The lake was formed about 20,000 years ago when rising magma-encountered groundwater resulting in violent steam explosions. The resulting explosions formed a broad shallow crater, which later filled with water. North Twin has 112 surface acres, average depth of 40’, and a maximum depth of 60 feet. The pine forests that ring North Twin are open at the beach and boat ramp on the north shore. The lake harbors healthy…

Located next to North Twin Lake, this site offers opportunities for fishing  There is also a little beach at the shallow end of the lake for wading and swimming. There's an interpretive trail leaving the campground near the water that informs visitors about "dwarf mistletoe" infecting the ponderosa pine trees in the area. For a map of the campground please check here.

The North Twin Campground will remain closed for the 2019 camping season. This closure only impacts the campground the boat landing remains open. Eastwood, Picnic Point,…

Generally open May to October, as weather and conditions allow.  Provides a loop opportunity to the South Twin River Trail. Access/entry point to the Arc Dome Wilderness. 

The trail parallels the Little River before climbing steeply to intersect at the summit of North Twin with North Twin spur at 4.3 miles.

Generally open May to October, as weather and conditions allow.  Provides a loop opportunity to the South Twin River Trail. Access/entry point to the Arc Dome Wilderness. 

Located in the heart of the forest and centered around the beautiful North Umpqua River, North Umpqua Ranger District offers up a cornucopia of recreational activities: fishing, rock climbing, mountain biking, horse riding, nature viewing, OHV trail riding, hiking, and boating. We know—it’s exciting.

The North Umpqua River is a good choice for native steelhead, rainbow, and cutthroat trout. Hiking in the area varies in difficulty with elevation ranging from 1,150 to 6,200 feet.  There are various campgrounds in the area, some with barrier free access.

The 33.8-mile Wild and Scenic section of the North Umpqua River offers exciting white water boating. Permits are not required for non-commercial private boats. Commercial outfitters are available for hire. A 5-mile section upstream of Bogus Creek Campground is closed to boating between July 15 and October 31 to minimize conflicts with anglers. Also, between July 1 and the end of October, boating is restricted before…

The North Vail Trail trail begins at Vail's North Frontage Road at exit 176 off of I-70 and ends at the west end of North Frontage Road near exit 173 off of I-70. This trail has numerous trailheads and access points including Trapper's Run, Buffehr Creek, Red Sandstone Road, and Middle Creek trailheads, as it parallels the I-70 corridor through Vail, CO. This trail can be broken into four shorter sections.…

This is a small high elevation campground surrounded by lodgepole pine near Van Houten Lake. This campsite is equipped with ADA-accessible toilets, a boat launch area, and fishing access. The campground has 7 units. The maximum recommended trailer length for the area is 20 feet. There is not water available and garbage services are not available, so please pack it in, pack it out.

North Waldo Boat Launch and Day-Use Picnic area are located adjacent to the North Waldo Campground, the most popular of the Waldo Lake campgrounds. Expect mosquitoes between June and August. The boat launch is somewhat deeper than the others on the lake, accommodating larger sailboats. North Waldo is also a popular starting…

North Waldo is the most popular of the Waldo Lake campgrounds. There are 58 sites with fire rings and tables. There is a sanitation station near the campground. The drier environment supports fewer mosquitoes, but they are still plentiful in season so come prepared. The boat launch is somewhat deeper than the others on the lake, which is more accommodating for sailboats. Waldo Lake is one of the largest natural…

At an elevation of 6,300 feet, the North Warner Viewpoint, looks south over Crooked Creek Valley. This scenic overlook, located 50 minutes from Lakeview, Oregon, is undeveloped, but what it lacks in amenities it makes up with unforgettable vistas and a peaceful place for a picnic. Facilities include one picnic table and two benches. Alert: There is no potable water. Visitors need to bring an adequate supply of water.

The reservoir covers an area on the Deschutes River which was known as the Wickiups. It was a camping area for Native Americans during the fall. Wickiup Dam was started in 1939, and was completed in 1949. Wickiup Reservoir is very rich, highly productive, relatively warm water and cooler deep channels generate some of the finest fishing in Central Oregon. There are two paved boat ramps and parking lots for trailers…

The North Wrangell High Country Shelter on Wrangell Island is a 3-sided shelter accessible by hiking the North Wrangell Trail. Located at the highest point along the trail, the site provides excellent views of the mainland and surrounding islands. .

The North Wrangell Pond Shelter on Wrangell Island is a 3-sided shelter accessible via a 0.4 mile spur off the North Wrangell Trail.

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The Northern Hills Ranger District covers the northern portion of the Black Hills on the South Dakota side. Spearfish has nearby access to over 300 miles of snowmobile trails, groomed and ungroomed cross-country ski trails, a 100 mile long hiking trail (Centennial Trail) and many other trails, a 110 mile long biking, hiking and horseback trail (Mickelson Trail), and 2 downhill ski areas (ski areas are near…

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, each have a fire grate, a latrine and may have a picnic table. A few reminders: Hang food packs, put your fire out each time you leave your campsite, treat or boil all water, wash yourself and dishes at least 150ft from…

CAUTION: There are bears in the area. Please keep all foods, soaps, and garbage properly stored. 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 31 miles north on Ice House Road (Forest Road 3), take the Loon Lake fork.

This is a trailhead for Multiple Use Trail.

Bearlodge Ranger District (Northwestern Hills) encompasses the northern portion of the Black Hills on the Wyoming side.In the immediate vicinity is trout fishing, access to over 300 miles of snowmobile trails, hunting, hiking and camping. Forest Service campgrounds near Sundance are Cook Lake, Reuter, and Sundance Trailhead.

This park was the site of a reservoir, before Condit Dam's removal from the White Salmon River in 2011. Today, it is a small park owned and managed by Pacific Power that provides a key take-out locations for boaters on the Lower White Salmon River Wild & Scenic River.

CAUTION: There are bears in the area. Please keep all foods, soaps, and garbage properly stored in bear boxes. Location: 23 miles east of Placerville on Highway 50 and 11 miles north on Ice House Road (Forest Road 3),then east (right) on Forest Road 32.

Located in the Rock Creek drainage, this campground is adjacent to Rock Creek, situated amongst ponderosa pine and Douglas-fir trees. This area is known for its blue ribbon trout stream and rugged canyon environment.

This trailhead provides access to the Norton Lakes, a pair of remote alpine lakes. Take a hike to the lakes, about 2.5 miles up Norton-Miner Canyon Tr. No. 135, or ride Norton Creek-Prarie Creek Tr. No. 134, open to singletrack motor vehicles from May 1 - Nov. 30. A vault toilet is scheduled to be installed in summer 2024, as well as a new bridge and information kiosk. 

The Norway Beach Boat ramp is located in the Norway Beach Recreation Area, four miles east of Cass Lake on Highway 2. It is a double cement ramp with a dock giving visitors access to Cass Lake.

The Norway Beach Campground located at 15899 Norway Beach RD SW Cass Lake, MN, is part of the Norway Beach Recreation Area. Located right on the waters of Cass Lake, this campground offers interpretive trails, sandy beaches, a paved biking trail, boat ramps, a reservable picnic shelter and the Norway Beach Visitor Center. It is all nestled among red and white pines. There are  showers.  There is NO dump…

The Norway Beach Picnic Shelter is nestled in the middle of the Norway Beach Recreation Area. The shelter provides a wonderful area for large group gatherings. There are grills, water and electrical outlets. The Picnic Shelter can be reserved through the Reservation System.