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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 15571 - 15600 of 17629

Thornburg Canyon Trailhead

The Thornburg Canyon trail is 7 miles long. It begins at 31071 Sec 31 and ends at Blue Lakes Road 31015 Sec 17. Access/entry point to the Mokelumne Wilderness area. Generally open May to October as weather and conditions allow.

Thorne Bay RD

Thorne Bay Ranger District recreation opportunities.

Thousand Acre Flats #806

The Thousand Acre Flats Trail #806 starts at the Forest boundary at the west end of Coal Gulch Road and ends at an intersection with Forest Service Road 704.4D1, Springhouse Park Road West. The trail winds through aspen forests with some brush at the lower elevations. After climbing up Coal Gulch the terrain is gentle with a few short steep sections. This trail forms a “loop” when combined with the Buck Mesa Trail #…

Thousand Lakes Wilderness

Located within the southern portion of the Cascade Mountain Range is 16,335 acres of contrasting topography. Thousand Lakes Wilderness is midway between the town of Burney and Lassen Volcanic National Park. Volcanic and glacial formations, rocky ravines, mountain slopes, open meadows, and stands of lodgepole pine and red fir define the Wilderness. It is dominated by 8,677 foot Crater Peak, the highest point on…

Thousand Springs Sno-Park / Staging

Thousand Springs Trailhead provides year-round access.  In the summer it provides access to the Prospect OHV Trail system, and in winter it allows access to snowmobile trails that connect to the Diamond Lake and Claude Lewis Sno-Park areas.  Parking is available for approximately 40-50 vehicles. There are toilets, and a warming shelter with wood stove at the Sno-Park.  The Sno-Park can…

Three Bar Route

The Three Bar Wildlife Enclosure is a fenced wildlife study area operated by Arizona Game and Fish. The proximity of two recreation sites provides ample parking should you want to cool off in Roosevelt Lake after your ride. Scenery includes the riparian habitat associated with Roosevelt Lake and watershed as well as chaparral vegetation.

Three C Rock Campground

Three C Rock Campground is named for a historic Civilian Conservation Corps camp built here in late 1930. Right on the South Umpqua River, it is a great spot for families to relax under a canopy of mixed conifers. This is the only spot along the South Umpqua River where fishing is permitted. Be advised there may be Poison Oak. Campground sits at 1,100 feet of elevation. Campground generally does not have snow cover…

Three C's Group Use Campground

This campground has 4 drive-in camping units available with paved road access. Facilities include fire rings, garbage cans, vault toilets, and hand pump water - no hookups. This site is available for group use and is only available to single users if other campgrounds (Signal Creek, Last Chance) are full.

Three Creek Group Campground

Three Creek Group Campground sits in forested, mountain terrain on the banks of the Entiat River in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in the Entiat Ranger District. Fishing is allowed on this stretch of the river and hiking/motorized trails are nearby.  The site is best suited for smaller groups around 20 but may groups may be up to 30 people. There are 5 trailer parking areas with a few additional…

Three Creek Lake

The lake is located in a glacial cirque, below Tam McArthur Rim, which was probably last occupied by glacial ice about 13,000 years ago during the Canyon Creek advance of the Cabot Creek glaciation. The outlet stream from the lake flows northward and is joined by two other streams to form Three Creek. The lake is surrounded by…

Three Creek Lake Campground

Located on the south side of Three Creek Lake, this 11-site campground offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, and non-motorized boating. There is a primitive boat ramp on the east shore for non-motorized boating; no motors are permitted on this lake. Find a map of this campground…

Three Creek Meadow Horse Camp

Three Creeks Meadow Horse Camp is one of four facilities located near Three Creeks Lake and the designated horse camp for the Three Creeks area. Find a map of this campground here. Day use parking is not available at Three Creek Meadow Horse…

THREE CREEKS TRAILHEAD

Trailhead. The Three Creeks Trailhead is a wonderful access point to numerous ATV, horse and foot trails.  These trails seem to loop together providing miles of recreational activities. Access is via State Route #153, where there is a pullout on the right hand side of the road. There you can off-load horses or ATV's and the pullout provides ample parking. If you cross the road to the north you will be at…

Three Day Creek Trailhead

Generally, open June to November as weather and conditions allow. Access/entry point to the Jarbidge Wilderness Area.

Three Devils Picnic Area

Take a break from your scenic drive on the lovely "long and winding road," Highway 12, and enjoy a picnic on the Middlefork of the Clearwatwer River at Three Devils Picnic Area.  With 7 picnic table sites (2 with 16' long tables--great for groups!), a large sandy swimming beach and accessible paved parking area leading to two accessible restrooms, the Three Devils Picnic area makes for a great spot for a sunny…

Three Fingers Lookout

This hike is very difficult and strenuous, and the last half mile of the trail requires mountain climbing equipment and expertise. You must traverse a short, steep section of the Three Fingers Glacier, make a rocky scramble and ascend steep ladders to the lookout on the south peak of Three Fingers Mountain. As there is considerable exposure, those using the cabin and ladder must determine if the climb to the…

Three Forks #2150

Three Forks Trail is 5.3 miles long and extends from East Rifle Creek to the top of Coulter Mesa. The trail is accessible from Forest Road 832 (Lower Trailhead) and the Bar HL Road (Upper Trailhead), and can be traveled in either direction. Three Forks Trail…

Three Forks Spur #512B

Three Forks Spur is located in Beaver Creek Wilderness on Stearns District of the Daniel Boone National Forest. Hikers will enjoy the panoramic view of the Three Forks that join to form Beaver Creek. To the left is Freeman Fork, followed by…

Three Forks Trailhead 712

The Three Forks Trailhead starts at the end of Forest Development Road 247.  It is open to parking for vehicles and horse trailers.  There is a turnaround sufficient to accommodate large trucks and trailers.  There is also a restroom located there.

Three Frogs Campground

Three Frogs Campground is a newly reconstructed campground and features 16 small trailer campsites and 4 walk-in tent sites. The campground offers accessible vault toilets, picnic tables, fire rings, water and garbage service, and gravel surfaced roads. Some campsites are also equipped with tent pads. Can accommodate trailers to 30' lengths.

Three Island Lake Boat Area

A concrete boat ramp provides access to the 288 acre Three Island Lake. Three Island Lake is just south of MN Highway 200. Northern pike, bass, and panfish such as bluegills, sunfish and perch are found in this lake.

Three Lakes #843

The Three Lakes Trail #843 begins at the western side of the Lost Lake Campground and ends on the eastern side. It is a very popular trail and provides a beautiful hike near timberline, which travels past alpine lakes and is only moderately difficult. The trail crosses a meadow with numerous wildflowers, and then gradually ascends through spruce-fir before skirting Lost Lake. It is well marked and easy to follow…

Three Lakes Campground

Three Lakes Campground is a peaceful, quiet camp tucked away from the busy highway (M28). Camp among towering red and white pine, white spruce, birch and sugar maple trees as the birds serenade you below. The campground runs along the shore of  Walker Lake, but visitors enjoy the added bonus of having two other lakes nearby: Whitmarsh and Brown lakes, for a total of three lakes. The 1.5-mile…

Three Lakes PCT Tie

This trail is open but the Three Lakes Road (24N24) has been impacted by the Dixie Fire and needs significant repair. The trail may be accessed from the PCT.  This short connector trail ties the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) to Three Lakes.  These three lakes lie on the edge of the Bucks Lake Wilderness and provide a beautiful place for primitive camping or picnicking. …

Three Lakes Shelter

The three-sided Adirondack-style shelter is located on the Three Lakes Trail system. The shelter was rebuilt in the mid-2000's and is available for day use.

Three Lakes Sno-Park

Three Lakes Sno-Park provides winder recreationists opportunities for down-hill skiing, snowmobile riding snow shoeing and cross-country skiing. Ask the Diamond Lake Ranger District for the latest maps for Nordic and snowmobile trails. Nordic skiing from the Three Lakes Sno-Park includes 2.3-mile Silent Creek and 3.6-mile Hemlock Butte trails. Hemlock Butte Trail is also a snowmobile trail for the first…

Three Lakes Trailheads Trailhead

The Three Lakes Trail system has trailheads at the beginning of the Sand, Hill, and Crane trails. They are all located off of the Three Lakes Loop Road.

Three Mile Wash Shoreline Area

  Three Mile Wash offers shoreline parking and boat access. Access is via the Apache Trail National Forest Scenic Byway, a scenic mountain road. Nearby are views of mountains with abundant wildlife. Because of the ability to park right on next to the water, this locations offers a great get away for families and individuals during the hot summer months. Whether you’re taking a day trip, or staying several…