Recreation
Little brown bat being held by a hand in a blue medical glove

BLM, Bat Conservation International Monitor Bat Species on Lake Vermilion Islands

In 2025, the BLM Northeastern States District Office teamed up with Bat Conservation International (BCI) to acoustically monitor for threatened and endangered bat species in Lake Vermilion, Minnesota.
Read More
Swirling red and white sandstone formations under a clear blue sky in a desert landscape.

Explore Arizona’s public lands on BLM-managed trails, OHV areas and more

Join the Freedom 250 celebration by experiencing the beauty, history, and adventure of Arizona’s public lands on trails, Back Country Byways, off-highway vehicle areas, and more managed by the Bureau of Land Management.
Read More
Runners navigate the race course that passes by Empire Ranch structures like a windmill

BLM hosts its first signature event to celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Empire Ranch in Arizona

The Historic Empire Ranch, a Bureau of Land Management site steeped in our nation’s ranching history, was the perfect setting to celebrate America’s milestone anniversary this year.
Read More
four hikers walk along beach near mountains and water on a blue bird day.

Five stunning hiking destinations on BLM-managed lands in California

Every trail tells a story, and on the BLM-managed lands in California, those stories unfold across coastlines, deserts, grasslands, and mountains. Together, these places highlight the diversity of landscapes managed through a shared commitment to stewardship and public access.
Read More
UT_rafting_srp

Applying for BLM Special Recreation Permits just got easier

As of Feb. 2, 2026, per the EXPLORE Act the BLM has implemented some significant updates to improve its Special Recreation Permit program.
Read More
A winding road passes through mountains

Take a scenic drive on Arizona’s Back Country Byways

Arizona offers four scenic Back Country Byways managed by the Bureau of Land Management, providing free access to diverse landscapes and recreation sites with a variety of recreation activities.
Read More

Most Recent Stories