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National Forests and Grasslands App

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Your Pocket-Sized Forest Service Guide

We rely on our phones more than ever. Third-party apps can be outdated or inaccurate. Visitors have told us loud and clear—they want authoritative trail and recreation info straight from the Forest Service. Introducing the National Forests and Grasslands app: your pocket-sized Forest Service guide for closures, trail conditions, amenities, and more. Start planning your next adventure today!

Download Today!

The National Forests and Grasslands app is currently available for iOS- and Android-powered devices. It can be downloaded for free through the App Store and Google Play. The app does not collect personal information, and no data is shared with third parties.

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Features

We recognize that mobile service can be limited in the remote corners of our beautiful national forests and grassland. The first step is to download the National Forests and Grasslands app as you begin planning your next adventures. Key features include:

  • Offline Maps: Downloading maps ahead of time allows users to access their location even in remote areas. Don’t get lost; explore with confidence!

  • Safety Alerts: Optional, map layers, including fire information and National Weather Service alerts, can be toggled on to provide a complete picture of the environment at your destination.

  • Planning Support: Users can design their own adventure by identifying and favoriting recreation activities on national forest lands within a selected radius. Visitors can search for opportunities such as hunting and fishing, water activities like canoeing or rafting, bike – or equestrian - friendly trails, and campsites based on available amenities.

  • Trail & Site Conditions: Users can discover and confirm the level of amenities with each of the recreation sites and trails, from canine-friendly, restroom availability, RV hookups, and more!

What's Next?

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We’re just getting started! The National Forests and Grasslands app is constantly being updated with timely, critical alerts about weather impacts and closures that could affect your next national forest escape. More expanded features are planned, so stay tuned for more information!