The U.S. Forest Service manages 154 national forests and 20 national grasslands covering approximately 193 million acres of public land. Forest Service volunteer opportunities include campground hosting, visitor services, trail work, recreation assistance, and other support roles across national forest districts nationwide.
HitchPath's current Forest Service inventory is sourced from Volunteer.gov and consists entirely of volunteer opportunities. Site arrangements, hookups, schedules, and any compensation — such as a provided campsite or small stipend — vary by individual opportunity and district. Always review the specific Volunteer.gov listing before applying. For campground and site-host positions specifically, see the dedicated National Forest campground host jobs page.
Paid federal Forest Service employment — positions such as campground aide, recreation assistant, and fee collector carrying GS pay grades — is posted through USAJOBS (usajobs.gov). HitchPath does not currently list paid Forest Service positions. If you are looking for paid federal Forest Service appointments, search USAJOBS directly.
Forest Service volunteer positions are managed by individual forest districts and posted through Volunteer.gov. Browse current listings below and contact the district listed in each posting — district staff handle scheduling, site details, and position requirements.
Hookup availability varies widely by campground and district. Developed campgrounds in high-traffic recreation areas may offer electric and water at the host site; remote primitive campgrounds often have no hookups at all. Always confirm hookup type with the district office before accepting a placement.
Season dates vary by elevation and location. Most positions in mountainous areas run May through October; lower-elevation forests in the Southeast and Southwest may have longer seasons or year-round openings. Confirm season dates with the specific district before applying.
Forest Service volunteer positions listed on HitchPath do not include a formal wage. Whether a free campsite is provided, and any other benefits such as a stipend, vary by individual opportunity and district. Review the specific Volunteer.gov listing for full compensation details before applying.
HitchPath is not affiliated with or endorsed by any government agency. Listings may come from official sources and employer submissions when available. Always review the official listing before applying.