Forest Service Debuts New Recreation Mobile App

The U.S. Forest Service has released a new mobile app, National Forests and Grasslands, providing the most comprehensive collection of recreation sites and planning tools ever offered to the public.

- The app includes offline maps, safety alerts, and amenity details for over 30,000 recreation sites and 165,000 miles of trails. - Users can search for activities like hiking, fishing, biking, and camping, and download maps for use in remote areas.

- The app replaces nearly 30 outdated agency apps and aims to improve visitor safety and access for the 164 million annual visitors. The app is available for download on iOS and Android, and the Forest Service encourages users to check conditions and alerts before trips.