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Built largely atop an abandoned railroad grade, the seven-mile Trout Creek trail runs parallel to the Wild and Scenic Deschutes River connecting Trout Creek Campground and Mecca Flat Campgrounds. Not far from Trout Creek Campground is the Trout Creek Climbing...
Open year round. $8/night, no reservations available for individual sites. 83 sites/tent and pull through trailer spaces. Campground is shadowed by some of the most impressive peaks in the Sierra Nevada Range: Mt. Whitney, Lone Pine Peak and Mt. Williamson...
Nestled in at the south end of Upper Twin Lake, this site offers picnicking and camping in a serene setting with a few primitive campsites. Bright yellow balsam root are abundant in the spring.
River level view of the Umpqua River at Tyee Campground.
Overview Tyee Campground is situated between the Pacific Coast and the city of Roseburg, Oregon. Perched on the banks of the Umpqua River, its location appeals to avid anglers and water sport enthusiasts. The name, Umpqua, is a surviving term...
Overview Tyee is a delightful riverfront pavilion perfect for company functions, family reunions and even weddings. It faces the main stem of the Umpqua River and is ideal for a day of fun, food and water activities. The pavilion is...
The clear, smooth waters of the Unalakleet Wild and Scenic River meander gently among the rolling Nulato Hills and across the broad expanses of the active tundra to the seaside village of Unalakleet.
The Uncompahgre Wilderness totals 102,721 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management and the Forest Service. All of the wilderness area is located in the state of Colorado. In 1980, the Uncompahgre Wilderness became part of the...
The Uncompahgre Wilderness totals 102,721 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service. All of the wilderness area is located in the state of Colorado. In 1980, the Uncompahgre Wilderness became part of...
Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview The Upper Colorado River Recreation Area spans a unique and beautiful landscape, known for its diverse water features, abundant wildlife, and cultural landscapes along the Colorado River...
In Wyoming, the Upper Green River Recreation Area is popular with wildlife enthusiasts who enjoy the many species of birds and small mammals who make this area their home.
The Klamath River begins in Oregon's Klamath Basin, then cuts through the Cascades and the Klamath Mountains before entering the Pacific Ocean in northern California. The Upper Klamath River has a lengthy season of use thanks to the steady water...
Overview Upper Lake Creek Trail begins at Herd Lake Overlook at the end of Herd Lake Road. The trailhead contains a parking area, vault toilet, and informational kiosk. There is no cell service at the trailhead or within the Wilderness...
Situated just next to Lone Pine Campground, this small day-use area offers easy access to the Crooked Wild and Scenic River with trails both up and downriver of the site. Picnic tables and a vault toilet are available at the...
The Upper Missouri National Wild and Scenic River Management Plan highlights; the uniqueness, special values and wild and scenic qualities that were instrumental in the designation on October 12, 1976. Of special note is the fact that the Upper Missouri...
Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview This national monument covers about 377,000 acres of BLM-administered public land in central Montana. These lands hold a spectacular array of plant life, wildlife, unique geological features...
Vincent Creek is a small campground located along Smith River at the mouth of Vincent Creek. Camp or picnic at the site with your family and enjoy a small swimming hole under towering Douglas-fir trees. Know Before You Go: Open...
The Wallowa and Grande Ronde Rivers from Minam, Oregon to Heller Bar, Washington include 10 miles of the Wallowa River, and 80 miles of the Grande Ronde River. Due to topography, access and river character, these river segments are managed...
Wapiti Bridge access is located along the North Fork Highway, the portal into Yellowstone's East Gate, within the awesome North Fork Shoshone River corridor.
This day-use area located on the Madison River offers opportunities for floating, boating, and fishing. It is the take-out for the Bear Trap Canyon Wilderness whitewater float. This site is often heavily used, making proper vehicle parking a must. Vehicles...
Formed thousands of years ago when gigantic faults in the earth’s crust shifted, today’s Warner Wetlands is a 40-mile chain of lakes separated by a unique series of bow-shaped dunes. Each spring and fall, thousands of birds visit the wetlands...
Overview: This river segment offers a wide variety of recreational opportunities. Very high quality off-trail backpacking opportunities with a range of physical challenges await you. The river corridor forms the primary travel route for hikers and backpackers. The cross-country travel...
This trailhead accesses the West River Trail. This non-motorized/non-mechanized trail provides walk-in fishing access to the Gunnison River. The trail heads south, up-river for about 2.5 miles, the last part of which is in the Gunnison Gorge Wilderness. For more...
The Whiskey Mountain WSA encompasses 487 acres of BLM-administered land. The area is on the north-facing slope of Whiskey Mountain in the Wind River Mountains. These lands became a study area because of their proximity to the Fitzpatrick Wilderness Area...
Off the Steese and Elliott Highways in Alaska, the one-million-acre White Mountains National Recreation Area offers stunning scenery, peaceful solitude, and outstanding opportunities for recreation.
Overview White Sandy is located on the west side of Hauser Lake at the confluence of Prickly Pear creek. White Sandy faces Eldorado Bar and the beautiful Big Belt mountains. It is in an ideal location for outdoor recreation, wildlife...
Overview: Originating on the eastern slopes of Oregon’s Mt. Hood at the White River glacier, the White Wild and Scenic River flows some 47 miles through two wilderness areas before converging with the Deschutes Wild and Scenic River five miles...
Update February 2025: Currently there is no water available at the campgrounds. Please refer back to this page or contact the Taos Field Office for further updates. The Wild Rivers Recreation Area is located within the Rio Grande del Norte...
Overview: Take yourself on a reverse hike down to Wildhorse Lake, below the Steens Mountain rim. The headwaters of Little Wildhorse Creek are designated as a Research Natural Area (RNA)/Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) because of a mid- to...
Overview Wildwood Recreation Site is open year-round but may close due to vehicle access during severe weather. Check status during severe weather events by calling 503-375-5646. Park passes are only available for purchase online for printing ( Wildwood Recreation Site...
Overview: The BLM-managed portion of Wilson Canyon is on the north side of Highway NV-208. It features a large area of multi-use trails for OHV, horses, and hiking. Camping: There are no designated campsites, but visitors can overnight RVs and...
Welcome to your public lands! Wisconsin is home to over 15,000 lakes, 84,000 river miles, and countless islands. Many islands in this region were omitted from the original land surveys conducted in the 1830s and 1840s and were later designated...
Immerse yourself in the sounds of migratory birds and waterfowl in the Wood River Wetland on the north side of Agency Lake. A 0.7-mile non-motorized accessible trail borders a native pollinator garden and leads to expansive views of surrounding mountains...
The gentle Yakima River winds through rolling desert hills and basalt cliffs, some rising more than 2,000 feet, for 27 miles between Ellensburg and Yakima, Washington. The canyon offers excellent wildlife watching, fishing for Blue Ribbon trout, family-friendly rafting, and...
Overview Yellowbottom Recreation Site is closed to camping indefinitely. Visitor safety is our top priority. The nearby Old Miner's Meadow group campsite can be reserved on recreation.gov. Other camping may be available in surrounding national forest and county areas. Yellowbottom...