For Open/Closed status, please call (530) 478-6253 Part of the Burlington OHV Trail System which has 50 miles of winding, narrow trails. Omega (Trail 5), Deer Creek (Trail 25) and Excelsior (Trail 28) trails all start from here.

One of eight land units on the Sioux Ranger District in far south-eastern Montana.  Remote and undeveloped this land unit offers many opportunities for dispersed camping and hiking. No designated recreation facilities are available, recreationists need to bring water and all hiking supplies to be self-sufficient. Information: Sioux Ranger DistrictP.O. Box 37…

Chalk Creek Canyon, one of the valley's most popular areas.The Chalk Creek canyon was once home to the Chalk Creek mining district, one of Colorado's richest mining districts. During the 1870's and 1880's the towns of Hortense, Alpine, St. Elmo, Romley and Hancock thrived as a result of the discovery of gold and silver-laden ore.

The Chalk Creek Trailhead is located east of Fillmore, Utah along Forest Road 100 at an elevation of 5,555 feet. This trailhead is in the lower section of Chalk Creek Canyon and is surrounded by mixed brush, pinyon and juniper trees. The site has a small dirt surface parking area, loading ramp and an information kiosk.

Chalk Lake Campground offers 19 sites each equipped with a picnic table and campfire ring. The campground sits at an elevation of 9,000 feet in Chalk Creek Canyon, which gets its name from the soft, white, chalk-like kaolinite canyon walls. Kaolinite is a clay mineral that was deposited by percolating hot springs. A variety of wildlife makes its home in the area, including chipmunks, hummingbirds, birds of prey and…

Chalk Lake Fishing Site is located next to the Chalk Lake Campground and is a great family fishing spot with rainbow, brook and brown trout. Chalk Lake is a small lake, about 12 acres in size and is regularly stocked for fishing.  Motorized boats are not allowed on the lake.

Dates Available to Rent December 1-March 31 Max Party Size 5 Cost & Reservations Recreation.gov Challenge Cabin is available from Dec 1st through March 31st each winter. The cabin is not available April 1 to Nov 30. Challenge Cabin is available during the winter - December 1st to March 31st - and is located 51 miles east of Hungry…

The area around Challis provides many opportunities for day hikes and drives as well as camping and backpacking.  You can check out the Land of the Yankee Fork Interpretive center just south of the town of Challis and start your tour of the Custer Motorway.  You do not have to drive far from Challis to enjoy a variety of recreational activities!

The Challis-Yankee Fork Ranger District provides a multitude of opportunities for recreation year round.  We are in the process of updating this site to provide you with the most current information.  If you cannot find the information you need here, please call our offices at 208-879-4100 for assistance. To assist you in planning your trip, we have divided the district into several areas they are:…

The Chama Basin Trailhead is at the beginning of Forest Service property at the end of FDR 121. It gives access to the Archuleta Creek and Chama River trails. Dispersed camping is allowed there.

The Chama River trail is 4.9 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 121 and ends at Orel Cabin. Trail 740 begins approx. 2 miles up trail 738. This trail follows the Chama River to the confluence of the West and East Forks, a splendid view of the upper Chama Basin will be enjoyed. There are rolling meadows and waterfalls that cascade from the cliffs just above. Following the East Fork the trail passes several beaver…

Located on Highway 17, 10 miles south of the Colorado border.

Chamberlain Basin is located in the heart of the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness area.  Access is by foot or horseback, and by air.  The Forest Service airstrip is maintained to provide access to the basin and surrounding area.  Check conditions before flying in. In contrast to the rugged alpine crags or steep river gorges of the Frank Church Wilderness, Chamberlain Basin is a hospitable…

This very rustic dispersed campground is located adjacent to the Chamberlain Basin aristrip and is used primarily by pilots and their families flying in for the night. During hunting season it is also used as a staging area for outfitters and guides. Campground has outhouses and fire rings but no tables.

A boat ramp is located adjacent to the campground in the Chambers Lake Picnic Site. The boat ramp may be unusable in late summer due to drop in water level. Gas and electric boat motors are permitted at a wakeless speed only.

This campground is located approximately 60 miles northwest of Fort Collins and situated in a mountainous, lodgepole pine forest. Each site contains a tent pad, bear locker, fire grate and picnic table. Additional facilities provided include a playground area and a boat ramp. A single site may hold up to eight people. Double sites will accommodate more people. Tents must fit on the pads provided. RVs, trailers or…

Accessed off the entrance road to Chambers Lake Campground, this site provides parking and picnicking opportunities for day users of Chambers Lake. It is situated in a lodgepole pine forest setting and offers four picnic sites and three fire pits or grills, a restroom, and drinking water. There is also a playground adjacent to the site. Access to the boat ramp is through this site.

The Chamisa Trailhead is the first Forest trailhead as you go up the road to the Santa Fe Ski Basin. 

About 12 miles north of Kernville, this is a dispersed camping site along the North Fork of the Kern River. No water is available. Portable toilets and trash bins available in the summer months. Dispered Camping Rules, Regulations, and Tips

  Chamisoso Trailhead is approximately 2 miles south of I-40, on NM 337. There are 2 gravel parking areas across from each other with room for trailers. The trailhead provides access to Chamisoso Trail 05184 by way of Powerline Trail 05543.  If you travel further up the road you will come to Coyote Trailhead which leads to Coyote-Chamisoso Link 05620, Forest Road 462, Coyote Trail…

Champion Creek Cutoff Trailhead

Champion Creek Trailhead

A popular trailhead located on the Kancamaugus Highway. Trails provide access to the scenic Champney and Pitcher Falls as well as trails leading to the summit of Mt. Chocorua. 

(Also known as Canyon Creek Trailhead) CFR trail closures due to 2011 trail wash outs. Closed to stock from Boulder Creek to Mill Creek. Trail closed to hikers from Mill Creek to Cedar Crossing. Trail from Chancellor to Sky Pilot Pass not maintained, down trees block stock. Valley bottom and sidehill trail mostly in big timber well above river. Last 6 miles climb up to an open ridge top, with scattered…

Chanchelulla Wilderness is a relatively small wilderness area located about 50 miles west of Red Bluff. The Chanchelulla Wilderness was created in 1984 by Congress. The Wilderness features rugged terrain with steep, chaparral and tree covered slopes. Chanchelulla Peak is the highest point at 6,401 feet. This area is popular during hunting season. Access to Chanchelulla Creek Trail is near Deer Lick Springs on…

Located on the Mount Washington Auto Road, this trailhead provides access to the Great Gulf Wilderness Area. 

Generally, open June to November as weather and conditions allow.

Some of the highlights of Grand Island, a Congressionally designated National Recreation Area (NRA) include: Massive 300-foot wave-cut sandstone cliffs 13,500 acres of lush forest Beaches of fine sand Winter ice caves Historic buildings and artifacts dating back as far as 2,000 B.C. The island's scenic natural beauty and interesting history make it an attractive place for camping and other outdoor activities.…

Nestled high on a ridge in Big Santa Anita Canyon, the Chantry Flat Picnic Area offers a quick getaway to nature. The drive itself delivers epic views of the San Gabriel Valley before reaching the shade of Chantry Flat. After parking and displaying an Adventure Pass or America the Beautiful Pass, visitors can setup a family picnic on one of the many picnic sites tucked into the hillside or hike to various locations…

Chaparral Campground is a non-reservation campground composed of 7 single sites and 3 double sites located on the South Fork of the Boise River. Campground amenities include 3 vault toilet restrooms, picnic tables and fire rings. Hiking, tubing, and fishing are popular activities.     View Video