Recreation.gov - Camping, cabins, RVs, permits, passes, and more

Recreation.gov is the federal government’s centralized travel planning and reservation platform. Since it was first conceived as an information sharing service in 1995, this public program has continued to grow and evolve. Recreation.gov is now the outdoor recreation system for 14 federal agencies, designed to support land stewardship and enable visitors to discover and experience public lands and waters.

Recreation.gov is committed to equity, fairness, conservation, and customer experience by providing high-quality facility management solutions and visitor reservation systems. This valuable government service provides 14 participating federal agencies with secure and compliant technology solutions and facility management tools, as well as dedicated resources and support for training, communications, technology needs, and day-to-day operations.

The 14 agencies that provide reservations or data through Recreation.gov provide all location descriptions and imagery; set policies, guidelines, business rules, and fees; determine available sites and activities; and share data through the platform. Local agency managers work with the Recreation.gov government and contractor teams to provide the best visitor experience.

Agencies that provide reservations on Recreation.gov

• Bureau of Land Management

The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of land, primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska. The public lands we manage offer more recreational opportunities than any other federal agency, and more than 99 percent of them are free to access. The BLM works closely with partners so visitors of all ages can enjoy countless types of outdoor activities, from camping and hiking to hunting, fishing, whitewater rafting, and off-road vehicle driving. With more than 55 million people living within 25 miles of these lands, BLM-managed lands are considered America’s Outdoor Wonderland, a treasure “from the backyard to the backcountry.”

• Bureau of Reclamation

The Bureau of Reclamation’s water resources program is one of the most popular water-based outdoor recreation programs in the United States, encompassing approximately 6.5 million acres of land and water, much of which is accessible to public outdoor recreation. In addition to providing water-based outdoor recreation opportunities, these recreation areas often include significant natural and cultural resources and offer unique educational and interpretive opportunities. Twelve reclamation projects have been designated as National Recreation Areas, managed by either the National Park Service or the U.S. Forest Service.

• National Archives and Records Administration

The National Archives and Records Administration serves American democracy by protecting and preserving the records of our government, ensuring that people can discover, use, and learn from this documentary heritage. We ensure ongoing access to essential documents concerning the rights of American citizens and the actions of their government. We support democracy, promote civic education, and foster historical understanding of our nation’s experience.

• National Park Service

The National Park System encompasses more than 84 million acres and is comprised of 417 sites with at least 19 different names. These include 129 historic parks or sites, 87 national monuments, 59 national parks, 25 battlefields or military parks, 19 protected areas, 18 recreational areas, 10 waterfronts, 4 parkways, 4 lakeshores, and 2 conservation areas. The NPS also helps manage dozens of affiliated sites, the National Register of Historic Places, National Heritage Areas, National Wild and Scenic Rivers, National Historic Landmarks, and National Trails.

• Navy District Washington

Navy District Washington (NDW) is known as the "Backdeck of the Navy." Centered on the nation's capital, NDW covers more than 4,000 square miles in the National Capital Region (NCR) in Virginia and Maryland. Navy District Washington provides shore readiness through designated facilities to conduct missions and support domestic and international visits and ceremonies. Navy District Washington is a proactive and forward-thinking component of Joint Task Force NCR and works in partnership with local, state, and federal agencies in the region. The Morale, Welfare and Recreation Program is an extension of NDW and is responsible for hosting events and activities and providing high-quality, innovative recreational programs.

• Presidio Trust

The Presidio Trust is an innovative federal agency charged with stewarding and sharing the history, beauty and wonder of the Presidio for everyone to enjoy forever. The Trust pursues a triple bottom line of people, planet and performance. It is committed to ensuring that the Presidio is visited and enjoyed by all, setting an example of outstanding practices in protecting nature and reducing environmental impact, and serving the public efficiently and effectively. The Trust earns funds to manage the Presidio by operating park operations, from leasing homes and workspaces to providing visitor facilities. Unlike other national parks, the Trust does not receive annual grants directly. The Trust manages the Presidio in partnership with the National Park Service and with the support of the Golden Gate National Park Service.

• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

National Wildlife Refuges offer endless opportunities to explore natural beauty that are unmatched. More than 47 million visitors flock to these natural treasures from around the globe each year. With extensive trails, drive-in tours, boardwalks, overlooks, hunting and photography blinds, fishing piers and boat launches, the National Wildlife Refuge System offers great opportunities for learning and fun.

• U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is one of the nation’s leading federal providers of outdoor recreation, with more than 400 lake and river projects in 43 states. Visitors of all ages can enjoy traditional activities like hiking, boating, fishing, camping and hunting, while for those who are a little more adventurous, there’s snorkeling, windsurfing, whitewater rafting, mountain biking and geocaching. With 90% of our recreation areas within 50 miles of major metropolitan centers, there’s a Corps station near you.

• U.S. Forest Service

The U.S. Forest Service manages forests and grasslands across the country, with vast landscapes waiting to be discovered. Visitors who choose to recreate on these public lands can find more than 158,000 miles of trails, 10,000 developed recreation sites, 57,000 miles of streams, 122 alpine ski areas, 338,000 heritage sites, and specially designated places, including 9,100 miles of byways, 22 recreation areas, 11 scenic areas, 439 wilderness areas, 122 wild and scenic rivers, 9 monuments, and 1 preserve.

Agencies Sharing Data on Recreation.gov

• Bureau of Engraving and Printing

BEP's mission is to design and manufacture high-quality security documents that prevent counterfeiting and meet customer requirements for quality, quantity, and performance. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing designs, prints, and delivers a variety of security documents, including Federal Reserve Notes, identification cards, certificates of naturalization, and other special security documents.

• Federal Highway Administration

America's Byways is the collective name for a collection of 150 unique and diverse byways designated by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. America's Byways include National Scenic Byways and All-American Highways. America's Byways are gateways to adventure, and no two experiences are the same. Through the National Scenic Byways program, the Federal Highway Administration invites you to get closer to the heart and soul of America.

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

We enrich lives through science. People rely on us for weather forecasts and alerts. Our scientists observe the world up close and far. We also protect sanctuaries and research reserves for people to enjoy today and in the future. This includes a network of underwater parks - 13 National Marine Sanctuaries that provide beautiful settings for recreational activities. From wreck diving to whale watching, you can find an adventure! NOAA also works with coastal states to manage 29 National Estuarine Research Reserves that serve as biological laboratories and kayaking and bird watching sanctuaries. We hope you'll join us in celebrating the rich and diverse environments along our coasts and Great Lakes!

• Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian visitors can visit 19 world-class museums, galleries, gardens and zoos. The Smithsonian has 11 museums and galleries on the National Mall, 6 other museums and the National Zoo in the greater National Capital Region. In New York City, we invite you to visit two historic museums.

• Tennessee Valley Authority

TVA was created by Congress in 1933 with a unique mission – to improve the quality of life in the Valley through comprehensive management of the region’s resources. For more than eight decades, we have worked tirelessly to fulfill that mission, and we work just as hard to make life better for the 9 million people who live, work and play in the Valley today. We serve the people of the Tennessee Valley by focusing on three key areas: energy, environment and economic development.