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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 16381 - 16410 of 17629

Upper Maxwell Falls Trailhead

The Upper Maxwell Falls Trailhead is located south of Evergreen and provides access to the Maxwell Falls Trail (#111).

Upper Meadows Campground

Upper Meadows Campground is a small campground located adjacent to the South Fork of the Ogden River.  This campground has gravel spurs and roads, cement table pads, fire rings. A Campground Host is in Lower Meadows just west of the entrance.  Firewood can be purchased from the Host. Popular local recreation activities include fishing, hiking, swimming and tubing down the South Fork Ogden River (a…

Upper Mumbo Lake

Species present: Brook Trout Seasons: Open all year. Bag limit: 5 per day, 10 in possession. Date of usual ice out: June 1 (6,100' elevation) Access roads: This lake is located in Section 36, T39N, R6W. Access it via the South Fork Road (Road 26) from the W.A. Barr Road. About 13.5 miles up Road 26, take the unmarked spur road to the left. This is at the first creek crossing down from the Gumboot-Mumbo summit. This…

Upper Narrows Campground

This primitive campground is dispersed over a mile-long stretch of road. One walk-to group site, ideal for family reunions or church groups, is available for up to 50 people. A footbridge must be crossed to access the site from the parking area. Picnic tables and campfire rings are provided, as are vault toilets. Roads and parking spurs are dirt. Leashed pets are permitted in the campground. 

Upper Nebo Pond

Covering approximately 1.5 acres, Upper Nebo Pond is one of several small ponds on the Francis Marion National Forest that provides good fishing for bass, bream and catfish. Click here for a printable Francis Marion fishing opportunity guide.

Upper O'Brien Campground

The Upper O'Brien Campground is composed of 9 campsites including 1 double-site under lodgepole pines along the Salmon River. All sites are first-come, first-serve. Visitors can fish for steelhead and trout or soak in the fabulous Sunbeam Hot Springs which maintains a temperature of 169 degrees fahrenheit. You can adjust the temperature by moving rocks to allow river water to flow in.  A boat ramp at…

Upper Oldham

Upper Oldham Trail is part of the Mount Elden Dry Lake Hills Trail System. The Mount Elden/Dry Lake Hills (MEDL) trail system was dedicated in 1987. There are eight trailheads providing access to 25 designated National Forest System trails, including a segment of the Arizona National Scenic Trail, Flagstaff…

Upper Oso Campground

There are 10 campsites open at the Upper Oso Campground. They are currently first-come, first-served only. No reservations until May 15, 2022. The remaining 14 campsites (mostly equestrian campsites) are temporarily closed until further notice.  Oak trees, seasonal creek runs through the campground, large sites, canyon setting. Tables, firepits w/grill, barbecues, flush toilets, water, garbage…

Upper Oso OHV Staging Area-Buckhorn-Camuesa OHV Rd

10/1/2024 - The Upper Oso OHV Staging Area- Buckhorn Camuesa Rd is only open to non-motorized vehciles at this time. Closed to motorized vehicles by Forest Order 5-07-54-24-19. The site is located on the Camuesa Road, approximately 1 mile from Paradise Road. The Upper Oso Buckhorn OHV Staging Area is a paved and located just past Upper Oso Campground (currently closed due to storm damage.) The trailhead…

Upper Paintrock Fishing Site

On the shore of Upper Paint Rock Lake.

Upper Paradise Cabin

A 12 x 14-foot rustic cabin on Upper Paradise Lake in the remote Paradise Valley. Views of glacier-covered mountains. The seclusion of this cabin necessitates being prepared to handle any emergency situation. Inclement weather may cause an unexpected extension of the trip. Bring extra supplies to last 2-5 days. This cabin sleeps 6, and has a table, wood stove, splitting maul, crosscut saw, outhouse, and rowboat with…

Upper Payette Lake Campground

This popular campground is situated along the shore of Upper Payette Lake. It offers convenient access to McCall, stunning mountain views, and an abundance of local recreational opportunities. Each site comes equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. There is typically a volunteer camp host and potable water available on site.    There are 12 first-come, first-serve sites available, and …

Upper Payette Lake Camping Area

There are several dispersed campsites along the lakeshore located just before and beyond Upper Payette Lake Campground. Sites have no amenities and are often difficult to access with a big RV as the ground can be wet through most of July.

Upper Payette Lake Group Campground

Two group sites are available just north of Upper Payette Lake Campground along the lake shore. Both sites are located adjacent to one another. Group site one accommodates up to 20 people while group site two accommodates up to 30 people. Both sites feature on site parking, picnic tables,…

Upper Penstemon Campground

Upper Penstemon Campground is located at the base of Magic Mountain Ski Area. This is a fee campground composed of 8 individual units and 1 group unit. Fee envelopes and a collection box are provided near the entrance and reservations are recommended. This area is accessible for a season that varies usually between June and September. Sites are handicapped accessible and campground amenities include a baseball…

Upper Peppermint Dispersed Area

7100-foot elevation. Undeveloped dispersed camping area within the Giant Sequoia National Monument. Fishing available in nearby Peppermint creek, check with the Department of Fish and Wildlife for regulations.  No services, no fee. Dispersed Camping Rules, Regulations, and Tips

Upper Pine Grove Campground

This small campground along Rock Creek features 9 campsites in the tall Jeffrey Pines.  Some sites are flat for easier accessibility. All sites are first come first served.

Upper Piney TH #1885

The Upper Piney trail begins at Piney Lake at the end of the Red Sandstone Road #700 and ends at the Piney River falls: The trail starts at picturesque Piney Lake and is very gentle as it climbs through open meadow before entering forest and reaching a cascading waterfall at about 3 miles, which makes a good easy destination for the average hiker. There is no maintained trail above the falls.  

Upper Pittsburg Landing Picnic Area

Upper Pittsburg Landing Picnic Area is located on the shores of the Wild and Scenic Snake River in Hells Canyon. From the site you can enjoy watching jet boats and rafts go along the river and look at the canyon walls. During the Summer months the temperatures can be very hot. There is poison ivy in and around the picnic sites and an occassional visit by a rattlesnake. Located nearby are…

Upper Pleasant Creek Campground

Upper Pleasant Creek Campground is a favorite area for campers because of the close access off of Highway 12. This campground is suitable for tents and small RVs, anything over 25 feet is not advised. Upper Pleasant Creek Campground is 18 miles from Torrey, and 19.2 miles from Boulder, Utah. 

Upper Rancho Nuevo - 24W03

From Deal Junction travel trail 24W03 for 5 miles to Upper Rancho Nuevo Camp. This camp is surrounded by pinyon pine, yucca and chaparral in a beautiful secluded canyon. This is a wilderness camp and there are no facilities located at this camp. Water is available but be sure to purify, as there are heavy minerals in the creek.

Upper Razor Spur #487.5A

Forest Trail #487.5A (Upper Razor Spur Trail) is 0.8 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail #487 (Razor Creek Trail) and ends at Forest Trail #486 (Summit Trail). The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horseback Riding, Motorcycle Trail Riding

Upper Richbar Picnic Site

This is a concessionaire managed day use area. Managed by ExplorUS, it is located approximately 20 miles northeast of Bakersfield along State Highway 178 adjacent to the lower Kern River.  It has a paved road, picnic tables, toilets, and dumpsters. There is no potable water available. The elevation is 1,400 ft.  No camping; Day use between sunrise and sunset daily. ExplorUS …

Upper Roaring River Trailhead

The Upper Roaring River Trailhead includes visitor information and registration box. It serves Roaring River (#045) and William Pogue National Recreation (#122) trails. All trailheads have space for parking.

Upper Rock Creek #259

Primitive conditions make pathfinding skills handy for travelers interested in following these trails from the West Turkey Creek Road into Rock Creek Canyon and beyond. Turkey Pen Trail begins its journey to the crest at the Turkey Creek Ranger Station and it…

Upper Rogue River (Wild & Scenic)

From the Crater Lake National Park boundary downstream to Prospect, this section of the Rogue is paralleled by a major highway and tourist route: The Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway! Its diverse landscape includes pumice flats, deep gorges and chutes, and unique ecological systems. The Upper Rogue River is fed by snowmelt and springs…

Upper Rogue River - Big Bend Trailhead

The trail rises and falls with frequent switchbacks following gullies in the terrain. Two miles south, a steep forested slope overlooks Farewell Bend Campground across the Upper Rogue River. At the southern end of the campground area, the trail momentarily descends to river level to view the river raging through the long,…

Upper Rogue River - County Line Trailhead

Provides access to:   Facilities No picnic table No fire pit No drinking water No toilet No garbage disposal - Please pack it out