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NOTICE: Per the Alabama Hills Approved Resource Management Plan, all drone operators are required to obtain a drone use permit before flying within the Alabama Hills Recreation Area. To obtain a permit, contact [email protected]. The Alabama Hills free camping permit...

In Wyoming, Alkali Draw offers primitive and unconfined recreation such as hiking, horseback riding, camping, photography and sightseeing.

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview The St. Anthony Sand Dunes consists of 10,600 acres of clear, shifting, white quartz sand. Although much of the sand dunes is managed as a wilderness study...

In Wyoming, the Baldwin Creek Climbing Area has about 50 established rock climbs ranging in difficulty.

Whether you're into hiking, backpacking, rock climbing, photography, nature study or other fun activities, the 21,000-acre Big Horn Mountains Wilderness west of Phoenix has something for everyone.

Nestled among cream and chocolate colored hills, barren red cliffs, and towering rock spires lays a secret oasis: the Birch Creek Historic Ranch. Established in the early 1900s, the ingenuity and determination of a Basque sheepherder and a West Virginia...

The Cabezon WSA is located in the northwestern part of the New Mexico and consists of a large volcanic plug - a steep-sided symmetrical neck of volcanic rock. At an elevation of 7,785 feet, this is the largest of a...

Castleton Tower is probably the most famous desert tower in the world, and was the first major tower climbed in the Moab area. The Kor-Ingalls route is one of the 50 Classic Climbs of North America, and Castleton also has...

In Wyoming, Cedar Mountain WSA provides opportunities for backpacking, primitive camping, hiking, horseback riding, and trapping and hunting for deer, upland birds, small game and predators.

Hike one of the gems of the High Desert. Walk in the shadows of lichen-covered basalt cliffs as you zigzag up and out of the river canyon to spectacular views of Central Oregon.

Hidden deep within the highlands of northern Okanogan County, visitors will discover a jewel of a mountain lake. Aspen tree groves and sagebrush line the shores, providing a scenic backdrop to many lakeside activities. Mountain goats are often seen high...

In Wyoming, Copper Mountain WSA is great for hiking, rock climbing, hunting and sightseeing for geological features.

Get ready for a beautiful drive through history as you follow the winding Cow Creek Back Country Byway. The route is 45 miles long and parallels Cow Creek for most of your journey.

Southwest of Tucson, the 5,080-acre Coyote Mountains Wilderness offers fun activities such as hiking, climbing, sightseeing, and photography.

Cross Mountain itself is an oblong, flat-topped land mass that rises over 2,200 feet above the floodplain of the Yampa River and the Little Snake River. The mountain trends north-south and forms an easily-identifiable landmark in the region. Cross Mountain...

The Dolores River Overlook has 6 individual walk-in camp/picnic sites, as well as one walk-in group site (3 tables and rings). There is a vault restroom at the parking area and no other camping facilities. The views of the Dolores...

Explore the rugged 11,700-acre Dos Cabezas Mountains Wilderness in Arizona! Enjoy stunning views, seasonal waterfalls, and diverse wildlife.

The Durango Special Recreation Management Area is comprised of isolated parcels of Public Lands surrounding Durango Colorado. Durango SRMA includes five discontinuous units that encompass 6,300 acres of land adjoining the town of Durango offering a wide range of recreational...

East Animas/ Turtle Lake provides great rock climbing opportunities close to town. It is located north of Durango and right off of the road. Mostly known for bouldering with a scattered variety of difficulties. From there you can also access...

This small campground accommodates tents only (no trailers or RVs) and offers some of the most expansive and striking views in the area. The views of Colorado River basin, including Castle Rock, Castle Valley and the Bookcliffs to the north...

The 12-mile long Garnet Back Country Byway climbs 2,000 feet through the scenic Garnet Range to Garnet Ghost Town. Thanks to extensive preservation efforts, the 30 buildings in this historic town look much the same as they did in 1895...

Explore the 18,790-acre Gibraltar Mountain Wilderness northeast of Parker! Enjoy hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, and more.

Overview The four group sites at Gold Bar are located along the Colorado River and are ideal for large gatherings such as school groups or family reunions. Within close proximity to national parks and open space, outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy...

The Gold Belt Tour National Scenic Byway retraces the historic travel routes for the World’s Greatest Gold Camp, Cripple Creek. Travel on a historic, narrow-gauge railroad bed, an old stage road, and a county road on the Byway. The three...

Guffey Gorge Day-Use Area, also referred to as Paradise Cove, is a popular recreation fee site located in southern Park County. Tucked within a rural, agricultural setting, Guffey Gorge is an 80 acre parcel of land located twelve miles away...

The canyons and ridgelines of the 25,050-acre Harcuvar Mountains Wilderness provide an excellent setting for hiking, backpacking, hunting and climbing.

Remember your OUTDOOR ETHICS when enjoying your public lands. Please RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Overview Hartman Rocks Recreation Area includes over 14,000 acres of public land managed by the Bureau of Land Management and 160 acres (The Base Area) owned and managed...

Enjoy rock climbing, hiking, dispersed camping and more in the 9,951-acre Hells Canyon Wilderness Area northwest of Phoenix.

Homestead Climbing Area offers sport climbing on limestone cliffs in a remote, scenic high desert backcountry within a two-hour drive from Phoenix and Tucson in Arizona.

This 11,175-acre roadless area is located 26 miles south of Butte. Impressive granite outcroppings, part of the Boulder Batholith, rise 300-600 feet and provide outstanding rockclimbing opportunities, most of which range from 5.5 to 5.7 in difficulty, although routes to...

Overview The Hunter Canyon Group Site is ideal for visitors looking to explore the Hunter Canyon trail and access popular rock-climbing routes in the area. Access to the Hunter Canyon Campground is down a tight, steep switchback on a gravel/dirt...

The Indian Creek Special Recreation Management area contains the northern portion of Bears Ears National Monument. Indian Creek has something to offer everybody: rock climbers come to test their skills on world-class crack climbing routes, bird watchers scan high cliffs...

The Jacumba Mountains Wilderness now contains a total of 31,357 acres and is managed by the Bureau of Land Management. All of the Wilderness is in the state of California. In 1994 the Jacumba Wilderness became part of the now...

Located in the Colorado River canyon with shady walk-in tent sites near the popular Wall Street climbing area. Individual sites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Walk-in sites only (no trailers, RVs or large vehicles).The Portal Hiking Trailhead is...

Jordan Craters is a volcanic field, covering 27 square miles with olivine basalt. This otherworldly scene is the result of lava flow that occurred in two main phases, both less than 30,000 years ago.

Located just west of St. George, Utah, this unique area was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1966 because the Joshua tree forest was considered to be the best example of this natural community at the northern extreme of its...

The Lakeview District offers a variety of recreation opportunities. The landscapes across the four million plus acres of public land include forested mountains and vast reaches of high elevation desert. Dispersed recreation activities associated with hunting, fishing, off highway vehicle...

With proximity to Zion National Park, the Lambs Knoll Climbing site features stunning views of the Kolob Terrace and convenient access to outstanding recreation. The sandstone crag boasts more than 25 established routes of varying difficulty as well as a...

With towering cliffs painted in desert hues, the striking geology and unique opportunity to spot plant and wildlife make Leslie Gulch the perfect area to set up camp and get away from it all.

The Deschutes River was designated an Oregon Scenic Waterway in 1970 and a Federal Wild and Scenic River in 1988. The river runs through a deep rimrock-lined canyon that ranges from 900 feet to 2,600 feet in depth. The elevation...

The natural bedrock slide at the falls is ideal for a hot summer day! A series of low cascades carved in the bedrock within a narrow gorge create this geological wonder that spills into Triangle Lake.

The Mojave Trails National Monument spans 1.6 million acres of federal lands, including more than 350,000 acres of already Congressionally-designated wilderness, managed by the Bureau of Land Management between Barstow and Needles, California. It is a stunning mosaic of rugged...

Whether you are exploring by car, motorcycle or bicycle, you'll find a riverside picnic table or camping spot at any of 4 BLM campgrounds located along the Nestucca River National Back Country Byway.

North Bank offers visitors the opportunity to hike, bike, and horseback ride on miles of roads and trails, with hidden creeks, high ridgelines, oak-savannah woodlands, and thickly forested canyons.

Pack your fishing gear and your raft and bring family and friends, because the corridor has something for everyone. Nestled amongst old-growth trees, it's known for its stunning emerald green waters.

Almost 50 miles of trails offer visitors many opportunities for hiking or horseback riding loops. You can also explore cracked volcanic pressure ridges or walk narrow moat-like cracks in the ground.

The Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument was established to protect significant prehistoric, historic, geologic, and biologic resources of scientific interest, and includes four areas: the Organ Mountains, Desert Peaks, Potrillo Mountains, and Doña Ana Mountains. The Organ Mountains are a...

If technical rock climbing is your type of adventure, then Penitente Canyon may have what you want. The canyon is known for its nearly 300 world class technical rock climbing routes. South-facing routes can be climbed year-round within the Recreation...

Overview The canyonlands of Penitente Canyon offer a blend of peaceful surroundings and diverse recreation opportunities less than 10 miles from a major highway. Although the BLM manages the 4,552-acre Penitente Canyon primarily for rock climbers, the area also offers...

The Pine Forest Range, in northern Nevada's arid Great Basin, is a rare and exceptional area of abundant streams and clear, cold subalpine lakes. Nestled in a cirque and fed by snowmelt and springs, these lakes are not only visually...