USA National Historic Trail

Citizens in the Potomac Heritage Trail corridor are rediscovering history and reclaiming access to rivers and other outdoor places. The designation of a Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail corridor in 1983, an amendment to the National Trails System Act, is being used by communities. read more...

Phone: 202-619-7222   Price Range: N/A   Open Season: N/A   Camping: No  
Nearest Popular City: Harpers Ferry   Nearest Lake/River: N/A   Park Type: National Historic Trail   Activities: Birding, Boating and Watercraft, Biking / Bicycling, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting and Shooting, Backpacking, Cross Country Skiing, Swimming, Wildlife Watching, Rock Climbing, Whitewater Rafting, Kayaking, Nature Walks, Interpretive Programs, Snowshoeing, Star Gazing, Tours   Details Provided By: Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

The California Trail carried over 250,000 gold-seekers and farmers to the gold fields and rich farmlands of California during the 1840's and 1850's, the greatest mass migration in American history. Today, more than 1,000 miles of trail ruts and traces can still be seen in the vast undeveloped lands between Casper Wyoming and the West Coast, reminders of the sacrifices, struggles, and triumphs of early American travelers and settlers. More than 240 historic sites along the trail will eventually be available for public use and interpretation. read more...

Phone: (801) 741-1012   Price Range: N/A   Open Season: N/A   Camping: No  
Nearest Popular City: Salt Lake City   Nearest Lake/River: N/A   Park Type: National Historic Trail   Activities: Auto Touring, Interpretive Programs   Details Provided By: California Trail

Calm or dancing waters surrounded by shades of green, the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway provides 252 miles of recreational opportunities. Canoe amid the northwoods, where wolves, deer, otter and porcupine can be seen or boat surrounded by wooded bluffs and historic towns. The Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 created a thin narrow corridor of protection for the St. Croix and Namekagon Rivers. read more...

Phone: 715-483-3284   Price Range: N/A   Open Season: N/A   Camping: Yes  
Nearest Popular City: Saint Croix Falls   Nearest Lake/River: N/A   Park Type: National Park, National Historic Trail   Activities: Birding, Boating and Watercraft, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback Riding, Hunting and Shooting, Cross Country Skiing, Wildlife Watching, Kayaking, Interpretive Programs, Snowshoeing, Snowmobiling   Details Provided By: Saint Croix National Scenic River