Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server for CursorGive Cursor instant access to 10 tools to Get Activity, Get Facility, Get Organization, and more

Name: Recreation.gov (RIDB)
Price: 29 USD
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Author: Vinkius

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Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.

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The Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server for Cursor 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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Classic Setup·json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "recreationgov-ridb": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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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.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Recreation.gov (RIDB) into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Recreation.gov (RIDB) and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 10 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

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 Cursor 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 Cursor

When Cursor 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

Get activity on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

Get details for a specific recreation activity

get

Get facility on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

Get details for a specific recreation facility

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Get organization on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

Get details for a specific organization

get

Get recarea on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

Get details for a specific recreation area

list

List activities on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

g., Hiking, Camping). List supported recreation activities

list

List facilities on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

) with optional filtering. Retrieve information about recreation facilities

list

List facility media on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

Retrieve media for a facility

list

List organizations on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

List federal agencies managing resources

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List recarea media on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

Retrieve media for a recreation area

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List recareas on Recreation.gov (RIDB)

List recreation areas

Connect Recreation.gov (RIDB) to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to wire Recreation.gov (RIDB) into Cursor. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Recreation.gov (RIDB)

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Recreation.gov (RIDB), help me...". 10 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Recreation.gov (RIDB) through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Recreation.gov (RIDB) + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Example Prompts for Recreation.gov (RIDB) in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor 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 Cursor

Common issues when connecting Recreation.gov (RIDB) to Cursor through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Recreation.gov (RIDB) + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Recreation.gov (RIDB) MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.

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