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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 11041 - 11070 of 17629

North River Campground

This open area campground was originally constructed as a CCC camp. Evidence of the original sites and logging trails still remain today. North River Gorge is a popular hiking, biking, and fishing area with a swinging bridge spanning the North River. Close proximity to Wild Oak National Recreation Trail, Stanton Dam Day Use Area and Elkhorn Lake provide multiple recreational options that are easily accessible within…

North River Campground

Want a family oriented setting just off the beaten path? This quiet campground offers 11 campsites with a picnic table, fire ring, and lantern post. Sites 5 and 6 are side-by-side, making it ideal for two groups to be together.

North River Checking Station

The North River Checking Station offers the only potable water along the Tellico River Corridor. Sanitary station is also available at this site.

North River Ranger District

Recreational opportunities in the North River Ranger District.

North Rock Creek #46

The Rock Creek Trail leads you into the Eagles Nest Wilderness where you can enjoy a beautiful meadow with views of the Gore Range. Approximately 1.5 miles past the Gore Range Trail intersection the Alfred M. Bailey Bird Nesting Area may be seen on the left side of the trail. Designated as a high diversity bird area by the Denver Field Ornithologists, the bird nesting area features a variety of habitats used by…

North Routt County Area

This area is located in northwest Colorado, just south of the Colorado/Wyoming border and the Sierra Madre Range. It is a part of Routt National Forest, surrounds Pearl Lake and Steamboat Lake State Parks, and runs parallel to the Continental Divide. Popular recreation locations include Big Red Park, Crane Park, Elkhorn Mountain, Hahns Peak, Hinman Park, and Seedhouse, just to name a few.…

North Salt Creek Trailhead

North Salt Creek Trailhead provides access to Buffalo Peaks Wilderness on Salt Creek Trail after skirting the southwestern boundary. Going northeast on Salt Creek Trail also skirts the outside boundary of the wilderness area, so mountain biking is authorized here.…

North Shore (Alturas) Campground

The North Shore campground is composed of 10 single-sites and 4 double-sites on beautiful Alturas lake and is situated in a mixed conifer setting. All sites are first-come, first-serve. Spend sunny summer days fishing for trout, waterskiing, sailing, motorized boating, swimming, and picnicking by the lake. Cabin Creek trail head to the north or Alturas Lake Creek trail head to the west provide hiking trails into the…

North Shore Campground

The North Shore Campground is located about 4 miles north of Trout Creek off Hwy 200 on North Shore Road. The campground has 16 (3 pull thru's) sites including one host site, with tables and fire rings and able to accommodate up to a 40' rv.  Campground roads and campsite parking spurs are paved. Amenities include a campground host, potable water, vault toilets and a fully developed…

North Shore Family Campground

North Shore Family campground is within a mixed oak and conifer forest. It is located 23 miles northeast of San Bernardino in the San Bernardino National Forest, 3 miles from Lake Arrowhead Village. There are 28 camping sites. There are 6 first come/first serve sites and 22 reservable sites. Amenities include 1 campfire ring, picnic table, flush toilets, and firewood available for sale. A campground host is on…

North Shore Picnic & Beach Area - Day Use Location

The picnic area is located at the north end of Redfish lake to the east of Redfish Lodge. Equestrian stables and boat rentals can be found at Redfish Lake Lodge. Enjoy beautiful Redfish lake and the surrounding area by hiking, canoeing, kayaking, fishing or doing some photography. The Redfish Lake Visitor Center offers informational and interpretive programs. This is a terrific area for celebrations, special events…

North Shore Primitive Campground and Day Use Area

Visitors to the north shore camp area should expect a more primitive atmosphere than the south shore facilities. There is no easy turn-around for large vehicles. The camp sites include a fire ring, lantern post, and picnic table. There are no restroom or trash receptacles at this North Shore location. There are a number of picnic tables near the South Shore boat launch that do include a restroom and trash…

North Shore Scenic Drive

Running for a total of 154 miles between Duluth and the Canadian border, Highway 61 is a spectacular stretch of road skirting Lake Superior.  Immortalized in song by Bob Dylan, Highway 61 earns its national designation as an All American Road.  You'll see birch and pine forests, lighthouses, rocky cliffs, and of course the world's largest lake.  Watch also for bald eagles and wolves - but really watch…

North Shore Trailhead

From Hill City go west on Deerfield Road approximately 22 miles to northwest side of lake, turn right or south on Forest Road 461, travel to end of road.

North Skyline Drive State Scenic Backway

North Skyline Drive, a gravel road, climbs to the Wasatch Plateau from US-6 and undulates south for 27 miles to SR-31. This section is located in the Spanish Fork - Scofield Recreation Area on the Ferron/Price Ranger District in the Manti-La Sal National Forest. This backway provides scenic views into Lake Fork and Fish Creek drainages and access to prime fall hunting areas. It is a groomed snowmobile trail in…

North Skyline Winter Staging Snowpark

The North Skyline Winter Staging Snowpark is located in the Spanish Fork - Scofield Recration Area on the Ferron/Price Ranger District of the Manti-La Sal National Forest. This staging area can be used by those snowboarding in the Fairview Snowboarding area as well as for snowmobiles at the head of Fairview Canyon as it provides access to North Skyline and Fish Creek motorized winter sports area. For…

North Skyline/Fishcreek Trailhead

The North Skyline/Fishcreek Trailhead is located in the Spanish Fork - Scofield Recration Area on the Ferron/Price Ranger District of the Manti-La Sal National Forest. For a description of this site, please contact the Price Ranger District: 435-636-3500.

North Star Campground

Located at 46891 State Highway 38 Marcell, MN, four miles from Marcell or 25 miles from Grand Rapids. Thirty-eight campsites are located within easy walking distance of the sandy swimming beach. The lake has many sheltered bays and inlets to provide quiet water for ideal fishing.

North Star Lake Boat Area

A concrete boat ramp provides access to the 1,059-acre North Star Lake.  North Star is west of Minnesota State Highway 38. Northern pike, bass and panfish are found in this lake.

North Summit #369

This 5 mile Trail travels north using switchbacks to ascend up to the ridgeline towards Clark Ridge. From the open ridgeline the trail travels to Whistler Pass with great scenic viewing opportunities throughout the whole trail journey. Most people stop here at the top of Tiffany Mountain, 7,700 ft.. Wildflowers are prolific in late summer into fall. The trail is rated as more difficult. No reliable water is…

North Summit Horse Camp

Stock camping only. 12 campsites. One picnic site. Vault toilets. No drinking water. Water for stock now available. No garbage service -- pack it in, pack it out.

North Summit Sno-Park

North Summit Sno-Park  See MAP

North Supply Trailhead

North Supply Trailhead provides access to several trails in Never Summer Wilderness Area and Bowen Gulch Protection Area.

North Sylamore Creek

4/7/25: Section between Blanchard Springs and Gunner Pool closed due to tornado damage. The trail follows along the North Sylamore Creek, a federally designated scenic river, from which it is named. Hikers will encounter a wide variety of forested landscapes ranging from lower streamside elevations to high ridges. Main points of interest include Slick Rock Hollow, numerous scenic overlooks, and beautiful open fields…

North Tenmile TH #37

This is a great trail that is easily accessible from the town of Frisco. The beginning of the trail climbs between Chief Mountain and Wichita Mountain as it continues up the Tenmile drainage. You will travel near the creek and open meadows before entering the Eagles Nest Wilderness Area. There are signs of previous beaver activity along sections of the trail. This is a great hike since you can just go a short…

North Timp Snowmobile Route #152

The route to Timp and North Timp Viewpoints is a beautiful drive through a ponderosa pine forest. Both points offer a panoramic view of the Grand Canyon and its tributary canyons. Timp Point is the only known, easily accessible point on the Kaibab Plateau where it is possible,with binoculars, to see Thunder River as it emerges from the north wall of Tapeats Canyon. Cool, summer camping is available here with an…

North Tollgate

Hking, biking, equestrian and OHV Trail

North Tongue Campground

North Tongue Campground is gated after season closures.  It is located on the North Fork of the Tongue River about one mile north of Burgess Junction off Dayton Gulch/Burgess Road 15. It is an excellent camping spot for fishing enthusiasts.

North Twin Boating Site

The lake was formed about 20,000 years ago when rising magma-encountered groundwater resulted in violent steam explosions. The resulting explosions formed a broad shallow crater, which later filled with water. This site has a primitive boat launch and parking area. This is a non-motorized lake.