The Appalachian Trail begins, or ends, depending upon one’s point of view, at Springer Mountain, located in North Georgia's Fannin County . In 1958, the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail was moved from Mount Oglethorpe approximately 14 miles (23 km) to the northeast to Springer Mountain due to increased development around Mount Oglethorpe. At the peak of Springer Mountain is a bronze plaque with the…

Springerville Ranger District *NOTICE* Many trails and dispersed camping areas across the Springerville Ranger District were affected by the Wallow Fire in June 2011. Most areas are currently open to public use and entry, HOWEVER - Many trails and dispersed areas may not be maintained for hazards associated with the fire.  Please keep in mind that any area affected by the wildfire can be prone to hazards such…

Between Corral Creek and Goldledge Campground. This is a dispersed camping site. No water is available. Portable toilets and trash bins available in the summer months. Dispersed Camping, Rules, Regulations, and Tips

Trailhead for the off-road motorcycle trail system in the Apalachicola National Forest.

6 campsites with Adirondack shelters provide access to Apache Kid Wilderness and San Mateo Peak Lookout by hiking or horseback.

This is a small fishing access with a short path to the 60-acre Sprinkler Lake. 

Forest Trail #221.1A (Spruce Trail) is 1.2 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail #221 (Nate Trail) and ends at Forest Road #858 (Owl Creek - Cimarron Road). Forest Trail #221.1A is open for hiking & horseback riding.

Spruce Campground, located on Cebolla Creek, lies between the Powderhorn and La Garita Wilderness areas. This area is popular with hikers, backpackers and anglers. Several miles of trail exist in both wilderness areas.

This trail offers a variety of scenery as it climbs through lodgepole, spruce and fir forests and eventually to Lower Mohawk Lake which is nestled against the mountain walls. Beyond this lake the trail continues a short distance to Upper Mohawk Lake where you can enjoy views of Mt. Helen and the rugged southern section of the Tenmile Range. Please stay on the established trail above treeline, the alpine tundra is…

Salmon Creek Trail to San Carpoforo Camp

Located within the Continental Divide National Monument, Spruce Creek Road is an unpaved dirt and rock road, recommended 4WD, and parallels the Mohawk Lakes trail through a stand of trees. The road ends at the Mayflower Lakes TH, which cuts off a good part of the Spruce Creek/Mohawk Lakes trail for folks who don't want to hike the whole Spruce Creek/Mohawk Lakes trail. This road also offers access to the Burro…

To get to the Spruce Creek Trail, follow the Woody Creek Trail for 1 3/4 miles to the junction with the trail. Just past the Spruce Creek crossing, take the left fork (the right fork continues on the Woody Creek Trail). In approximately 1/4 of a mile the trail crosses the creek and remains on the west side of the creek until reaching Sawmill Park. The creek crossing can be extremely dangerous early in the summer.…

Spruce Group Campground is a developed campground within the Lake Isabel Recreation Area. Lake Isabel offers opportunities for non-motorized boating and fishing. St. Charles Creek is close to the campground and is open for fishing. The campground is also close to motorized and non-motorized trails including Cisneros Trail #1314,…

DAY USE ONLY -- NO CAMPING -- Due to hazard trees 2 sites along the Entiat River at 2,900 feet elevation.  Trailers not recommended. 34  miles up the Entiat River Road from Highway 97A.  Vault toilet. No amenities. Bring drinking water, toilet paper and pack out all garbage.

Spruce Grove Campground is 13 miles north of Lake George on CR 77.  It has 27 campsites with parking spurs 18-36 campsites and a maximum trailer length of 35 feet.  Elevation is 8,600 feet. Facilities include toilets, table, water, and fire rings. This campground has great access to the nearby Lost Creek Wilderness. Dates are weather dependent. All services may not be available early or late…

Spruce Grove Campground elevation is 9,900 ft. There are 16 campsites. The campground is a large loop in a thick grove of spruce trees. Most sites are pull-through that can accommodate large RVs. Max spur length - 48 ft. A convenient day trip is to Lands End Observatory, south of the campground on Forest Road #100. A nearby lodge offers a cook's night out.  Mosquitoes are plentiful and repellent is…

The Spruce Knob Area offers hikers a vast backcountry to explore. Nearly 60 miles of trails wind through stands of red spruce, open meadows and along fast-flowing mountain streams. Beautiful northern hardwood forests of maple, beech, birch, cherry and other trees cover most of the area creating a brilliant display of fall color. This area provides cool shade in the summer with many opportunities to see spring and…

At 4,863 feet above sea level, Spruce Knob is West Virginia's highest peak. This area offers backpacking and day hiking opportunities for the visitors looking to get a splendid view of the gorgeous natural scenery surrounding the area. From this rugged alpine peak, you can view grassy openings and pastures or look down on forested ridges as far as the eye can see. The vegetation here has adapted to a harsh…

Spruce Knob Lake Campground is located west of Spruce Knob, the highest point in West Virginia. Also close by is Spruce Knob - Seneca Creek Backcountry, which holds 60 miles of trails ready to be explored. For individuals looking for group camping located close by is Gatewood…

Live a bit of history and enjoy incredible views of southeastern Wyoming including Medicine Bow Peak, Rob Roy Reservoir, Jelm Mountain, and the southern end of the Snowy Range. Formerly used to detect fires, the tower rises 55 feet above a forested mountaintop in the Medicine Bow mountain range. The tower was renovated and opened to the public for overnight rental in 1997. The rental fee is $40 per night and is…

Note: This site is located behind a gate which is locked when the fire tower is not staffed.  If you plan to drive to Spruce Mountain Picnic site, call ahead to make sure the gate is open: 928-443-8000. At 7,700-feet in elevation, Spruce Mountain Picnic site is the highest recreation site on the Prescott National Forest, and is home to the Spruce Mountain fire look-out tower which is staffed seasonally.…

Spruce Picnic Area is located along East Rifle Creek and is accessible via Forest Road-832. The Picnic Area has multiple creekside picnic tables that each have standing grills. Other amenities include fire pits, a volleyball net, and an open grass field. Picnic tables are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. This is a day use area only; no camping is allowed. There is parking for approximately 15 cars and a…

Spruce Tree Campground features 9 camp units, potable water, and vault toilets. Please observe the Pack it In Pack it Out refuse policy. Attractions include fishing in wild trout waters, beginning of wild portion of St. Joe Wild and Scenic River, St. Joe River Trail #48.

Spruces Campground on the shores of Navajo Lake, provides a spectacular setting for boating, canoeing, camping, fishing, wildlife viewing, and photography. Take advantage of several outstanding hiking and biking trails or just relax and enjoy the cool, crisp mountain air.  The popular Virgin Rim River Trail is located just .5 miles from the campground.…

Redman Campground set among a forest of shady spruce and pine trees is located in scenic Big Cottonwood Canyon at an elevation of 8,300 feet. Salt Lake City is conveniently close. Visitors enjoy hiking, biking and fishing. Dogs, horses, and other domestic animals are prohibited in protected watersheds because their waste can end up in the drinking water, so pets are not allowed in Big Cottonwood Canyon and…

Spud Pass Trail #824 begins at an intersection about a mile up the Raggeds Trail #820 from the Raggeds Trailhead and ends at Deep Creek Lake. The first mile is outside the Raggeds Wilderness, where it works its way through aspen forest and parks for about 2 miles before beginning a steep switchback climb. The climb is very steep…

Spur Cross Trailhead (#8) Trailhead

The Spurt Cove single-level hunter style cabin has oil (#1 stove oil only) and wood stoves, 3 single bunks, 1 double bunk, wooden table and benches, large covered deck, axe/maul, and pit-type outhouse. Firewood is provided for wood stove use only, but is not guaranteed. Stove oil, bedding, and cooking utensils are not provided. The area around the cabin is predominantly sloping, with some steep bluffs.

Begin in the Mt. Baker National Recreation Area at the Park Butte Trail and junction off to the Scott Paul Trail after 100 feet from the trailhead. Climb through lush green forest and wind around the base of Mt. Baker through rock gardens, meadows…