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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 10411 - 10440 of 17629

Mosquito Lks to PacificV/MCCT (PacificV Trailhead)

Mosquito Lakes to Pacific Valley Trail/MCCT (Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail) from Pacific Valley Trailhead Lat/Long: 38.505833, -119.901570 The Mosquito Lakes to Pacific Valley/ Mokelumne Coast to Crest Trail (MCCT) runs from the 

Mosquito Pass Auto Tour

Mosquito Pass Auto Tour is a 9 1/2-mile interpretive route north of Fairplay to the summit of Mosquito Pass on the way to Leadville. It is moderate to difficult, steep and very rocky, and a high-clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicle is recommended. Mosquito Pass is usually only open for six to eight weeks after the snow melts in July.

Mosquito Ridge Road

The recreation information for the Tahoe National Forest is primarily provided by travel corridor. The main travel corridors are: Interstate 80, Highway 49, Highway 20, Highway 89 (North and South), Foresthill Divide Road, Mosquito Ridge Road, Bowman Road, Marysville Road, and Gold Lakes Road. Mosquito Ridge RoadMosquito Ridge Road heads east from the town of Foresthill to French Meadows Reservoir. It is a twisty,…

Mosquito View Observation Site

A scenic overlook of Turquoise Lake along the north shore drive along County Road 9.

Moss Knob Shooting Range

The shooting range offers 100-yard range with four firing lanes or stations. Frame targets are set at 7, 25 and 100 yards.

Moss Lake

This is one of our backcountry sites which is a near-wilderness single party site and is accessible only by foot or boat. These sites are first-come, first-served. There is one site on this lake with a fire grate, a latrine and possibly a picnic table. A few reminders: hang food packs, put fires out each time you leave your campsite, treat or boil all water, wash yourself and dishes at least 150ft from any…

Moss Ledge Picnic Area

Reservations are not accepted for this picnic area.

Moss Meadows Horse Camp

Located 40 minutes south of Paisley, Oregon, this rustic horse camp affords pretty views of Steens Mountain and Mount Shasta. There is one vaulted toilet and four campsites, each with a picnic table and fire grate, and one hitching post. This is a good choice for a stop-over, as Moss Meadows has no corrals and no options for short trail rides. It’s about 20 miles from Moss Meadows to Currier Springs on the Fremont…

Moss Pass Trailhead

Provides access to: Fremont National Recreation Trail #160 - Middle Segment a portion of the Fremont National Recreation Trail #160. Located 50 minutes south of Paisley, Oregon, the Moss Pass trailhead is open to hikers, horseback riders, and mountain bikers.  At 6250 feet in elevation this trailhead affords pretty views of Steens Mountain and Mount Shasta. Amenities are limited but dispersed camping is…

Moss Springs Campground

Located above Cove, Oregon, the Moss Springs Campground lies on a ridgeline within view of the Eagle Cap Wilderness and is next to Moss Springs Trailhead. This popular campground was constructed to accommodate visitors with packstock,…

Moss Springs Trailhead

Moss Springs Trailhead is located near the Moss Springs Campground on the edge of the Eagle Cap Wilderness. provides access to Trail #1673, Trail #1919, Trail #1918, and Trail #1942. The trailhead is popular with stock users as it offers a…

Mother Lode Mine Trailhead

This trailhead is an access point for both Mother Lode Mine Trail (#808A) and also Independent Mine Trail (#808).   Each of these great historic sites helps to give insight and perspective into the history…

Moto

Moto is part of the Fort Valley Trail System. Located at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, the Fort Valley Trail System was designed primarily for connecting popular mountain biking trails. This system is a multi-use trail to be used by bicycles, hikers, horses and motorcycles. Several sections of the…

Motorcycle Loop OHV Trailhead

With twisting, winding narrow trails through longleaf pine and scrub forest, the Motorcycle Loop is a physical challenge and open to motorcycles only. Access this 14-mile system of stacked loops from the Motorcycle Loop Trailhead along FR 66 west of Lake Delancy, or from a number of connecting trails - the Hog Valley Trail, Tobacco Patch Trail, Longleaf Pine Trail and Pipeline Trail. The Ocala North OHV Trail…

Mottet Campground

Located just off the historic Kendall-Skyline Road, this high-level campground offers 6 campsites to choose from that are in close proximity to several wilderness trailheads.  Spend your days hiking in the beautiful and scenic Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness and your nights relaxing in this tranquil and secluded campground.  Mottet even offers clear, cold, and delicious drinking water, straight from a mountain…

Mount Alto Picnic Site

Adjacent to the historic Switzerland Trail railroad grade, Mount Alto Picnic Site was once a destination stop along the rails. At one time a fountain and Chautauqua Hall graced this site; only the chimney and foundation of the fountain remain.

Mount Antero (Fourteener)

Mount Antero is one of the Colorado Fourtneers with an elevation of  14,276ft. The peak was named for Chief Antero of the Uintah band of Ute tribe.  Mount Antero boasts the highest gem field in the lower 48. Many unpatented mining claims are scattered over the peak. Rockhounding, prospecting, and mining activities on these unpatented claims is illegal without a Notice of Intent or…

Mount Belford (Fourteener)

Rising from the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness at 14,197 feet, Mount Belford is the 19th highest peak in Colorado. Mount Belford is a favorite amongst hikers not only for its beauty, but also for its close proximity to two other Fourteeners, 

Mount Blue Sky Recreation Area & Scenic Byway

The Scenic Byway to Mount Blue Sky climbs over 7,000 feet in its 28-mile length, reaching an altitude of 14,130 feet. Idaho Springs serves as the starting point to the byway, which is the highest paved road in North America! This drive offers visitors scenic views of the Continental Divide, mountain goat and bighorn sheep herds, marmots, birds and alpine wildflowers, and the Rocky Mountain Bristlecone Pine trees.…

Mount Blue Sky Summit

Drive the highest paved road in North America. Whether it is for the views, wildlife or history, “The Top” offers something for everyone. To the east, look out at the plains of Colorado and the Denver area. To the west, take in views of the continental divide, including Grays and Torreys peaks, the only 14,000 foot mountains on the Continental Divide. Longs Peak in Rocky Mountain National Park is visible to the…

Mount Borah Area

This area has the Mount Borah Climbing Trail and Developed trailhead, the Earthquake Interpretive Site and the Leatherman Pass Trail.

Mount Columbia (Fourteener)

At 14,073 feet, Mount Columbia is the 35th highest peak in Colorado. It is located in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness. There is currently no standard route delineated for climbing Mount Columbia and climbers should avoid the loose scree slopes directly west of the peak. This area has seen many visitors and is severely eroded. Mount Columbia is a companion peak to Mount Harvard.

Mount Democrat (Fourteener)

***Please stay on Forest Service land and respect private property. A closure is in effect by private landowners, which includes the peaks of Mt. Democrat, Mt. Lincoln, and Mt. Bross.*** The two-mile trek to the summit of Mount Democrat (14,148 feet) begins at Kite Lake, fourteen miles northwest of Fairplay via the town of Alma and a rugged 4-wheel drive road. The trail is on private…

Mount Elbert (Fourteener)

Mount Elbert is Colorado's highest peak and the second highest peak in the lower 48 states with an elevation of 14,433 feet. There are two main routes to the summit, which are the South Mt. Elbert Trail and the North (Main) Mt. Elbert Trail, both being well trodden class one trails. These relatively easy paths to the summit are busy in the summer, attracting all types of hikers and climbers. The U.S.…

Mount Elbert Picnic Area

This is the only designated picnic area on Twin Lakes. Amenities include picnic tables, fire rings with grates and a vault restroom. There is a lovely view of the lakes with Twin Peaks, Mt. Hope and Mt. Quail rising up behind the lakes. This site provides easy access for fishing.

Mount Evans Wilderness

Mount Evans Wilderness was designated by the United States Congress in 1980 and spans 74,401 acres. Mount Evans Wilderness includes two 14,000-foot peaks (14,264' Mt. Blue Sky and 14,060' Mt. Bierstadt) and contains alpine tundra, bristlecone pines, bighorn sheep and mountain goats. Deer and elk inhabit the sub-alpine areas. Over 100 miles of trail provide access to the area.

Mount Evans Wilderness

The United States Congress designated the Mount Evans Wilderness in 1980, and it now has a total of 74,401 acres. Mount Evans Wilderness is located approximately 40 miles west of Denver, Colorado. The Mt. Evans Scenic Byway ascends a non-wilderness corridor into the center of the wilderness. The road, two 14,000 foot peaks (14,264' Mt. Evans and 14,060' Mt. Bierstadt) and the close proximity to Denver have…

Mount Flemer Cabin

Located within the Stikine-LeConte Wilderness, the Mount Flemer Cabin is a 16' x 16' A-frame cabin with sleeping loft and partially covered front porch. Amenities include 2 single bunks (1 w/ trundle), a wooden table and benches, and oil space heater. The heater requires #1 stove oil only, which is NOT provided. Bring stove oil, bedding, cook stove, lanterns and utensils. Wilderness restrictions apply.

Mount Harvard (Fourteener)

At 14,420 feet, Mount Harvard is the third highest peak in Colorado and one of the many peaks in the Collegiate Peaks Wilderness. A companion peak to Mount Columbia, Mount Harvard is accessible from North Cottonwood Trail, Pine Creek Trail, Frenchman Creek Trail, 3 Elk Creek Trail or Harvard Lakes Trailheads. The most popular of these is North Cottonwood Trail/Horn Fork Basin Route, which is 6.5 miles long with a 4,…