Recreation
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BLM, Bat Conservation International Monitor Bat Species on Lake Vermilion Islands

In 2025, the BLM Northeastern States District Office teamed up with Bat Conservation International (BCI) to acoustically monitor for threatened and endangered bat species in Lake Vermilion, Minnesota.
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Five stunning hiking destinations on BLM-managed lands in California

Every trail tells a story, and on the BLM-managed lands in California, those stories unfold across coastlines, deserts, grasslands, and mountains. Together, these places highlight the diversity of landscapes managed through a shared commitment to stewardship and public access.
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Applying for BLM Special Recreation Permits just got easier

As of Feb. 2, 2026, per the EXPLORE Act the BLM has implemented some significant updates to improve its Special Recreation Permit program.
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Take a scenic drive on Arizona’s Back Country Byways

Arizona offers four scenic Back Country Byways managed by the Bureau of Land Management, providing free access to diverse landscapes and recreation sites with a variety of recreation activities.
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Looking down on a river flowing through a canyon. Many types of plants are in the foreground including large saguaro and spiky ocotillo.

BLM’s Agua Fria National Monument is a worthwhile destination on your winter bucket list

Imagine cooler temperatures in the 60s ideal for hiking and plentiful opportunities for solitude, framed by the beautiful, seemingly endless expanse of Arizona desert. Discover the Agua Fria National Monument.
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A group of people gathered around a campfire at night, with some sitting in chairs and others preparing food under a shelter.

Celebrating Winter Solstice 2025 at the Meadowood SRMA

The Mustang Meadow pavilion at the Meadowood Special Recreation Management Area in Lorton, VA hosted a small celebration for the Winter Solstice this year.
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