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In Wyoming, the Scab Creek Primitive Area offers extraordinary natural wilderness features and ample opportunity for solitary wilderness experiences.

In Idaho, BLM manages nearly 1,000 acres of public lands in the Selkirk Crest Wilderness Study Area. The WSA is steep and heavily vegetated with a wide variety of species. Elevation ranges from near 1,800 feet to almost 4,500 feet...

Enjoy secluded camping and gravel beach access at the 60-acre Senator Wash North Shore.

Enjoy OHV riding, fishing, camping, watchable wildlife, swimming, and hiking at Senator Wash South Shore near Yuma, Arizona.

In Wyoming, Seven Mountain provides for opportunities for limited OHV use, horseback riding, walking/running, and mountain biking as well as hunting.

This is a primitive backcountry site serving as the trailhead to the Crystal Lake Trail. Crystal Lake Trail is a high-elevation rugged backcountry trail provides foot access to Crystal Lake. It is dangerous and not suitable for motorized, equestrian or...

This popular recreation area (pronounced shepherd ah knee) has a variety of uses. One portion is used almost exclusively for off-highway vehicle riding and consists of about 50 miles of trails on 1,062 acres. The other portion, about 4,000 acres...

The Ah-Shi-Sle-Pah Wilderness is located in northwestern New Mexico and is a badland area of rolling water-carved clay hills. The area is rich in fossils and has little vegetation to conceal geological formations. The thin vegetation includes sagebrush, piñon-juniper, Great...

Enjoy sightseeing, wildlife viewing, picnicking, camping, fishing and small craft floating at Shores Recreation Site near Winkelman, Arizona.

Overview The refreshing location with its lush, forest setting, coupled with comforts normally associated with an urban park, blend seamlessly at this popular day-use site. Here, one can immerse in the enjoyment of surrounding hiking trails, a swimming area, meandering...

Enjoy the 14,400-acre Sierra Estrella Wilderness just 15 miles southwest of Phoenix! Explore the steep Quartz Peak Trail. Views from the summit are spectacular.

Explore sharp volcanic peaks, steep-walled canyons, and craggy ridges in the 13,350-acre Signal Mountain Wilderness northwest of Gila Bend, Arizona.

A short, family‑friendly trail leads to 17 Jurassic-era dinosaur footprints preserved in sandstone and culminates in a scenic overlook.

Simon Canyon Area of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC) is about 3,900 acres in size and is managed for semi-primitive forms of recreation. It also provides visitors with an alternative to the more highly developed state park sites located nearby. The...

The campground is situated on the eastern edge of Utah's West Desert near the historic Simpson Springs station on the Pony Express National Historic Trail. Simpson Springs was the site of a significant Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) camp in the...

Now a renowned birding and fishing area, Six Mile Dam serves as an example of the power of cooperation and persistence. Once known as a party spot and a place to dump trash, these lands are now used for hiking...

Ski Loop Trail climbs for one mile to an overlook before descending into a forested saddle and back to the trailhead.

Nestled in a side canyon near the mouth of Leslie Gulch, Slocum Creek Campground makes a good base for gulch explorations. Cool off in the waters of nearby Lake Owyhee or hike the Leslie Gulch Area of Critical Environmental Concern...

April 29 update: The Socorro Nature Area is undergoing upgrades to the existing facilities. Projects include the construction of a new group site shelter, improvements to ADA-compliant facilities, and several other related projects. The Socorro Nature Area will remain open...

The United States Congress designated the Soda Mountain Wilderness in 2009 and it now has over 24,700 acres. All of this wilderness is located in Oregon and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). The Soda Mountain Wilderness...

Explore three wilderness areas, several archaeological and historic sites, many miles of roads and trails, and more in the 486,400-acre Sonoran Desert National Monument near Gila Bend, Arizona.

Explore a six-mile-long loop along Sophie's Flat Trail near Wickenburg, Arizona.

Recommended Trail Users: Hikers. Singletrack. 0.03 miles in length. Difficulty: Moderate.The south entrance trail is a short but steep and rocky trail that leads from the Kiosk near the parking area and heads south to the south entrance of Bloomington...

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. There is NO DISPERSED CAMPING ON PUBLIC LANDS along the South Fork American River. Overview The South Fork of the American River is considered to be one of...

This gravelled Back Country Byway parallels the Wild and Scenic South Fork John Day River through its incised canyon for a distance of 50 miles from its northern terminus at Dayville to the northern border of Malheur National Forest to...

Overview: Descending from flanks of Eastern Oregon’s Aldrich and Ochoco mountains, 47 miles of the South Fork John Day River are designated as a Wild and Scenic River. Trout fishing and chukar hunting are just a sampling of the fish...

Notice: Significant flooding in early 2020 washed away the trailhead access road and damaged trails in many places. Work is ongoing to assess the extent of the damage and determine future actions. Bureau of Land Management public lands remain open...

Located in south central Idaho, the South Hills offer recreational opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Winter activities also include snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.

The South Jackson Mountains Wilderness (54,536 acres) is a special place, from the looming presence of King Lear Peak's granite rock formations, to the juniper woodlands and rugged canyons of cottonwoods that block out the outside world and significantly enhance...

Explore the 60,100-acre South Maricopa Mountains Wilderness in the Sonoran Desert National Monument! Enjoy hiking, backpacking, horseback riding, camping, wildlife observation, photography and more.

In Wyoming, this broad pass, the highest point on the trail, is at the summit of an almost imperceptible approach to the Continental Divide and was the key to the entire trail system.

Overview: South Steens Campground is located in the heart of Steens Mountain. Visitors will find picnic tables and grills at 36 family campsites amid juniper and sage. The equestrian site, designed specifically for horse users, is directly adjacent to the...

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview The South Yuba Recreation Area and National Trail is located approximately 10 miles northeast of Nevada City, California. The Recreation Area is administered by the Bureau of...

Iron Hills Trail System: 30 miles Recommended uses: mountain biking, hiking, and trail running Difficulty: beginner, intermediate and advanced Southview is a trailhead located on the south end of Cedar City. This trailhead is for mountain biking, hiking and trail...

As the dominant landmark of the Sweetwater Valley, the unmistakable "gun sight" notch in the summit of Split Rock aimed the emigrants directly at Great South Pass in Wyoming.

What do you want from a Wilderness? Colorful geologic features! Rugged cliffs! Unique beauty! Outstanding opportunities for solitude! A neighboring wild and scenic river! The Spring Basin Wilderness has it all. Designated as a wilderness in 2009, the area encompasses...

Spring Creek Canyon Wilderness Study Area (WSA) is located in the southeastern corner of Iron County, Utah about 7 miles southwest of Cedar City. The WSA is 4,433 acres and measures approximately 6 miles from north to south and 3...

Overview: The Spring Recreation Site, or Spring Rec for short, is a camping and fishing location off the beaten path away from the crowds. Spring Rec sits on the banks of Brownlee Reservoir, a 52-mile long reservoir on the Snake...

Camp along the Arizona-Utah border, hike the Arizona National Scenic Trail, and enjoy the beautiful Paria Plateau landscape at the free, first-come, first-served Stateline Campground.

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. The campground closed 11/17/25 and will reopen in early May, 2026. The campground offers first-come, first-served camping at $15.00 per night. No reservations are available. Overview Camp on...

Overview: In steps, it is only about .5 miles from the trailhead to Steelhead Falls. In terms of geologic time, it is a few million years. Colorful grooves decorate cliffs and show the erosion of time. Wildflowers dot the slopes...

Overview: The Steens Mountain Cooperative Management and Protection Area (CMPA) is approximately 500,000 acres of private and public land offering diverse scenic and recreation experiences. The CMPA encompasses deep glacier-carved gorges, stunning scenery, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, and a...

A half day’s drive northeast of Fairbanks, Alaska, the Steese National Conservation Area offers stunning scenery, peaceful solitude, and outstanding opportunities for year-round recreation.

Take a trip back in time on the historic Sterling Mine Ditch Trail. The ditch carried water from the Little Applegate River to operate hydraulic giants used on Sterling Creek for gold mining. Construction of the 26.5-mile-long ditch in 1877...

Steven's Camp Recreation Area has a desert cabin available first-come, first-serve for visitors, which is located in a unique setting-desert rims and vistas with large meadows. It has wood heat and a propane range for cooking. There are hook-ups for...

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview Historically, the Stevens Trail connected the town of Iowa Hill with the city of Colfax, both in Placer County, California. The current trail extends 4.5 miles along...

Enjoy a 15-mile long, one-way route through the Paiute Wilderness Area!

Explore the Summit Trail in Alaska.

In Alaska, Summit Trail Shelter offers visitors a rustic shelter, beautiful scenery and an escape from the elements

This day-use-only area is at the confluence of the Clarks Fork of the Yellowstone River and the Yellowstone itself on the Lewis and Clark and Nez Perce National Historic Trails. Its cottonwood groves, meadows, and riparian areas are popular for...