Appalachian Ranger District
Public And Government Association
Why pick this one
USDA Forest Service provides national forest recreation information, permits, accessibility guidance, maps, trail conditions, and outdoor safety resources.
Best for
- planning visits to national forests or grasslands
- finding camping, hiking, fishing, hunting, boating, or other outdoor destinations
- locating accessible campsites and trails
- checking closures, trail conditions, and amenities before traveling
- finding recreation permits and Federal Recreational Lands Pass information
Specialties
- national forest and grassland recreation information
- accessible camping and hiking information
- recreation permits
- visitor maps and outdoor planning
- forest and grassland safety guidance
What makes them different
- Provides a searchable directory of national forests and grasslands across states and Puerto Rico
- National Forests and Grasslands App provides closures, trail conditions, amenities, and maps
- More than 4,500 miles of trails comply with Trails Accessibility Standards
- Permanent disabilities qualify for a free lifetime Federal Recreational Lands Pass
- Offers online information about special use permits and Special Forest Product E-Permits
Distilled from this business's own website.
Contact & Location
- Address
- 632 Manor Rd, Mars Hill, NC 28754-7643
- Phone
- 18286899694
- Website
- https://www.fs.usda.gov
Services
- visitor information
- recreation planning
- camping and hiking information
- maps and mobile apps
- special use permits
- accessibility resources
- outdoor safety education