The U.S. Forest Service has announced the availability of day-use permits for 2024 in the Ozark-St. Francis National Forests. The permits are accepted at designated day use sites and areas such as swim beaches, picnic sites, and trailheads. A permit holder is allowed free access to day use areas typically charging a daily $3-$5 fee.
Permits are $30 and can be used for day use activities at Barkshed, Blanchard Springs, Horsehead Lake, Long Pool, Mill Creek, Moccasin Gap, Redding, Shores Lake, Sorghum Hollow, Spring Lake, Syllamo Mountain Bike Trail and Wolf Pen.
Revenue generated from seasonal day use permits is reinvested into local forest recreation sites in the form of trash pickups, septic and toilet pumping, painting, cleaning, addressing the backlog of deferred maintenance, conducting patrols and maintaining highly used trails and campsites.
The 2024 Day Use Permits are available at most district offices. Visitors wishing to purchase a pass are encouraged to call ahead to ensure availability of passes. Click here for a list of offices.
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