Outdoor Science and Learning

Learn about our history and geology by visiting our interpretive sites. 

Cultural Sites/Exhibits

The Forest Service has a long history of preservation and discovery through management of cultural resources across 193 million acres of national forests.

These remains of human history include ancient Indian villages and rock art, travel routes and markers, military forts, and abandoned mines and mills. Together, they are part of the nation’s historic and cultural atlas. 

Read more about the area's history, wildlife and geologic features at our sites. 

Visit the USFS Cultural Heritage page

Interpretive Areas/Exhibits

Read more about the area's history, wildlife and geologic features at some of our sites.

Bachelor Loop Interpretive Tour
Brown/Hermit Lakes Interpretive Site
Highway 149 Interpretive Site
Hwy 149 Moose Interpretive Site
North Clear Creek Falls Observation Site
Wagon Wheel Gap Interpretive Site
Potosi Vista Interpretive Site
Columbine Interpretive
Columbine Picnic Site
Bonanza, CO

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Alamosa Campground

Site Open

Alamosa Campground is on the Alamosa River 4.5 miles above Terrace Reservoir Dam. There are 5 campsites, one is pull through, with tables, fire rings, and ample parking. Potable water is not…

Antora Creek Trail # 765

The Antora Creek Trail is 1.5 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 763 and ends at Dead End.The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting, and Viewing Scenery

Antora Meadows Trail # 764

The Antora Meadows Trail is 2.5 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 880.2b and ends at FS boundary.The trail is open for the following uses: Hiking, Horeback Riding, Hunting, Motorcycle Trail…

Archuleta Trail # 839

NOTE: Camping not permitted within 200 feet of Archuleta Lake.The Archuleta Trail is 7.0 miles long and well maintained. This trail is heavily used by hikers and stock users. It begins at Forest Road…

Aspen Glade Campground

Site Open

This is a pleasant and attractive campground that consists of three separate loops. There are 32 sites, 7 of which are pull-through. Each site has a picnic table, fire ring, and multiple restrooms on…

Bachelor Loop Interpretive Tour

Site Open

This 17-mile self-guided driving tour loops through Creede’s historic silver mining district and ghost towns. The loop begins at the north end of Main Street in Creede and returns to Main Street…

Bear Town Trailhead - Trail # 869

Site Open

The Beartown trail is 5.4 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 506 and ends at Forest Trail 825. The trail is open for the following uses: Day hiking, backpacking in the Weminuche Wilderness Area,…

Beaver Creek Reservoir Boating Site

Site Open

Concrete boat ramp next to gravel boat trailer parking area with restroom. Serves as plowed parking in winter also for ice fisherman and snowmobilers. Motors are allowed on Beaver Creek Reservoir,…

Beaver Mountain Trail #933

The Beaver Mountain trail is 3.7 miles long. It begins at Forest Road 20 (Beaver Creek Road) and ends at Forest Road 350. This trail traverses the 2002 Million Wildfire Burn AreaThe trail is open for…

Benino Trail # 786

The Benino trail is 5.2 miles long. It begins at Forest Trail 793 and ends at Forest Trail 792.Upper part of trail leads to the top of Mesa Mountain, great views of the Rio Grande River Valley. Lower…