Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server for Claude CodeGive Claude Code instant access to 10 tools to Get Activity, Get Facility, Get Organization, and more
GDPR Free for SubscribersClaude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Recreation.gov (RIDB) as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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The Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server for Claude Code is a standout in the Government Public Data category — giving your AI agent 10 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.
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claude mcp add recreationgov-ridb --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"Vinkius Desktop App
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About Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server
Connect to the Recreation Information Database (RIDB) and explore thousands of federal recreation sites, campgrounds, and historic landmarks across the United States through natural conversation.
Claude Code registers Recreation.gov (RIDB) as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 10 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Recreation.gov (RIDB) data drives decisions without human intervention.
What you can do
- Facility Discovery — Search for campgrounds, visitor centers, and parks using keywords, states, or specific activities.
- Geospatial Search — Find recreation spots near specific coordinates using radial search parameters.
- Detailed Metadata — Fetch complete descriptions, operating hours, and management information for any facility or recreation area.
- Activity Mapping — List and filter by supported activities like hiking, fishing, or camping to find the perfect spot.
- Visual Exploration — Retrieve associated images and media for facilities and recreation areas to preview your destination.
- Agency Insights — Identify the federal organizations and agencies managing specific public lands.
The Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
All 10 Recreation.gov (RIDB) tools available for Claude Code
When Claude Code connects to Recreation.gov (RIDB) through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning geospatial-data, campgrounds, public-lands, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.
Get activity on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Get details for a specific recreation activity
Get facility on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Get details for a specific recreation facility
Get organization on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Get details for a specific organization
Get recarea on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Get details for a specific recreation area
List activities on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
g., Hiking, Camping). List supported recreation activities
List facilities on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
) with optional filtering. Retrieve information about recreation facilities
List facility media on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Retrieve media for a facility
List organizations on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
List federal agencies managing resources
List recarea media on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Retrieve media for a recreation area
List recareas on Recreation.gov (RIDB)
List recreation areas
Connect Recreation.gov (RIDB) to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to wire Recreation.gov (RIDB) into Claude Code. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.
Install Claude Code
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installedAdd the MCP Server
Verify the connection
claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a sessionStart using Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Why Use Claude Code with the Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Recreation.gov (RIDB) through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Recreation.gov (RIDB) tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Recreation.gov (RIDB) + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Recreation.gov (RIDB) tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Recreation.gov (RIDB) nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Recreation.gov (RIDB) outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Recreation.gov (RIDB) status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Example Prompts for Recreation.gov (RIDB) in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Recreation.gov (RIDB) immediately.
"List all recreation facilities in Florida that support 'Hiking'."
"Show me the media and images for facility ID 233330."
"What are the supported recreation activities I can search for?"
Troubleshooting Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Recreation.gov (RIDB) to Claude Code through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Recreation.gov (RIDB) + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Explore More MCP Servers
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