Helpful Resources and Information
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Trails & Hiking
Explore miles of trails in the White River National ForestGet out on the trails!
Enjoy more than 450 miles of trails, two wilderness areas, four ski areas, and 62 peaks over 13,000 feet in elevation
Summit County Recreation Information
Biking, Boating, Camping & MoreWILDERNESS … OUR LEGACY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS
Welcome to your National Forest!
Dillon Ranger District Road Status Updates
Find out which off-highway vehicle roads are open/closed.OHV ROAD STATUS
Virtual Education Series
Learn about local geology, history, hydrography, climate, & more!FREE EDUCATIONAL WEBINARS
Your one stop shop for virtual learning.
Leave No Trace Seven Principles
National Forest Permits & Passes
Permits
Fuel Wood (seasonal)
A permit allowing individuals to harvest standing dead or downed dead trees for firewood use. Usually sold June through November. (Fee)
Pole and Post (Other Forest Products)
A permit allowing individuals to harvest wood products for uses other than fuel wood. (Fee)
Mushroom (seasonal)
A permit allowing individuals to harvest up to 67 pounds of mushrooms. (No Fee)
Christmas Tree (seasonal)
A permit allowing individuals to harvest lodgepole pines in designated areas during the Christmas season (Thanksgiving through Christmas). ($11 per tree)
Fuel Reduction Tree Removal
A permit allowing property owners to remove hazardous dead or dying trees from adjacent National Forest land. (Fee)
Prices are subject to change without notice. Contact the Dillon Ranger District or see website for more information.
Federal Passes
Available at the Dillon Ranger District Visitor Center
Senior Pass
A lifetime pass for US citizens or permanent residents 62 or older with proof of age. (One-time fee)
Access Pass
A lifetime pass for US citizens or permanent residents with a documented permanent disability. (No fee)
Annual Pass
An annual pass covering entrance and day-use fees on federal lands. Valid 12 months from purchase. (Fee)
All passes admit the passholder and accompanying passengers in a private vehicle to National Park sites. Passes may provide discounts at other federal recreation sites.
Visit the FDRD Retail Store
Location: 680 Blue River Parkway, Silverthorne, CO 80498
Phone: (970) 468-5400
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm (closed 12:30pm – 1:00pm for lunch)
Items for Sale
Educational Resources
Important Contact Information
Dillon Ranger District –
Summit County
(970) 468-5400
www.fs.usda.gov/whiteriver
www.dillonrangerdistrict.com
Holy Cross Ranger District – Minturn (Vail)
(970) 827-5715
www.fs.usda.gov/whiteriver
USFS Campground Reservations
(877) 444-6777
www.recreation.gov
Colorado Avalanche Information Center
(970) 668-0600
avalanche.state.co.us
Colorado Road Conditions
[877) 315- 7623 or (Cell) 511
www.cotrip.org
Summit County Road Information
(970) 668-1090
National Weather Service
(303) 494-4221
www.weather.gov
Colorado Parks and Wildlife
Hotline (970) 725-6200
www.cpw.state.co.us
Summit Stage Bus Service
Free Summit county-wide transportation
(970) 668-0999
St. Anthony Summit Medical Center
Frisco, CO
(970) 668-3300
Summit County Noxious Weeds
(970) 668-4218
(970) 668-4252
Summit County Non-Emergency Dispatch
(970) 668-8600
For ALL Emergencies, Call 911
Do not rely on cell phone coverage in forest or ski areas!