The Ute Creek Cutoff Trail #659 forks right (west) off the Uranium Road, FSR #404, just after the Uranium Road begins downhill and just below the first switchback. The trail begins descending down through the aspen at the head of one of the branches of Indian Creek.  After crossing the creek, it will continue on for approximately 0.25 miles until it ends at the intersection with the Ute Creek Trail #608.…

Ute Creek Trail provides access to Lost Creek Wilderness. It is a very difficult 4-mile hike because of the steep grade. Extended loop hikes can be made from this trail once it intersects with Brookside-McCurdy Trail within the wilderness area.

Access to the Weminuche Wilderness The toilet at the parking area is closed to public use. Access to the trail is still open.

The Ute Fire Tower was the first lookout tower in Utah to be built with above ground living quarters – today, it is the last such tower still standing in Utah. Completed in 1937 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Ute Fire Tower is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and in the National Historic Lookout Register. Over the last 78 years, the Ute Fire Tower has come to symbolize the proud history of…

* The Ute-Heart Trail No. #1110 is generally not reachable or melted off until late June/early July due to snow levels at this elevation. This one way 6.85 mile ATV trail is very narrow and rocky with uneven terrain making it a difficult, technical trail that is best for experienced riders. In addition, the trail also has steep drop-off's that offer beautiful vista views of the Bear Corridor.  The trail…

The Ute Lake trail is 1.2 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 631 and ends at Forest Road 602. The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking and Horseback Riding

The Ute Pass Trailhead is located on National Forest System Road 132 (County Road 3) on the Grand/Summit County Line. The Ute Pass Trail (#31) is 2.4 miles one-way. Begin at the trailhead. Starting at Ute Pass, this trail provides an easier access to the higher parts of the Ute Peak Trail (#24). The trail is suitable for foot or horse travel and is popular with day hikers. Once the trail intersects with the Ute Peak…

The Ute Peak Trail offers some of the best views of the Gore Range. Initially the trail climbs up to Ute Peak and then stays on the ridge of the Williams Fork Range all the way to Ptarmigan Peak. There are sections where the trail becomes faint but the ridge line is easy to follow. It is possible to do a full day hike finishing in Silverthorne; this requires a vehicle shuttle . Most of this trail travels above…

The Ute Peak Trailhead is a minor trailhead along National Forest System Road 138 (CR 30) in the Williams Fork Valley. The Ute Peak Trail (#24) is 13.6 miles one way. Begin at the Ute Peak Trailhead. Towards the beginning of the trail, pass through a tunnel that goes under the train tracks. As the trail gains elevation, it meets up with the Ute Pass Trail (#31) and continues up towards Ute Peak. Although the hike up…

  Utica Reservoir is set in a granite basin surrounded by red fir and lodgepole pine forest. The reservoir has lots of islands and is kept mostly full. Granite slabs along the shore extend into the water. There are two campgrounds adjacent to each other, Sandy Flat and Rocky Point. Elevation is 6,800 feet.

This page is for the Utica/Union Reservoirs area; visit the Utica Reservoirs Campgrounds, Union East Campground, and…

Uwharrie Hunt Camp has eight sites for tent camping. Each site has a table, grill, lantern posts, and tent pad. Two vault toilets and trash cans are provided in the campground. There are also 2 drinking water spigots available. Campers have to park in the one parking lot and walk to their campsite. Opportunities for hiking, boating, fishing, swimming, hunting, OHV trail use and picnicking are…

Uwharrie National Forest is 51,850 acres in Montgomery, Randolph & Davidson Counties. Uwharrie National Forest map Ranger District Office, 789 Biscoe Road, Troy, NC 27371, (910) 576-6391, uwharrie@usda.gov. America the Beautiful Passes and USGS Topo maps for sale…

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This small access to the Klamath river is not signed on Hwy 96. It consists of a rough road to the water's edge and has no room for turn around or parking.

At the trailhead is a 10-15 car parking lot with a toilet.  The elevation here is 9,300 ft.  The climb into the San Pedro Parks Wilderness is gradual.  San Gregorio Reservoir is about a mile from the trailhead.  From the reservoir to trail #50 (Palomas) terminus is approximately 4 miles.  The trail then crosses the terminus of Trail#435 (Anastacio) in about a quarter of a mile.  The…

Picnic area with incredible views of the Sawtooth Range and Valley Creek Meadows. Two picnic sites and an accessible vault toilet are onsite.

The eastern portion of the Eagle-Holy Cross Ranger District surrounding the towns of Vail, Avon, and Redcliff, including the east side of the Holy Cross Wilderness and the west side of the Eagles Nest Wilderness.

55,000 Acres + Spectacular Views The Vail Pass Winter Recreation Area has more than 119 miles of motorized and non-motorized winter trails and spectacular views of surrounding mountains... Stay Safe Vail Pass Winter Recreation Area is open to motorized and non-motorized uses and requires…

The Vail Pass/Tenmile Canyon National Recreation Trail begins at Gore Creek Campground and ends at Copper Mountain. This paved trail starts where Bighorn Road ends, follows what used to be old Highway 6 over Vail Pass, and then descends to Copper Mountain. It is a popular biking trail, so be careful to stay on the right side of the trail as…

Vail is an alpine and cross-country ski resort that also offers summer activities of all sorts. Visit the Vail Mountain Resort online for more specific information.

The Valdez trailhead is on FDR 250, 1 1/2 miles north of the Pinnacles. Parking space is limited.

The Valentine Lake Recreation Complex is set in a peaceful and secluded atmosphere. Valentine Lake is a 46 acre lake in a hardwood and pine setting. In keeping with the serenity, motorized boating is not allowed. Canoe access is drag or carry from available boat launch at the day-use area on the South side of the lake. Parking after launch is available at the upper parking area only. Access can also be made by…

Situated near Canyon Creek, known for its rainbow trout fishing.  A 9-mile all-terrain bicycle loop trail starts at the campground. Wildlife includes: Abert squirrel, black bear, mountain lion, elk, turkey and deer. Arizona Game & Fish Department Canyon Creek Fish Hatchery is nearby. Public is welcome.

The Heller Estate, located east of the Pope and Baldwin estates, is known as Valhalla, which means Viking heaven. Valhalla is located on National Forest lands and is operated under a special use permit by Valhalla Tahoe (Tahoe Tallac Association). The main building is available for meetings, weddings and other event rentals and offers daily art exhibits. Valhalla also offers a beautifully renovated boathouse, now a…

The Valhalla Recreation Area is nestled amongst the tree covered rolling hills of Bayfield County, Wisconsin. This recreation area encompasses both motorized and non-motorized trail systems meandering through hardwood and pine forests. The Valkyrie and Teuton Trails are primarily managed for cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing during the winter months. During the rest of the year, hiking, …

Valle Tio Vinces Campground is a partially developed campground on the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail. Although there is no water available it is still a nice resting spot for hikers and bike riders. There are also horse corrals for equestrians looking for a place to camp.

The Valle Victoria trail is 11.6 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 729 and ends at CDT 813. The trail provides access to the high country between Elk Creek and the South Fork of the Conejos River. The area is characterized by numerous lakes, subalpine meadows and forests. The trail is open for the following uses: Horseback riding, hiking, and backpacking.

The Valle Vidal has two campgrounds, McCrystal and Cimarron, and numerous parking areas for those heading into the backcountry. The McCrystal campground sits at 8,100 ft., it has 55 units for camping and can accommodate a trailer 32’ and under. The Cimarron campground sits at 9,400 ft., it has 32 camping units and can also accommodate a trailer 32’ and under.…