Public Lands

Discover America's public lands such as National Parks, National Forests, and more.

Discover Your Public Lands

Posted Tue, 07/08/2008 - 11:29pm by Administrator

This section of the RoadNotes web site features information about the various federal agencies that provide recreation areas while protecting and preserving our public lands. Select a link from the list below to learn more about that particular federal agency.

The most recent articles posted in this category are listed below.

Public Campgrounds in Texas

Posted Thu, 10/09/2008 - 6:00pm by Administrator

The attached file is an 84-page guide to federal, state, and local government managed campgrounds in Texas. The guide lists public campgrounds alphabetically by city or town (commercial campgrounds are not included). For information about commercial campgrounds, see the Texas Campgrounds web site.

Wenatchee National Forest

Posted Mon, 09/22/2008 - 11:04pm by Administrator

The 2.2 million acre Wenatchee National Forest extends about 135 miles along the Cascade Mountains in Washington. About 40 percent of the forest is preserved in seven Wilderness Areas where no motorized vehicles are allowed. Over 100 campgrounds and picnic areas, ranging from primitive to developed, are scattered throughout the forest.

Lake Koocanusa

Posted Mon, 09/22/2008 - 11:02pm by Administrator

Lake Koocanusa is a Corps of Engineers project in the mountains of northwest Montana about 18 miles north of Libby. Six recreation areas surround the 90-mile long lake; three have campgrounds. The lake is surrounded by the Kootenai National Forest, which also offers an abundance of camping opportunities. Visit the Photo Gallery to see some pictures of Lake Koocanusa.

Malheur National Wildlife Refuge

Posted Mon, 09/22/2008 - 10:59pm by Administrator

With more than 320 species of birds and 58 species of mammals, the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge offers prime wildlife viewing. The refuge is in southeastern Oregon and preserves over 187,000 acres of wetlands, riparian areas, meadows, and uplands.