So
Much To Do & See
The Intermountain Region boasts rugged mountains,
fertile valleys, rivers, deserts, varied wildlife, campgrounds,
wilderness, adventure, solitude, and scenery enough to saturate
your aesthetic cravings.
A National Forest is more than trees and camping,
hiking, fishing,
and hunting. You can enjoy the
magnificence of the mountains; the serenity of the wilderness;
the thrill of skiing and
kayaking; the miracles
of spring flowers, baby animals, and majestic big game; the sound
of birds; a camping trip; and the fun of a summer picnic
in your National Forest - the Land of Many Uses.
So, leave your stress behind and spend time with nature. In a few
hours from any place in the Region you can pull into a National
Forest campground. Pitch your tent and spend a great get-away weekend
fishing for the big ones or
dabbling a hook in the stream, swimming,
canoeing, and cooking
over a campfire. See local fire
restrictions.
You want to go farther from civilization? Space for backpacking
is almost limitless. Please consult Forest Service maps
and handouts for information on where to go and how to get there.
Feeling adventuresome? White water river running, big game hunting,
winter camp outs and sports, rock
climbing, and horseback riding
are challenges to be explored in your multiple-use National Forests.
For those who prefer a less robust trip, how about a scenic
drive, photography excursion, bird watching, or a picnic? All
these experiences - and more - await you.
Woodcutting, a popular family outing in the Region, starts early
in the summer and continues through the fall. Contact your local
Ranger District for information and a woodcutting
permit.
These suggestions only scratch the surface. When you play in a
National Forest, let your imagination lead you to exciting and safe
adventures in the out-of-doors.
Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act
The Act provides agencies with recreation fee authority for 10 years, which will allow the agencies to make improvements and provide additional services
to forest visitors.
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