Highcountry Living

Living in and visiting the highcountry

Recreation in the White River National Forest

There are seven ranger stations in the White River National Forest. This site concentrates on Summit and Eagle Counties. The Dillon Ranger District in Silverthorne and the Eagle/Holy Cross Ranger District in Minturn.

Dillon Ranger District (Dillon, Silverthrone, Keystone, Breckenridge, Frisco, Copper Mtn,) 

Eagle/Holy Cross Ranger District (Vail, Minturn, Beaver Creek, Avon)

General Information
Camping
The White River National Forest has many developed facilities including family and group campgrounds & picnic areas. Please refer to this section for detailed information regarding available services. Dispersed camping is also available at no cost if you truly want to get away from it all!
Fishing
Find out where to cast your line! Information on seasons, licenses, and restrictions is available from the Colorado Division of Wildlife.
Boating
New Colorado boating regulations are in place to limit the spread of non-native Quagga and Zebra Mussels. Learn more about how you can help prevent the spread of these aquatic nuisance species and get a link to the State website for the latest information.
Wilderness
Wilderness is a place where the imprint of humans is substantially un-noticed. Find out about the various Wilderness areas on the White River National Forest.
Trails
Hundreds of miles of trails are available to to hikers, horseback riders, and fishermen. Off-highway vehicle users will also find many opportunities for off-road enjoyment in the White River National Forest.
Rules & Etiquette
General rules for National Forests include details about camping, pets, and other topics.
Safety Info
Have a safe visit when you come to the White River National Forest —whether driving, hiking, horseback riding, skiing, or enjoying other outdoors activities.
Accessible Recreation
The White River National Forest offers a number of recreational facilities designed with accessibility in mind for persons with disabilities. Also, there are programs that allow visitor discounts for fees charged on National Forests.
Winter Recreation
The White River is home to some of the best winter recreation opportunities in the nation. From downhill skiing at a world class resort to cross country skiing or snowmobiling, it can be found on the White River.