Wasatch #508
The Wasatch Trail #508 begins at an intersection with the Bear Creek Trail #635 and ends at an intersection with the Blixt Trail #508.1A and the Bridal Veil Trail #637. It provides a popular route into the upper Bear Creek drainage, where the upper canyon provides dramatic views of the sculpted and highly eroded canyon walls. The trail travels through beautiful alpine meadow filled with wild flower in…
Wasatch Connection #508.1B
The Wasatch Connection Trail #508.1B begins at an intersection with the Wasatch Trail #508 and merges with the See Forever Trail #415. This trail serves as a connection between the Bear Creek drainage and the Telluride Ski Area. It is steep and rocky as it switch backs its way up the east side of Gold Hill away from Bear Creek. The combination of the See Forever Trail, Wasatch Connection Trail, the Wasatch…
Wash Creek Horse Camp
This is a group reservation site located five miles northeast of North Mills River Recreation area. It offers access to equestrian trails in the North Mills River, Trace Ridge and Wash Creek areas.
Wash Creek Trailhead
Provides access to: Fifes Ridge Trail #954 that climbs steeply into Norse Peak Wilderness to the top of a ridge.
Washakie Wilderness
Designated in 1964 Washakie Wilderness was named in honor of Chief Washakie, a leader of the Shoshone tribe of Wyoming. The area now encompasses 704,274 acres in the southern Absaroka Mountains. Yellowstone National Park borders to the northwest, Teton Wilderness to the west, and the Wind River Indian Reservation to the southeast.
The land is characterized by deep, narrow valleys exposing volcanic strata.…
Washburn Ranger District
The Washburn Ranger District offers a variety of different activities to those seeking recreational opportunities. Great Horseback riding trails, OHV trails and Fishing can be found on the district.
Washington Creek Campground
Crossing the bridge over to Washington Creek Campground, visitors gain a splendid view overlooking the North Fork of the Clearwater River. This campground offers one host site and 23 campsites (including one group site). Each site contains a gravel parking pad, picnic table and fire ring, with access to 5 restrooms and 3 water spigots which are distributed around the loop for visitors’ convenience.…
Washington Gulch #403
The Washington Gulch Trail #403 begins a quarter mile north of the Gothic Campground and ends when it intersects the Washington Gulch Road, FSR #811. The heads southeast with a few switchbacks and then parallels Rock Creek for approximately 1.5 miles. It then crosses the creek, turns south, and begins to climb in elevation. It comes to an end at Washington Gulch Road. This is a very scenic…
Washington Lake
This body of water is part of the Provo drainage.
Washington Lake Campground
This is an unpaved campground with no hook-ups. Popular local recreation activities include lake fishing and hiking.
Washington Pass Observation Site
Short paved fully accessible trail to a stunning view of Liberty Bell Mountain, Early Winters Spires and Kangaroo Ridge.
Washpan Trailhead
Information will be updated soon.
Watauga Lake
In 1942, TVA impounded Elk River, Roan Creek and Watauga River to create this 6,430-acre lake. Nestled between Big Laurel and Pond Mountain wildernesses, the deep blue waters and beautiful mountain vistas set the stage for fishing, boating and water skiing. A network of developed sites including boat launches, picnic areas and a campground are provided by the Forest Service. Hike the Appalachian National Scenic…
Watauga Lake Area
Water recreation is abundant in this area, featuring Watauga Lake; the Doe, Elk and Watauga rivers; several streams and seven waterfalls.
Highly developed recreation areas along Watauga Lake provide facilities for fishing, picnicking, swimming and boat launching. The Appalachian National Scenic Trail runs through the area's backcountry. Camp on the lakeshore at Cardens Bluff or in the backcountry along…
Watauga Point Picnic Area
Watauga Point Picnic Area is located on the southern shore of Watauga Lake in Carter County. Large shade trees scattered throughout grassy areas provide a park setting for picnicking and sunbathing. In addition to picnic facilities, there is a gravel trail that loops through the nearby forest. A large pavilion and large shady area with tables are available to rent for your family gatherings or other events…
Watauga Ranger Station
The Watauga Ranger Station can provide additional visitor information, and has an outlet that sells maps, books, passes, and permits.
Watauga River
No information available at this time.
Watch Lake
Watch lake can be found on the west side of Sullivan Mountain. This is one of the few alpine lakes on the Colville National Forest. Because this lake lies in the Salmo Priest wilderness, there are no trails to the lake. It can be accessed by hiking cross country from the Sullivan Mountain summit or from the Red Bluff Trailhead. Both routes are over…
Watchtower Creek Trailhead
A popular trailhead for horse users, Watchtower Creek Trailhead has adequate parking for both cars and trailers. It offers access to Watchtower Creek Trail # 699 and the Selway Bitterroot Wilderness. Facilities include a wooden outhouse. Activities include: Horseback riding, Hiking
Water Canyon Campground
This campground is located at an elevation of 6,800 feet in the Magdalena Mountains.
Water Canyon Group Campground
group campground
Water Canyon Group Shelter Picnic Site
group shelter picnic site
Water Canyon Trailhead
Trailhead is accessed from Forest Road 453.
Water Canyon Trailhead
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Water Hill Trailhead #845
Water Hill Trail #845 starts at Vermilion Bay and climbs to a major ridgeline which connects Water Hill, Cataract Peak, and Seven Point Mountain. Spectacular view of the Clark Fork River Valley can be seen from most of the trail.
Watercress Recreation Area
Watercress Recreation Area is an ideal place to relax and enjoy a few hours, or a few days. Located within the town of Van Buren, the campground and day use area are adjacent to the Current River, which flows past scenic bluffs, springs, caves as it meanders through the Mark Twain National Forest toward Doniphan, MO.
Watercress Campground…
Waterfall Creek #555
The Waterfall Creek Trail #555 begins at an intersection with the Doubletop Trail #405 and ends at an intersection with the Cement Creek Trail #612. Typically this trail is travel in the downhill direction due to its steepness at times. It descends through dense stands of dark timber, crossing a creek twice as it makes its way to the end at the Cement Creek Trail. This trail can be rough and rutted, so downhill…
Waterfall Cutoff #638
The Waterfall Cutoff Trail begins at an intersection with the Doubletop Walrod Spur Trail #405.2A and the Doubletop Waterfall Spur Trail #405.3A, and ends at an intersection with the Waterfall Creek Trail #555. This trail contours some steep slopes as it dips in and out of draws crossing 5 streams along the way. It is pretty narrow with some exposure and spectacular view of the surrounding area. As you near the end…