Access Phelps Lake via the Phelps Lake Overlook. From the overlook, hikers will drop down to the lakeshore via a series of switchbacks. From there, visitors can access the Phelps Lake Loop Trail and continue on as short or long as they like. The hike back to the overlook is a strenuous, uphill climb. Visitors not used to the elevation should take time and bring plenty of water for the return trip.…
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Phelps Lake · Grand Teton National Park
Access Phelps Lake via the Phelps Lake Overlook. From the overlook, hikers will drop down to the lakeshore via a series of switchbacks. From there, visitors can access the Phelps Lake Loop Trail and continue on as short or long as they like. The hike back to the overlook is a strenuous, uphill climb. Visitors not used to the elevation should take time and bring plenty of water for the return trip.
Hike Pine Creek Trail · Curecanti National Recreation Area
This trail follows Pine Creek as it cascades into the depths of the upper Black Canyon to Morrow Point Reservoir. It follows the old narrow gauge railroad bed along the reservoir. Pine Creek Trail provides fishing, camping, and boating access for Morrow Point Reservoir. No boat launching facilities. Small hand-carried craft are permitted if carried down the steps (and back up). Distance (one-way): 1.3 mi (2.1 km) Difficulty: Moderately strenuous. 200+ ft (65 m) decent into the canyon via maintained steps. Carry at…
Commercial Tours · Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Only businesses with official CUAs (Commercial Use Authorizations) are allowed to offer guided tours within the national lakeshore. A list of all authorized businesses offering kayak, ice climbing, hiking, and other types of guided tours/activities is below. Commercial Tours - Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (U.S. National Park Service)
Phelps Lake Overlook · Grand Teton National Park
Take an easy, out and back hike to an overlook for views of Phelps Lake. The trail travels through a forested section before opening up at the Phelps Lake Overlook. The overlook places hikers high above Phelps Lake and provides views of the lake and valley. Those looking to access Phelps Lake will need to continue another mile down to the lakeshore.
Taggart Lake · Grand Teton National Park
A section of the Taggart Trail will be closed in 2026 for trail improvements. The Lakeshore Trail in the Colter Bay area is an outstanding alternative hike. Taggart Lake is an easy, out and back trail that offers visitors some of the best views of the Teton Range. Leaving from the Taggart Lake Trailhead, hikers will wind up an aspen-covered moraine before the trail opens up to views of the Tetons. At the Bradley Lake trail split, stay left to access Taggart Lake. The trail then flattens out and heads to the lakesho…
Phelps Lake
Grand Teton National Park
Access Phelps Lake via the Phelps Lake Overlook. From the overlook, hikers will drop down to the lakeshore via a series of switchbacks. From there, visitors can access the Phelps Lake Loop Trail and continue on as short or long as they like. The hike back to the overlook is a strenuous, uphill climb. Visitors not used…
Hike Pine Creek Trail
Curecanti National Recreation Area
This trail follows Pine Creek as it cascades into the depths of the upper Black Canyon to Morrow Point Reservoir. It follows the old narrow gauge railroad bed along the reservoir. Pine Creek Trail provides fishing, camping, and boating access for Morrow Point Reservoir. No boat launching facilities. Small hand-carried…
Commercial Tours
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
Only businesses with official CUAs (Commercial Use Authorizations) are allowed to offer guided tours within the national lakeshore. A list of all authorized businesses offering kayak, ice climbing, hiking, and other types of guided tours/activities is below. Commercial Tours - Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (U.S. Na…
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Phelps Lake Overlook
Grand Teton National Park
Take an easy, out and back hike to an overlook for views of Phelps Lake. The trail travels through a forested section before opening up at the Phelps Lake Overlook. The overlook places hikers high above Phelps Lake and provides views of the lake and valley. Those looking to access Phelps Lake will need to continue anot…
Taggart Lake
Grand Teton National Park
A section of the Taggart Trail will be closed in 2026 for trail improvements. The Lakeshore Trail in the Colter Bay area is an outstanding alternative hike. Taggart Lake is an easy, out and back trail that offers visitors some of the best views of the Teton Range. Leaving from the Taggart Lake Trailhead, hikers will wi…
Day Hiking at Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier National Park offers over 260 miles of maintained trails for your enjoyment. Trails lead through peaceful old-growth forest along river valleys up to subalpine wildflower meadows on the flanks of Mount Rainier. Most trails are snow-covered in winter, and snow can linger well into summer at higher elevatio…
Road Trip Around the Mountain
Mount Rainier National Park
Roads in Mount Rainier National Park were specifically designed to enhance the park experience. Just like buildings are constructed in the aesthetic of National Park Service Rustic architecture and designed to fit in with the surrounding environment, park roads follow the flow of the landscape. Walls and bridges are co…
Mount Rainier: Off the Beaten Path
Mount Rainier National Park
Mount Rainier is a defining symbol of the Pacific Northwest landscape. Established in 1899, Mount Rainier National Park encompasses 235,625 acres and protects a variety of ecosystems. Of that amount, 97% of the park has been designated by Congress as wilderness. To experience these resources, the park offers over 270 m…
Walk the Moments in Time Trail
Olympic National Park
Take a peaceful stroll at Barnes Point on Lake Crescent on the Moments in Time Trail. This easy 0.8 mile loop trail begins near the historic Lake Crescent Lodge . The trail is surrounded by moss-covered trees and lush ferns. As you walk, look for fallen nurse logs that provide nutrients to young trees and "snags," the…
Hike the River Mountains Loop Trail
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
The River Mountains Loop Trail results from a multi-agency public-private partnership bringing together resources from government agencies, private landowners, and local businesses. This non-motorized, paved trail provides visitors with an extensive trail loop offering scenic views, plentiful wildlife, and the vast bea…
Swimming in Lake Powell
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
Swimming is a popular activity at Lake Powell, especially in the summer when water temperatures can surpass 80° Fahrenheit. Please be aware that there are no life guards at Lake Powell or on the Colorado River. Water Quality conditions can change at your favorite swim areas depending on high visitor use, recent storms,…
Explore the Trails at Meadowood
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail
At Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area , managed by the Bureau of Land Management, visitors can enjoy over 15 miles of trails with a variety of uses, like hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding across 800 acres. Meadowood provides three open meadows, two ponds, and hardwood forest that allows for wildli…
Boating at Lake Roosevelt NRA
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
Our 22 public boat launches offer a variety of opportunities for every type of watercraft from canoes to motorboats to paddleboards. Please remember that Lake Roosevelt is an active reservoir. Seasonal fluctuations regularly affect lake levels and access to boat launch facilities. For details on boating, obtaining a pe…
Canoeing & Kayaking at Lake Roosevelt NRA
Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area
Planning a canoe, kayak, or paddleboard trip? We have boat in campgrounds as well as miles of shoreline waiting to be explored. Looking for more challenging routes? Want a multi-nite camping adventure? With 22 boat launches along the lake, one option is a launch-to-launch short trip with an overnight stop at a boat-in…
Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States, an abundance of habitats, and a rich cultural heritage. At 4 million visits a year, it's one of the top 10 most-visited national parks in the United States. Visitors enjoy 27 miles of historic motor roads, 158 miles of hiking trails, and 45 miles of carriage roads.
An oasis in the desert, Amistad National Recreation Area consists of the US portion of the International Amistad Reservoir. Amistad, a Spanish word meaning "friendship," is known for excellent water-based recreation, camping, hiking, and rich cultural history dating back nearly 5,000 years. Amistad is also home to a wide variety of plant and animal life both above and below the water.
Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, located at the northern tip of Wisconsin's Bayfield Peninsula, features 21 stunning islands, a scenic 12-mile shoreline along Lake Superior, and is located within the ancestral homeland of the Ojibwe people. Established in 1970, the park showcases picturesque sea caves, sandy beaches, and the largest collection of lighthouses in the National Park system.
The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190+ mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains. Conceived in 1921, built by private citizens, and completed in 1937, today the trail is managed by the National Park Service, US Forest Service, Appalachian Trail Conservancy, numerous state agencies and thousands of volunteers.
The vast, wild landscape of Bighorn Canyon National Recreation Area offers visitors unparalleled opportunities to immerse themselves in the natural world, and experience the wonders of this extraordinary place. With over 120,000 acres, one can find an astounding diversity in ecosystems, wildlife, and more than 10,000 years of human history to explore.
Crowning the Grand Staircase, Cedar Breaks sits at over 10,000 feet and looks down into a half-mile deep geologic amphitheater. Come wander among timeless bristlecone pines, stand in lush meadows of wildflowers, ponder crystal-clear night skies and experience the richness of our subalpine forest.
Springs, streams, lakes - whatever its form, water is the attraction at Chickasaw National Recreation Area.
Astonishing biodiversity exists in Congaree National Park, the largest intact expanse of old growth bottomland hardwood forest remaining in the southeastern United States. Waters from the Congaree and Wateree Rivers sweep through the floodplain, carrying nutrients and sediments that nourish and rejuvenate this ecosystem and support the growth of national and state champion trees.
Crater Lake inspires awe. Native Americans witnessed its formation 7,700 years ago, when a violent eruption triggered the collapse of a tall peak. Scientists marvel at its purity—fed by rain and snow, it’s the deepest lake in the USA and one of the most pristine on Earth. Artists, photographers, and sightseers gaze in wonder at its blue water and stunning setting atop the Cascade Mountain Range.
Though a short distance from the urban areas of Cleveland and Akron, Cuyahoga Valley National Park seems worlds away. The park is a refuge for native plants and wildlife, and provides routes of discovery for visitors. The winding Cuyahoga River gives way to deep forests, rolling hills, and open farmlands. Walk or ride the Towpath Trail to follow the historic route of the Ohio & Erie Canal.
Situated within the most densely populated region of the United States, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area provides a unique opportunity to experience tranquil landscapes, rich human history, and striking scenery along 40 miles of the longest free-flowing river east of the Mississippi. The park offers year-round recreation including hiking, paddling, fishing, and hunting.
Denali is six million acres of wild land, bisected by one ribbon of road. Travelers along it see the relatively low-elevation taiga forest give way to high alpine tundra and snowy mountains, culminating in North America's tallest peak, 20,310' Mount McKinley. Wild animals large and small roam un-fenced lands, living as they have for ages. Solitude, tranquility and wilderness await.
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