Intermountain Region

Hiking & Backpacking

Throughout the Intermountain Region, hundreds of miles of trails are available during the summer for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking and off-highway vehicle riding. Trails range from steep, rugged climbs to relatively flat paths blanketed in pine needles. Please don't use trails in areas where it is not permitted.

Most trails have some type of regulation, fee or seasonal restriction, so it's wise to find out more about the specific trail you wish to explore before showing up at the trailhead. Parking, horse unloading facilities, and comfort stations exist at most trailhead locations.

Many recreation sites include paved trails to provide wheelchair access. Guided hikes may also be available at some locations.

Use of Non-Motorized Trails is limited to hikers and horses, with some trails open to mountain bikes. Wilderness trails are closed to all types of motor vehicles and mechanical transport, including bicycles, wagons and carts. Hang gliders and para sails are also prohibited. Trail hiking is an easy way to discover the great outdoors and is available to recreationists of almost any age and ability level.

Please follow all visitor rules and practice good safety when visiting the National Forests.

US Forest Service - Intermountain Region
Last Modified: Thursday, 13 March 2008 at 13:00:44 EDT