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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 10501 - 10530 of 17629

Mountain Pond Shelter

The Mountain Pond shelter is a small shelter that sleeps 4-6 people. It can be reached by a one mile hike from the Slippery Brook Road with longer hiking potential along the Mountain Pond Loop which circumnavigates the entire Mountain Pond. Loons can often be seen on the pond during the summer.

Mountain Pond Trailhead

In winter this road is only plowed to 3.5 miles; beyond this point it is used as a snowmobile trail. This loop is 2.7 miles in total. There is a shelter with an outhouse on this trail, reached at 1 mile in a clockwise approach.

Mountain Road #40

This road is closed to wheeled traffic from Dec. 1 thru March 31 each year.  This is the time that it is a designated snow mobile trail and is groomed on a regular basis.  This trail begins at the forest boundary on Mountain Road #40 and ends at Mount Misery. The groomed section along Mountain Road #40 is well maintained for snowmobiles, cross-country skiers, and other snow enthusiasts. The trail…

Mountain View Campground

This campground is located on the east side of Little Redfish Lake. There are six campsites which are all first-come, first-serve. Enjoy fishing, canoeing, kayaking, swimming and camping alongside Little Redfish Lake. Several trailheads are in the surrounding area including Alpine Way and Redfish which lead into the Sawtooth Wilderness, and Boundary Creek trail which leads into the White Clouds Wilderness.…

Mountain View Campground

Mountain View Campground is located just east of Lowman, Idaho, along Highway 21 at an elevation of 3,900 feet. Visitors enjoy rafting, kayaking and fishing on the South Fork Payette River, and soaking in the area's many hot springs pools.  Natural Features: Towering Ponderosa pines cover the campground, offering partial shade in most sites. Summer wildflowers dot the landscape. Deer and elk may be seen…

Mountain View Fishing Site

Mountain View Fishing Site is located on the Northeast shore of Twin Lakes. It offers access for fishing, SUP boarding and kayaks and has a great view of the lakes.

Mountain Waters Scenic Byway

The Mountain Waters Scenic Byway is a 61.3-mile drive that winds through the Nantahala National Forest's two river gorges, hardwood forests and countryside. Traveling from Highlands to Almond, the byway follows U.S. 64, old U.S. 64, SR 1310 (Wayah Road), and U.S. 19/74. Attractions you can expect to find along the route include: Cullasaja Gorge, Bridal Veil Falls, Dry Falls, Cliffside Lake, Van Hook Glade, Wayah…

Mountainair RD

The Mountainair Ranger District is located southeast of Albuquerque, New Mexico. The District is comprised of two divisions: The Gallinas and the Manzanos. The District has many recreational opportunities, including camping, hiking, picnicking. It also is home to the Manzano Wilderness Area.

Mountaintown Overlook

Photography. Observation site has a 2 car parking area

Mouth of Laurel Boat Ramp

The Mouth of Laurel Boat Ramp is located at the confluence of Laurel River and Lake Cumberland. Lake Cumberland is located in Wayne, Russell, Pulaski, Clinton, McCreary, Laurel and Whitley counties in Kentucky on the Cumberland River. The dam site is at river mile 460.9 or about 10 miles southwest of Jamestown, Kentucky. The Wolf Creek…

Mouth of the Salmon River Access

This access is located in Somes Bar, approximately a half-mile down Ishi Pishi Road on both sides of the bridge over the Klamath River. On the east end of the bridge, there is a foot trail down to the confluence where the Salmon River meets the Klamath River. This is a very popular fishing spot for Salmon and Steelhead. (Check the Fish & Wildlife regulations for this area) On the west end of the…

Mowe Lake Campsites

There are two primitive campsites located on the 25 acre Mowe Lake. The access road is narrow, but capable of handling moderate sized vehicles and trailers. No water is provided at this site, but there is a primitive toilet. Neither site on Mowe Lake has a good swimming area. There is an unimproved access located across from site #2. It has a sand base and is recommended for small boats and trailers only. Mowe Lake…

Mowich Loop Picnic Area

Located in an open meadow along the Elkhorn Scenic Byway, this small picnic area is popular for travelers needing a 'stretch and walk around' stop on their journey. From the parking area visitors can read about local song birds, bald eagles and ospreys that are often seen around Phillips Lake. They can also enjoy a picnic…

Mt Annie / Sutton Meadows Staging Area

This is a small turn around staging area. Designed for pick up and drop offs only. Winter Wildlife closure areas are found in this area. These are not open to snowmobiles.

Mt Cabot Cabin

Located on the Killkenny Ridge Trail. Nearby site of former fire tower provides scenic views of the Mahoosuc Range to the east and the Kilkenny Range to the north. 

Mt Carrigan Observation Site

Mt. Carrigain Fire Tower, located on the edge of the Pemigewasset Wilderness, is a large open platform with railing with some of the best views on the Forest. It is a 5 mile hike up the Signal Ridge Trail to the tower, slightly longer if you approach through the Wilderness Area and up Desolation trail. There is a small dispersed camping area just below the fire tower, requiring leave no trace camping skills.

Mt Cilley Trailhead

This is an interior forest road and snowmobile trail connected to the Elbow Pond Road in Woodstock, NH. 

Mt Edgecumbe Midway Shelter

three sided Adirondack shelter with wood stove and ply wood bunks about 4 miles up trail on left.

Mt Hebo Horse Trailhead

This trailhead provides access to the Pioneer-Indian Trail. It is designed for use by visitors using horse trailers.

Mt Lassen Assemblies of God

Organization Camp under Special Use Authorization

Mt Lemmon Climbing Areas

Mount Lemmon, with an elevation of 9,157 feet above sea level, offers some of the best climbing in Arizona. More than 3,000 climbing routes can be found on the mountain, making it one of the most popular and densely developed climbing areas in the state.  Many crags worth climbing are located between 2,500 feet and 9,000 feet elevation providing year-round climbing opportunities.

Mt Lemmon Day Use Area

Mt Lemmon Day Use Area is near the summit of Mt. Lemmon in a mixed conifer forest.  The site offers shady picnic sites, mountaintop views, and access to hiking trails. 

Mt Meader Trailhead

There is limited roadside parking for this trail. This trail accesses West Royce and Rim Junction.

Mt Tecumseh Trailhead

The trail ascends Mt. Tecumseh, with good limited views from the summit at 2.5 mils. The trail then descends to connect with the Tripoli Road at 5.6 miles.

Mt. Adams area

Mt. Adams area is administered by the Mt Adams Ranger District. This area is located in the eastern portions of Gifford Pinchot National Forest in southwest Washington, and comprises 367,000 acres. This area includes Mt. Adams Wilderness, Indian Heaven…

Mt. Adams Summit

At an elevation of 12,276 feet, Mt. Adams is the second highest peak in Washington; however, with an 18-mile wide diameter it is the largest volcano by bulk in the state. It supports over 10 active glaciers that provide water to the forests, streams, and meadows below. These glaciers, along with adjoining ridges and permanent snow fields, sport many climbing routes of varying difficulty to the summit. All…

Mt. Ashland Campground

Mt. Ashland campground offers higher elevation (6,000 ft.) camping with great views and access to the nearby Pacific Crest Trail. Located along the Siskiyou Crest near the Mt. Ashland ski area, the crest is known for wildflowers, butterflies and bird watching opportunities.  The campground has vault toilets, but no potable water, and no garbage service.  Please "pack it out".

Mt. Ashland Ski Area

Mt. Ashland Ski Area is located at the highest point in the Siskiyou Mountain Range. The Ski Area offers skiing andsnowboarding on 240 acres, with 4 chair lifts and 44 runs! They have a full rental shop (which offers ski and snowboard rentals and tuning), retail shop, and ski school. The historic lodge also features a full service cafe and bar. The average snowfall is more…

Mt. Bachelor

Located roughly 21 miles to the west of Bend, Mt. Bachelor offers downhill skiing, snowboarding and tubing.