Outdoor Science and Learning
The Forest is a great outdoor learning area! There are informational signs on trails, scenic overlooks, and visitor centers that tell you about the area you are visiting.
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Blue Spruce Campground
Site Open
OverviewBlue Spruce Campground is a small campground adjacent to Pine Creek in a blue spruce forest. It offers pleasant temperatures and shade throughout the summer. It is close to several trails…
Bristlecone Pine Trail
The Bristlecone Pine trail is an easy loop trail that provides great views of the Virgin River and Zion National Park while winding through ancient Bristlecone Pine trees. It is thought that the…
Cascade Falls Trail
Named for the water fall that flows out of the side of the cliff, this trail is a local favorite. The trail provides spectacular views of Zion National Park and beyond. The water that flows over the…
Cedar City Ranger District
Site Open
The Cedar City Ranger District is located on the Markagunt Plateau, a gently sloping, eastward tilted earth block that has been modified by erosion, volcanism, and some glaciations. Bordered by the…
Duck Creek Visitor Center
Site Closed
The Duck Creek Visitor Center (elev. 8600 ft.) is nestled in a beautiful grove of Spruce and Aspen trees. The visitor center is staffed by friendly volunteers eager to share their years of local…
East Ponderosa Picnic Area
Site Closed
Group Picnic Area. The day use picnic areas are located about 1/2 mile from Pine Valley Reservoir, in a ponderosa pine setting. They offer great views of Pine Valley Mountain.
Enterprise Reservoir
Site Open
The Enterprise Reservoirs lies within a pinyon-juniper forest surrounded by large volcanic tuff rocks. The reservoir is popular for fishing, boating, kayaking and canoeing, and wildlife viewing. …
Escalante Interagency Visitor Center
Site Open
The Escalante Interagency Visitor Center opened on April 11, 2005 and is staffed with Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service and Forest Service personnel. Ecology is the interpretive theme…
Escalante Ranger District
Site Open
The Escalante Ranger district is known for its high mountain lakes and large stands of aspen trees. The majority of the district is located on high timbered plateaus with rolling hills and open…
Honeycomb Rocks Campground
Site Open
Honeycomb Rocks campground is located about 10 miles from the town of Enterprise. Recreation opportunities include: hiking, fishing, sight-seeing, wildlife viewing, and boating. Enterprise Reservoir…