Things to Do

Mountain parks offer spectacular views and countless recreational opportunities. Before you go on your trip, discover some the different outdoor recreation activities available in national parks — adventure awaits!

Climbing

From mountaineering to bouldering, beginner to advanced — national parks have something for climbers of every skill level.

Trails & Hiking

Time to lace up your hiking boots! National parks offer many opportunities to hit the trails.

SEE, DO & EXPERIENCE

Biking Through Beauty & History

Biking

Finding Feathered Friends

Birds & Birding

Recreation in Rivers, Lakes & Oceans

Boating & Watersports

Sleep under the stars

Camping

Navigating National Parks

Compass & GPS Activities

Horses, Burros & Mules

Horseback Riding & Stock Use

Sharing Traditions

Hunting

A Symphony of Sounds

Natural Sounds

Picturing the Parks

Photography

Observe the World Around You

Watching Wildlife

The Wild Is Calling

Wilderness

A Winter Sports Wonderland

Winter Sports

More Information

Outdoor recreation opportunities allow people to more fully experience our beautiful public lands and waterways. The U.S. Department of the Interior has hundreds of recreation opportunities for you to explore on your public lands in all 50 states and U.S. territories. Visit Recreation.gov to make reservations, buy passes and get permits.