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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 13621 - 13650 of 17629

Schoolhouse Picnic Area

Located just below Bonito Lake between Forest Road 107 and the Bonito River. This day-use picnic area rests under the tall Ponderosa Pines and offers a lovely spot for a lunch. Restrooms available.

Schoolhouse Ridge FSR 4068

A 4 mile gated road, suitable for horseback riding.

Schroeder Trailhead

Access the Schroeder Trailhead from Rapid City. Drive 3 miles west of Rapid City on Nemo Road to Schroeder Road, turn west (left) and proceed through residential area for about 2 miles. The trailhead will be on the left as you approach the Forest boundary.

Schulman Grove

The Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Visitor Center is at Schulman Grove with a picnic area and three self-guided trails to explore. The trails begin and end at the visitor center parking area and have interpretive signs and rest benches. Discovery Trail: One mile loop. Features Ancient Bristlecone Pines, interpretive signs, and rest benches along the trail. Methuselah Trail: A 4.5 mile …

Schultz Pass Road Scenic Drive

Here's a scenic drive that offers many of the same attractions as longer drives farther out of town. Shultz Pass once served as a short cut from settlements in the eastern part of the Flagstaff area to downtown. Today, it plays an important role as the quickest route to escape the hustle and bustle of the city for the peace and quiet of the national forest. This drive provides easy access to great views of the San…

Schultz Tank

Schultz Tank is a man-made pond nestled between the San Francisco Peaks and Dry Lake Hills at Schultz Pass. Two earthen dams create a pair of reservoirs along the drainage. The smaller upper tank is often dry. The larger lower tank may vary throughout the season, filling to overflowing after heavy winters, and rarely completely empty in dry years.  The tank is a haven for wildlife. A few ducks will…

Schultz Tank

Schultz Tank is part of the Schultz Tank Trail System. The Schultz Tank system is located on the north side of Dry Lake Hills and on the southern flanks of the San Francisco Peaks. The area is bisected by the FR 420/Schultz Pass Road and can also be accessed from the FR 556/Little Elden Springs Road. The trails that…

Schumaker Campground

Schumaker Campground sits on the edge of Twin Lakes near the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness. It features one host site, 16 campsites, two vault toilets and two handicap accessible sites. It is located near the Twin Lakes Trailhead. There are no motorized boats allowed on Twin Lakes. The road is narrow, rough, and fairly steep in some places. Please call the Darby Ranger Station for more information about road…

Schweitzer Ski Route

This route is recommended for intermediate to advanced skiers. Follow Schweitzer Creek Road 4020 for 2.3 miles. At the junction with Forest Service road 4021, just past Schweitzer Creek, bear left and continue on road 4020 toward Boardman and Evan lakes. Lake Evan is only 100 yards along the trail and provides a peaceful wooded lake setting. Elevation gain is 1,200 – 2,800 feet. Allow six to eight hours for the nine…

Science and Learning Center at Coldwater

This facility is located at milepost 43 on State Highway 504, approximately 10 miles west of Johnston Ridge Observatory. The Coldwater…

Scioto Range

Cleanup and repair work is completed.  A tremendous amount of trash and debris was left at the range and there was considerable damage to the facility. Scioto Shooting Range is located a short distance off TN 107.  Shooting targets are available for target practice at 25, 50, 100, and 150 yards. Users need to supply their own paper targets and mounting clips.

Scodie Mountains

The Scodie Mountains area located east of the Piute Mountains and Kelso Valley. The northern boundary is at Highway 178 ar Walker Pass. The Pacific Crest Trail goes through this section of mountains.

Scorup Cabin Site

Scorup Cabin is a historic site located in the Dark Canyon Wilderness. It was originally the campsite for the cowhands who worked for the Scorups and the Somervilles, ranching families that settled in the area in the late 1800s. An oil company cabin was moved there by J.A. Scorup in the 1930s from Rig Canyon and used until the 1970s as a summer cow camp before being returned to the…

Scotia Canyon #127

This canyon got its name from the fact that two brothers from Nova Scotia once owned a ranch here. Since the head of Scotia Canyon is one of the lowest places in the Huachuca Range, it has served as a traditional travelway for as long as humans, or other animals for…

Scotland #752

The Scotland Trail #752 ascends through a series of spruce/fir stands and meadows.  The climb is not gradual, but  steep through patches of forest and then benches out into open meadows.  Highway 65 can be seen at times while traveling on the first half of the trail. Geo-Ref Trail Map  …

Scott Creek Boat Ramp

Bring your boat out to Scott Creek Boat Ramp and enjoy a relaxing day out on Cave Run Lake on Cumberland District. Here, you can go muskie fishing while enjoying beautiful views of the mountains.…

Scott Creek Campground

Scott Creek Campground is located 50 minutes southwest of Chemult, Oregon. This site lies off the beaten path and is an ideal camping destination if you want to relax in a serene and remote setting. A mix of conifers like lodgepole, ponderosa pines, and white firs shade the six campsites. You’ll find each site with a picnic table and fire ring. There is one vault toilet and an information board. …

Scott Creek Marina

Scott Creek Marina is a full-service facility that provides a restaurant, groceries, fuel and other provisions for Cave Run Lake boaters. Boat rentals include houseboats, fishing boats, pontoons and paddleboats.  The marina is privately operated under a special-use permit with the Forest Service.…

Scott Flat Campground

Campground offers 10 campsites that can accommodate up to a 20 foot trailer. Access to facility is unpaved and there is no water system. The trailhead for the South Fork National Recreation Trail is located at this facility. Swimming, fishing, hiking on the South Fork Trinity River National Recreation Trail.

Scott Lake

Species present: Rainbow and Brook  Trout Seasons: Open all year. Bag limit: 5 per day, 10 in possession. Date of usual ice out: July 1 (6,200' elevation) Access roads: This lake is located in Section 27, T39N, R5W. Access it via the South Fork Road (Road 26) from the W.A. Barr Road. About 6 miles up Road 26, at the wooden bridge, take road 40N43 to the left across the wooden bridge, go about 500' and turn…

Scott Lake Campground

This hidden treasure is a photographer's paradise. The high elevation, primitive campground sits on picturesque and pristine Scott Lake. On clear days, catch stunning views of the snowcapped volcanic peaks of the Three Sisters as they cast their reflection on the serene lake. Be prepared for heavy mosquitoes in July and August. A forest of subalpine fir, mountain hemlock, and bear grass surround the lake.  The…

Scott Lookout Tower

The Scott Lookout Tower, renovated in 2011, provides a superb view of the forest and grasslands. 

Scott Mountain Campground

Scott Mountain campground offers 7 campsites and can accommodate up to a 15 foot trailer. There is no piped water.

Scott Mountain Trailhead

Trailhead is at Scott Mountain Summit where the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail crosses Highway 3, southeast of Callahan.  The PCT passes through the Scott Mountain Botanical Area at this point.

Scott National Wild & Scenic River

The Scott River was designated a Scenic River within the National Wild & Scenic River System in 1981.

Scott Pass Trailhead

From the Scott Pass Trailhead, the 3.4-mile Scott Pass Trail #4068 travels west to tiny South Matthieu Lake where it joins the Pacific Crest Trail #…

Scott Reservoir

Day-use only, no camping. Situated near Scott Reservoir, area has only modest developments, but is very popular throughout the summer.

Scott Trailhead

This trailhead provides access to: Scott Trail #3531 Obsidian Tie Trail Obsidian Trail #3528 Pacific Crest Trail #2000 See trail pages for more information.

Scott's Ridge Boat Ramp: (936) 344-6205

Scott's Ridge day use area is located on the west edge of Lake Conroe approximately 2 miles North of FM 1097 on Forest Service Road 212. Facilities include public boat ramp on Lake Conroe, an adjacent parking area that will accommodate most boat trailers and vehicles and 1 vault toilet.