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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 13651 - 13680 of 17629

Scott's Ridge Swim Site: (936) 344-6205

Scotts 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. Next to the Scott's Ridge boat launch area is a day use area with a swimming beach and picnic sites. There are 3 picnic shelters with grills.

Scotts Campground

Located to the north of Big Summit Prairie and to the south of Bridge Creek Wilderness, Scotts Campground is a great hub for your forest adventure. Conveniently located at the junction of Forest Service Road 22, Forest Service Road 3010, and Forest Service Road 2630, this campground provides easy access to many kinds of recreational activities.

Scotty Creek Trailhead

*** Scotty Creek Trail is temporarily CLOSED during trail rehabilitation. It will reopen to the public as soon as trail work is complete*** This trailhead is the southern access point for Scotty Creek Trail (#838), which travels north for 4.2 miles and terminates at…

Scout

This body of water is part of the Duchesne drainage.

Scout Lake Campground

Scout Lake Campground is located adjacent to Scout Lake Day Use Area. Please be aware, if you plan on camping with a dog, DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED at the Scout Lake Day Use Area adjacent to the campground. Scout Lake is one of the few recreation sites on the Deschutes National Forest where dogs are not allowed. The two…

Scout Lake Day Use Area

This is a popular, heavily-used site that is located at Scout Lake, south of Suttle Lake. There is a beach for swimming and several picnic tables around the lake.  PLEASE NOTE: Scout Lake is one of the few recreation sites on the Forest where DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED because of safety and sanitary issues. The two primary reasons that dogs are not allowed in the swimming area are…

Scout Mountain Campground

Scout Mountain Campground is located on beautiful Scout Mountain at an elevation of 6,900 feet, just 13 miles south of Pocatello, Idaho. Scout Mountain is part of the Mink Creek area, a popular place for birding and wildlife viewing. Visitors enjoy exploring a variety of local multi-use trails. The road to the campground is paved and has a few switchbacks; RVs should have no trouble accessing the facility There are…

Scout Mountain Picnic Area

Day use only. Has adjacent trailhead for hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking.

Scout Mountain Warming Shelter Snowpark

Scout Mountain Warming Shelter Snowpark

Scow

This body of water is part of the Bear drainage.

Scraggy View Picnic Area

On the South Platte River at an elevation of 6,296 feet, Scraggy View Picnic Area is approximately 1 1/2 hours drive southwest of Denver on Jefferson County Route 126. There are five (5) picnic sites. No campfires; pedestal grills available.

Scull Shoals Historic Site

Explore over 10,000 years of history from early Native Americans to DeSoto (1540s) to Georgia's first paper mill in 1811. Take a gentle hike along the historic ruins of the old Scull Shoals Village on the banks of the Oconee River.

Scurvy Mountain Lookout

Sixty-one miles northeast of Pierce, Idaho, a basic platform tower was built atop this mountain peak in 1917 with the addition of living quarters in the 1920s, and was refurbished in 1952. The Forest Service continued to use the lookout on emergency basis into the 1970s. The Scurvy Lookout is equipped with a woodstove, kerosene lantern, and accomodations for two. It is currently being considered for future use as a…

SE Flat Tops Area

The SE Flat Tops Area is north of Dotsero and I-70, and is primarily accessed by Forest Service Roads heading northwest off of the Colorado River Road between Dotsero and Burns. This area is part of the Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District.

Sea Level Mine Buoy Day Use Area

This buoy is available on a first come; first serve basis and is intended for use by small and medium watercraft. The buoy is located in 30-80 feet of water and has a 7/8 inch chain. Look for a white buoy with blue reflective tape.

Seafoam, Marsh Cr., Langer & Soldier Area (MF3)

This area encompasses trails, trailheads, camping and other recreation sites that are generally accessed from the Seafoam area on the Middle Fork Ranger District. The Seafoam “bubble” is non-wilderness and contains the Josephus Campground and trailhead for the Soldier Lakes area. Be aware of the Wilderness boundaries.

Seal Point Day Use Area

The site includes a boat launch accessible only at high tides, and cleared parking areas that are used for picnicking.

Seal Rock Campground

This popular campground with its beautiful views of Hood Canal and the mountains to the southeast is located directly on Hood Canal. Seal Rock Campground is one of the few national forest campgrounds located on salt water with harvestable oysters for public use. 41 tent/RV sites are spaced among the trees with several along the waterfront. There are 3 paved accessible units and facilities that accommodate…

Search Bay

Search no more for your perfect, off-the-beaten-track campsite and swimming hole. At Search Bay you will be surrounded by: Aspen groves Cedar swamps Meadows and ponds Deer Bald eagles Loons How to Get to Search Bay? A single-track dirt road, (Forest Road 3436) starts from Michigan Highway 134 (M-134) and meanders through aspen groves, cedar swamps, meadows and ponds to an unimproved camping area along the edge of…

Sears Kay

Sears Kay Ruin offers the visitor a glimpse of a distinctive lifestyle that existed long before Columbus. Self-guided 1-mile loop trail will take you through Hohokom Ruins. The site of Sears Kay Ruin was first occupied about 1500 AD. Point of Interest along the Great Western Trail. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Seaton Creek Campground

Seaton Creek Campground is adjacent to Seaton Creek at the upper end of the backwater of Hodenpyl Dam Pond on the Manistee River. The forest surrounding the campground is mostly pine and the sites are rustic. Kayakers may access the campground by traveling up the very shallow Seaton Creek, however canoeing is not recommended.  There is a connector trail to the Manistee River Trail from this site. The North…

Seattle Bar Day Use

Seattle Bar is primarily a trailhead and horse staging area for the nearby Applegate Lake trail system and the Stein Butte / Elliott Creek Ridge OHV trail system. Easy access to Applegate Lake activities and ample picnic opportunities are also available.  Facilities 5 picnic sites No fire pit No drinking water Vault toilet Garbage disposal during operating season

Secesh Campground

Forested four-unit campground at 4,250' in a beautiful setting along the banks of the Secesh River. All five sites includes a picnic table and fire ring. Hitching rails are available for stock use.  All sites are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. There are no hookups or trash receptacles. Please pack out your trash.  Designated parking for the Secesh River Trail #080…

Secesh River Trailhead

Located adjacent to the Secesh Campground on Lick Creek Road.

Secesh/Warren/Elk Summit Area, McCall RD

The Secesh, Warren and Elk Summit areas cover a large area on the McCall Ranger District that is accessible by automobiles.  This recreation area begins along Warren Wagon Road at the Burgdorf Junction, then follows the Elk Creek Road once over Warren Summit.  The recreation information for this large area is broken into three segments:  Secesh Meadows to Steamboat Summit, Steamboat Summit to Warren…

Second Creek Trailhead

The Second Creek Trailhead is located just north of Berthoud Pass and provides access to the Vasquez Wilderness. The Second Creek Trail (#137) is a 2-mile (one-way) trail that begins at the Second Creek Trailhead and enters the forest. About a mile in, hikers will reach the Broome Hut. Just past the Broome Hut, the trail enters the Vasquez Peak Wilderness and begins to climb into alpine. The trail eventually meets…

Second Dam Picnic Area

Toilets are closed and there are currently no services available. This day use area is in Logan Canyon Scenic Byway. Site Details and Accessible Features

Second Water Trailhead

For a description of this site, please contact the Price Ranger District: 435-636-3500.

Secret

Secret is part of the Fort Valley Trail System and Schultz Tank Trail System. Located at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, the Fort Valley Trail System was designed primarily for connecting…

Secret

Secret is part of the Fort Valley Trail System and Schultz Tank Trail System. Located at the base of the San Francisco Peaks, the Fort Valley Trail System was designed primarily for connecting…