National Forests Articles & Videos

• Rolling Thunder Kayaking in Georgia

  Rolling Thunder is a rafting and kayaking outfitter that operates in Georgia and North Carolina. The company is based in northern Georgia near the town of Blue Ridge. The area is home to numerous mountain rivers in the Chattahoochee Nationa… read more

• Kids Activities Near Rolla, Missouri

  Rolla is a city in the central region of Missouri in the Meramec Valley. The city is situated midway between the larger Missouri cities of St. Louis and Springfield. Rolla is most notably known in the area as for its untouched countryside.… read more

• Fryburg Hotels

  Set in the mountains within minutes of the Allegheny National Forest, Cook Forest State Park and the Oil Creek State Park where visitors can hike, bike and observe wildlife, Fryburg is quaint Pennsylvanian town that offers visitors a small-… read more

• Attractions in Sunriver, Oregon

  Many outdoor enthusiasts, when traveling Northwest, head to Sunriver, Oregon, a 3,300-acre resort city that prevails whether it is winter or summer. From the Deschutes River to the Cascade Mountains, as well as the Newberry Volcanic Nationa… read more

• National Forest Campgrounds in Minnesota

  Northern Minnesota has two national parks, Superior and Chippewa, and they are both in the northeast corner of the state. They offer an outdoor paradise, with Lake Superior on one side and miles and miles of forests, lakes and streams all t… read more

• National Forest Campgrounds in Williams, AZ

  The Williams Ranger District of the Kaibab National Forest is in charge of the national forest campgrounds in Williams, Arizona, among other duties. After setting up camp, guests can enjoy hiking on mountain trails, riding horses and fishin… read more

• National Forest Campgrounds in South Fork, Colorado

  South Fork is located in southwestern Colorado, at the junction of Highway 149 and Highway 160, at the south end of the Rio Grande National Forest. From South Fork, Wolf Creek Ski Area is an hour drive southwest on Highway 160. The Rio Gran… read more

• About Gorges

  Gorges are cuts between two rock faces through which water flows. Most gorges are formed throughout thousands of years of erosion. Many gorges throughout the world are popular tourist destinations. read more

• Bellevue, ID Hotels

  The small town of Bellevue, Idaho, calls itself the "Gateway to the Sawtooth Mountains," as the Sawtooth National Forest is located 16 miles to the west. Friedman Airport is near Bellevue, and Big Wood River borders the town, offering river… read more

• Hotels in Paoli, IN

  Paoli is a town in the Township of Paoli in Orange County, Indiana. Settled in 1811 by Quakers evading slavery in North Carolina, Paoli is a sleepy town that comes alive in the winter. The Paoli Peaks provides tourism and plenty of job oppo… read more

• Motels in Durango, CO

  Grab a piece of the year-round adventure in Durango, Colo. Summer and fall bring hiking through a burst of wildflowers or golden aspens in San Juan National Forest and exploring the ancient cliff dwellings of Mesa Verde National Park. Winte… read more

• Silverthorne, CO Hotels

  Popularly called "the Gateway to Summit County," Silverthorne is just an hour's drive from Denver and serves as the host of the county's tourist industry. Silverthorne is also home to the 62,000-square foot Recreation Center, which provides… read more

• Motels in Collbran, CO

  Collbran, Colorado, gets most of its traffic from tourists. Many of these tourists are outdoor enthusiast, finding fun at Vega State Park. During warmer months, visitors to the park can hike, boat and fish, while winter visitors can find sk… read more

• Hotels Around the Redwood National Forest

  The redwood trees in northern California's Redwood National Forest rise to over 400 feet above the forest floor. These natural wonders provide a beautiful backdrop for hiking and camping expeditions. The nearby coast offers surfing, fishing… read more

• Haunted Forests of North America

  There's an attraction in the sounds and sights of the nighttime woods that can't be denied. If there's a legend of a haunting in the woods it's even better. These forests each sport legends of hauntings and spooks, so tread carefully. read more

• The Lakes of Wenatchee Ridge

  Wenatchee Ridge is in the Wenatchee National Forest, near Leavenworth in Washington State. It is accessible by Stevens Pass, which joins the western and eastern parts of the state, through the Cascade Mountains. Wenatchee Ridge is close to… read more

• Fivemile Creek Information

  Fivemile Creek drains a small watershed in the central Oregon Coast Range between Florence and Reedsport. The 6,700-acre basin of Fivemile and Bell Creek, its major tributary, hosts crucial fisheries and links diverse human and natural hist… read more

• Redwood National Forest Information

  Redwood National Park was established in 1968 and since then has been a worldwide tourist draw. Federal lands of redwood trees saw nearly 400,000 tourists in 2007. When you know what makes this area so special, you will understand why outdo… read more

• What Is Crescent Lake?

  Crescent Lake, Ore., not to be confused with the much larger Lake Crescent in Washington State, is a natural lake known for its beautiful surroundings and many outdoors activities. Its remote location makes it ideal for those seeking solitu… read more

• Planning a Trip to the Redwood Forest

  Standing under the canopy of a giant redwood forest in California gives you a sense of timelessness because the trees are so old. The two types of redwoods are the California coastal and the giant sequoia. The oldest coastal redwood is almo… read more

• Things to Do in Canon City

  Located west of Pueblo on US 50, Canon City, Colorado, has a mild climate and several stunning attractions. Perhaps the most notable is the Royal Gorge Bridge, the highest suspension bridge in the world, rising 1,053 feet above the Arkansas… read more

• Camping in Northern Minnesota

  Northern Minnesota--with its prairies, extensive conifer forests, great concentration of wetlands and the rocky Lake Superior shore--is a near-mythical camping destination. While there are plenty of amenity-filled, developed campgrounds, ma… read more

• Camping at Talladega

  Located near Eastaboga, Ala., Talladega Superspeedway is a major attraction for fans of NASCAR racing. In addition, the neighboring Talladega National Forest and its many lakes are very popular with outdoor enthusiasts. Whatever one's reaso… read more

• Camping at Mount Belford

  At 14,000 feet of elevation, Colorado's Mount Belford is a beloved destination for hikers, backpackers, rock climbers and campers. Backcountry campers reach Mount Belford by accessing the San Isabel National Forest and then traveling on a s… read more

• Quick Access Points to the Pacific Crest Trail in Washington

  Weekends are brutally short, so alpine freaks need to reach high points quickly, wasting as little time in the forest as possible. The main highways' mountain passes are excellent sources of elevation, but you often don't want to slog throu… read more

• Camping at Mount Hood

  Mount Hood---Oregon's highest point at 11,249 feet---is one of the most beautiful peaks of the High Cascades, a near-symmetrical stratovolcano crowned by twelve glaciers and hosting temperate rainforest on its lower slopes. Gleaming on Port… read more

• Get a Permit to Hike Mount Whitney

  Access to Mount Whitney by hikers is limited and permits are required from May 1 through November 1 of every year. Permits are issued first through a lottery, and then on a first-come, first-served basis. While only 60 overnight permits and… read more