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• Plan Ahead and Play It Safe on Your Next Trip

  Outdoor recreation is in high demand as visitors escape to public lands and waters in record numbers. The recreation landscape may look different than in the past, or even from last year. Planning ahead and understanding what you need as you plan your trip is more important now more than ever.  We

  
• Camp 4 Daily Lottery

  Located in central California's Yosemite Valley, Camp 4 campground is one of the most popular campgrounds in Yosemite National Park, especially among the rock climbing community – it’s even listed on the National Register for Historic Places for its significant role in the development of rock

  
• 5 Ways to Prep for Summer Camping

  As we begin to gear up for summer camping, it’s time to make sure our camping gear is ready.  We picture s’mores around the campfire and drifting off to sleep reading a favorite novel.  Then, briefly our minds wander into dreaded territory – the camping equipment.  Where is the camp stove?  Did I

  
• Site Passes Add Convenience to Your Visit

  For many who explore America's public lands and waters, Site Passes can be a convenient way to visit these special places.  Site Passes for dozens of destinations across the country can be purchased on Recreation.gov to cover entrance, standard amenity (day use), or recreation fees for that

  

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• Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests Christmas Tree Permit

  Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG

  Near Fort Collins, Colorado

  

  Due to wildfires and the need to social distance, there are changes to Christmas tree cutting opportunities on the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests for 2020. Learn more.   Christmas tree permit sales begin Monday November 23rd for cutting on the Sulphur Ranger District and you can cut yo...

• Mount Morris Dam Tours

  Mount Morris Dam and Recreation Area

  

  The US Army Corps of Engineers built the Mount Morris Dam in the late 1940s to reduce flooding on the lower Genesee River. Today, the dam continues to provide flood protection along 67 miles of the Genesee River Valley from the village of Mount Morris to downtown Rochester where the river enters Lak...

• Tsali Mountain Bike and Equestrian Trail Complex

  National Forests in North Carolina

  Near Palmer, Tennessee

  

  Mountain bike and equestrian users can find plenty of trail riding opportunities at the Tsali Trail Complex. This trail system is popular with individuals and family groups that want a scenic and moderately challenging ride within the National Forest. Four multi-use trails, totaling approximately ...

• Dry Falls Pass

  National Forests in North Carolina

  Near Highlands, North Carolina

  

  Open year-round. This area provides visitors the opportunity to get up close and personal to the 75-foot waterfall by following a trail right behind the falls, and an accessible overlook provides a beautiful view of the falls. Passes purchased for Dry Falls are also honored at Whiteside Mountain and...

• Black Swamp Ohv Trail Complex

  National Forests in North Carolina

  Near New Bern, North Carolina

  The Black Swamp OHV Trail Complex is open year round. The area offers 8 miles of trails for off-highway vehicles with a wheel base of less than 50 inches. This trail system is popular with individuals and family groups that want a scenic OHV ride through the National Forest without rigorous challeng...

• Jackrabbit Mountain Beach

  National Forests in North Carolina

  Near Hayesville, North Carolina

  

  Jackrabbit Mountain Beach offers a designated swimming area and sandy beach surrounding by picnic tables and a large grassy lawn. A large restroom facility is available and a picnic pavilion offers group picnicking with views of the lake. Animals and alcohol are prohibited anywhere in the area. ...

• Cheoah Point Beach

  National Forests in North Carolina

  Near Robbinsville, North Carolina

  

  Cheoah Point Beach offers a designated swimming area and sandy beach surrounded by picnic tables and a large grassy lawn. A picnic pavilion offers group picnicking with views of the lake. Animals and alcohol are prohibited anywhere in the area.   All visitors to the National Forest in North C...

• Whiteside Mountain

  National Forests in North Carolina

  Near Highlands, North Carolina

  

  A landmark along the Eastern Continental Divide, Whiteside Mountain rises to an elevation of 4,930 feet. The mountain's cliffs look like sheets of ice draped across the mountain, which is about 390 to 460 million years old. A two-mile loop rated as "more difficult" climbs to the top and offers outs...

• Thomas Edison Laboratory Audio Tour

  Thomas Edison National Historical Park

  Near West Orange, New Jersey

  Rent an audio tour device and learn more details about the history of Thomas Edison's Research and Development laboratory complex. The audio tour includes the library, stockroom, Heavy Machine shop, Precision Machine Shop, Room 12, Drafting Room, Music Room, Phonograph Gallery, and open Storage area...

• Sam Houston Multiple-Use Trail

  National Forests and Grasslands in Texas

  Near Montgomery, Texas

  

  The Sam Houston National Forest offers 85 miles of multiple-use trails designated and developed for hiking, biking, horses, and registered Off-Highway Vehicles (OHVs). Offering a variety of unique riding conditions, the multiple-use trail in the Sam Houston is the only trail open to OHVs in the Nati...

• Catwalk Recreation Area

  Gila National Forest

  Near Glenwood, New Mexico

  

  The Catwalk's history began with the discovery of gold and silver in the rugged Mogollon Mountains above Whitewater Canyon. In 1893, the small town of Graham (also known as Whitewater) grew around a mill, located on the west hillside near the present day of parking area. The mill only lasted about 1...

• San Gabriel Canyon Ohv Area Vehicle Tickets

  Angeles National Forest

  

  The San Gabriel Canyon Off-Highway Vehicle Area is located 11 miles north of Azusa on Highway 39. Over 160 acres of rocky, sandy river bottom await users of two, three and four-wheeled off-highway vehicles (OHVs).  The OHV Area and obstacle course is open Saturdays, Sundays, and major holidays (N...

• Davis Lake Day Pass

  National Forests in Mississippi

  Near Houlka, Mississippi

  

  Davis Lake is the 200-acre centerpiece of the Davis Lake Recreation Area, located within four miles of the Natchez Trace Parkway. Picnicking, swimming, skiing, fishing, and boating are just some of the opportunities offered. Facilities include picnic tables, a group shelter (reservations available),...

• Choctaw Lake Day Pass

  National Forests in Mississippi

  Near Ackerman, Mississippi

  

  Choctaw Lake Recreation Area offers a range of outdoor opportunities such as picnicking, swimming, boating, fishing, hiking, and bicycling. Facilities include 35 picnic sites, 3 picnic pavilions, a swimming area, 2 bath houses with showers and flush toilets, 2 boat ramps, an accessible fishing pier,...

• Arapaho National Recreation Area Passes

  Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG

  Near Granby, Colorado

  

  Part of the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests, the Arapaho National Recreation Area (ANRA) is a 35,000 acre scenic water wonderland in the upper reaches of the Colorado River Valley. The recreation area includes five major reservoirs: Lake Granby, Shadow Mountain Reservoir, Monarch Lake, Wil...

• Guffey Gorge / Paradise Cove

  Royal Gorge

  Near Florissant, Colorado

  

  Guffey Gorge, also known as Paradise Cove, is a half-mile scenic hike that follows a mountain stream leading to a small cascading waterfall surrounded by a natural granite gorge. Use at the site has increased dramatically in recent years resulting in parking issues and visitor conflicts. Please read...

• Glacier National Park Shuttle System Tickets

  Glacier National Park

  

  The Glacier National Park Visitor Transportation System (shuttle bus) is an optional service aimed at reducing congestion along the Going-to-the-Sun Road. Since 2007, the shuttle has been a wonderful alternative to explore the Going-to-the-Sun Road without a personal vehicle, providing visitors with...

• Cottage Creek Campground (CA)

  Tahoe National Forest

  

  Cottage Creek is a new campground with all new amendities. It has double and triple sites. It has a beautiful view of the Bullards Bar Reservior.    Public access for boating and recreation is limited to 2 developed and 1 undeveloped boat launches: the Cottage Creek Boat Launch ramp at Emerald...

• Rampart Range Recreation Area Designated Dispersed Camping

  PSICC

  

  The Rampart Range Recreation Area's Designated Dispersed Camping is operated by Rocky Mountain Recreation Company. Camping is only allowed in numbered campsites and requires a fee. Trailhead parking within the Rampart Range Recreation Area is free. The Rampart Range Recreation Area is known for its ...

• Mount Evans Recreation Area Timed Tickets

  Arapaho & Roosevelt National Forests Pawnee NG

  

  Welcome to Mount Evans, the 14th tallest 14er in Colorado at 14,264 feet. It also happens to be the highest paved road in North America! On the 15-mile one-way drive, you can stop at Mount Goliath Nature Center, Summit Lake Park and the Summit Interpretive area of Mount Evans. Mount Evans employs ...

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