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We're here to help you dream up your next trip, figure out the details, and reserve experiences at over 3,600 facilities and 103,000 individual sites across the country. There's something for everyone on Recreation.gov, so get out there, experience the USA, and bring home a story!
Discover new experiences, historic landmarks, and outdoor escapes right down the road or across the country. From camping, hiking, and horseback riding to wildlife viewing, monument tours, and ranger-led activities – you can find it on Recreation.gov!
Access tools and resources to chart the course for your next getaway or dream vacation, manage your trip details, and enter for the chance to attend special events and excursions that ensure you get the most out of your Recreation.gov experience.
Return to your favorite camping spot or discover a new one that’s right for you.
Cover admission and / or amenity fees for federal lands, waterways, and monuments with annual or lifetime interagency passes that provide access to more than 2,000 federal recreation locations or site passes for multiple visits to your favorite spot.
Reserve tours and tickets to participate in special events and experiences.
National Forests across the country are now offering permits to cut down a Christmas Tree through Recreation.gov. Buy your permit online before you arrive, gather your family and friends, and create memories that help you #BringHomeaStory this holiday season!
Learn More about Christmas Tree Permits
Planning a trip with Recreation.gov is even easier with rental options. Whether it's an RV to hit the road or outdoor gear like tents, packs, and sleeping bags, enjoy the convenience of renting equipment for your next trip.
Our library of travel guides, tips and recommendations, insider insights, and visitor stories provides inspiration and information to help you plan your next adventure.
Spring break is treasured by students of all ages, whether they are in kindergarten or working on a Ph.D. It’s a time for students to step away from their studies and for families to take advantage of a little down time. Check out our list of spring break vacation ideas in the great outdoors to start planning your escape!
👁 A mountain plain blooms yellow amid a super bloom of spring wildflowersOutdoor recreation is in high demand as visitors seek experiences among the nation's public land and water destinations in record numbers. Planning ahead and understanding what to expect for your trip is more important now than ever. Visitors also have an opportunity and responsibility to respect these special places and each other along the way.
👁 Two adult males in life jackets kayak on a wide mountain lakeBears exist in and around a majority of our public lands across the United States and are native and natural members of the wildlife community. Seeing a bear can be an exciting experience, one that will form a lasting memory of your visit. By learning more about bears and their curious nature, you can better prepare for your visit to bear country and make it a positive and safe experience for both you and the bears.
We’re always adding new locations and activities to help you get outdoors, and bring home a story!
View all of the new locations on Recreation.gov
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Recreation.gov is your gateway to explore America's outdoor and cultural destinations in your zip code and across the country. We provide tools and tips to discover new adventures through a one-stop shop for inspiration and ideation, trip planning, information sharing, and reservations. Find incredible places and experiences that help you bring home a story through Recreation.gov!