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Wambaw Cycle Trail
Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests
Near Clinton, South Carolina
The FMS motorized trails have a wet weather closure policy in place and use a 'Call Before You Haul!' hotline . These trails may be closed on short notice to prevent resource damage from riding on wet trails. Please check the Call Before You Haul hotline at (803) 561-4025 for the most recent closur...
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Enoree Rifle Ranges
Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests
Near Whitmire, South Carolina
The Shooting Ranges on the Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests provide hunters and sportsmen the opportunity to hone their skills. There are four shooting ranges open all year on the Enoree Ranger District; Fairforest, Philson Crossroads, Leeds, and Indian Creek. Most use occurs at these rang...
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Enoree Ohv Trail
Francis Marion and Sumter National Forests
Near Clinton, South Carolina
The FMS motorized trails have a wet weather closure policy in place and use a 'Call Before You Haul!' hotline . These trails may be closed on short notice to prevent resource damage from riding on wet trails. Please check the Call Before You Haul hotline at (803) 561-4025 for the most recent closur...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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),...
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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,...
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Mt. Adams Climbing Activity Pass
Gifford Pinchot National Forest
Near White Swan, Washington
Purchase of a Mt. Adams Climbing Activity Pass is required if you are climbing above 7,000 feet elevation in Mt. Adams Wilderness between May 1 and September 30. If parked in South Climb Trailhead and NOT climbing above 7,000 feet, a day pass is required. $15 per person 16 years of age and...
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Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Christmas Tree Permit
Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Headquarters
Near Sparks, Nevada
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest! Participating Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Ranger Districts offering permits to cut a tree in specific areas include the Carson, Bridgeport, Austin-Tonapah, Ely, and Mountain City/Rub...
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Yosemite National Park Wilderness Permits
Yosemite National Park
Near Yosemite National Park, California
A wilderness permit is required year-round for any overnight stay in the Yosemite Wilderness. A wilderness permit is not required for day hikes ( unless hiking to Half Dome ), or for staying in lodging facilities and frontcountry campgrounds. Nearly 95% of Yosemite National Park is congressio...
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National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day Livestream Lottery
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
The main ceremony will take place Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 7:45 a.m. on Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam’s Kilo Pier. This lottery offers successful applicants a seat on the lawn at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center to view the December 7 Ceremony Livestream. (This is not a seat at the main ceremo...
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Pearl Harbor National Memorial Bus Tours Lottery
Pearl Harbor National Memorial
This is a limited time only pilot interpretive program. This lottery offers a special trip to visit less-visited sites up-close with a park ranger. Successful lottery applicants will board a motor coach from the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center to travel to Ford Island for a 90-minute round-trip to...
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Ochoco National Forest Christmas Tree Permit
Ochoco NF - FS
Near Bend, Oregon
Christmas tree cutting on the Ochoco National Forest has been a holiday tradition for many years. To help protect the future of this program, we ask that you take special care to follow the instructions and guidelines on your permit when collecting your tree. Each forest has limitations on the si...
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Fort Point National Historic Site Tours
Fort Point National Historic Site
From its vantage point overlooking the spectacular Golden Gate, Fort Point National Historic Site defended the San Francisco Bay following California's Gold Rush through World War II. Its beautifully arched casemates exhibit the art of third system brick masonry which interact gracefully with the Go...
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Cooper Creek Campground (GA)
Recreation - Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
Near Blairsville, Georgia
Cooper Creek Campground is located in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest along the banks of Cooper Creek in the North Georgia Mountains. The Campground offers many recreation activities including camping, hiking, trout fishing, and hunting. The campground is well kept and is a nice place for...
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Lost Horse Cabin
Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest
Near Helena, Montana
Lost Horse Cabin is located 35 miles west of Helena, Montana, on public land managed by the Helena Ranger District of the Helena-Lewis and Clark National Forest. The cabin was acquired by the Forest Service in 2017 and is a rustic retreat for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in west-central ...
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Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest Christmas Tree Permit
Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre and Gunnison National Forest
Near Gunnison, Colorado
Coloradans have been cutting their very own Christmas trees in the GMUG National Forests for generations. Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. This permit allows you to cut a C...
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Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest Christmas Tree Permit
Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest
Near Selma, Oregon
This permit allows you to cut a Christmas Tree within designated areas of the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest! Lifelong memories are built during these special times and we are happy to help with any information gathering you'll need to make this trip a safe and enjoyable one. Please be su...
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Arches National Park Canyoneering Permits
Arches National Park
Near Moab, Utah
Canyoneering is an adventure activity using climbing equipment for rappels and other technical descents through canyons. Many of Arches National Park’s sandstone walls are cross-hatched with narrow passages making for excellent canyoneering. There are eight established canyoneering routes in the p...
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