Lake. There is a short .4-mile trail to the Twin Lakes historical village and the Forest Service visitors center.

Moak Trailhead

Ishi Wilderness trailhead located along Ponderosa Way on the east side of the wilderness. 

Moat Mountain Mineral Site Trailhead

The Moat Mountain Mineral Site is located on the contact zone of two rock units:  the Conway granite and Moat volcanics.  The Moat volcanics are large deposits of volcanic debris that were ejected from the Earth by ancient volcanoes nearly 200 million years ago.  Conway granite crystalized from a magma beneath the Earth’s surface after the eruptions that formed the Moat volcanics.  As the magma…

Moccasin Creek River Access Boating Site

River access site located on the Wild and Scenic Middle Fork of the Flathead River. It is the most popular launch on the lower Middle Fork. There is no take-out.

Moccasin Gap

Rated one of the best horse trails in the state, it is a popular site for competitive rides. Situated in the heart of the forest, this trail consists of four loop trails, each converging into the other. The surrounding forest is a mix of hardwoods and pine with numerous streams and small waterfalls. Although the area is primarily developed as a horse trail, it is actually a multiple-use trail open to bikes and…

Moccasin Lake Boat Area

A concrete boat ramp provides access to the 243 acre Moccasin Lake. Moccasin Lake is along the Woodtick Trail in the Chippewa NF. Northern pike, and panfish such as bluegills and crappies are found in this lake.

Mocus Point Trailhead

Fourty-six miles northeast of Lowell, at milepost 143 along the Northwest Passage Scenic Byway and All American Road (US Highway 12), visitors can witness the magnificent Mocus Point suspension bridge leading into the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness across the Lochsa River. Spacious parking, hitchrails, stock ramps and a restroom provide for a comfortable unloading zone whether you are stopped for a break from your…

Modoc Volcanic National Scenic Byway

Incorporates parts of Highway 89 out of McCloud and Highway 49 northeast to Medicine Lake. There are two Recreation Opportunity Guides available on request for the Modoc Volcanic National Scenic Byway.  https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fsm9_008466.pdf

Moeller Creek FR#290 (via Fawn Creek FR #280)

The Moeller Creek Road travels through scattered stands of conifers, open parks and aspen.  Two short side roads diverge from the Moeller Creek Road.  The Log Springs Road begins roughly 2 miles up the Moeller Creek Road and heads southeast 1 mile to Log Springs.  Another mile up the Moeller Creek Road, the Pattison Park Road drops down a small drainage for 1 mile into Pattison Park.  Past the…

Mogollon Box Day Use Area

Day use area at the confluence of the Gila River and Mogollon Creek. The southern portion of the day use area, along the Gila River remains closed to all entry.

Mogollon Campground

Mogollon Campground sits just outside of the Woods Canyon Recreation Area and is only two miles from the lake. For those who like spectacular views, this campground is one of the closest to the Mogollon Rim.

Mogollon Rim Ranger District

At 506,840 acres, the Mogollon Rim Ranger District is a rugged escarpment that forms the southern limit of the Colorado Plateau. It extends across the entire forest and provides excellent views within Plateau Country and Desert Canyon Country as well. Dropping as much as 2,000 feet in some areas, the Rim provides some of the most far-reaching scenery in Arizona. Views stretch from its rocky precipice to Four Peaks…

Mogollon Rim Visitor Center

Perched on the edge of the Mogollon Rim, this visitor's center offers spectacular views of the forested mountains, lakes, and valleys to the south. Inside this diminutive log cabin, travelers are welcomed by a helpful, friendly staff as well as displays and information on topics of local interest. Open primarily during the summer season, visitors will find a responsive staff available to answer questions about…

Mogote - Juniper Group Camping Site

The group area campground, among Ponderosa, Aspen, Spruce, Cottonwoods and juniper trees, has a capacity of up to 100 people. It is a short walk to the fast-moving Conejos River. This is a pleasant and attractive campground that is excellent for large groups the area can accommodate several RV's as well as tents. Picnic tables are fairly well-shaded. This campground is by reservation only. Consider a day trip on the…

Mogote - Pinon Group Picnic Site

See Mogote - Juniper Group Site for RecArea description.