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Six Accessible Destinations to Enjoy Fall on National Forests

Here are six accessible National Forest destinations for visitors with a variety of mobility needs to enjoy all the colors our...

Capturing Connection in Wild Places

Alex Kim is a photographer and the founder and director of the BIPOC outdoor recreation program Here Montana. For him, both...

2024 National Forest Week™ Photo Contest Winners

For yet another year, we were in awe of your talent for submitting such breathtaking photos. We are excited to announce this...

Find Your Next Winter Adventure on a National Forest

From downhill skiing to ice fishing, National Forests are a great place to start looking for your next winter adventure.

Six Winter Birds You Can Find on National Forests

There is something magical about venturing out into the cold and bearing witness to all of the ways winter landscapes are full...

Take a Colorful Ride on a National Forest

As magical as National Forest scenic byways can be, many bike trails on those same forests can be just as awe-inspiring.

National Forest Week™ Photo Contest Winners 2023

We received more than 1,300 photo submissions featuring incredible moments, landscapes, and memories from the National Forest...

Up in the Sky: Boats Delivered by Helicopter to Cabins on the Tongass National Forest

Over 20 small boats delivered to lake-side cabins on the Tongass National Forest

Delight Your Senses on a Scenic Drive in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest

If you’re looking for the perfect day adventure or weekend camping destination, then check out this short and sweet scenic...

We asked the NFF staff what Forest Mode Means to Them: This is What They Said

Happy National Forest Week! To celebrate, we asked the National Forest Foundation (NFF) staff what this year’s theme, Forest...

Six Things to Do When Visiting Nantahala National Forest

The Nantahala National Forest is a natural wonderland spanning over 530,000 acres across western North Carolina. If you're...

A Guide to Arizona's Starry Night Sky

The National Forest Foundation is a founder and collaborative partner of the Sonoran Insiders program, a collaborative effort...

Five Best Beginner Hikes in the Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest (from a Local!)

Of the eight National Forests in Washington State, one is especially beloved by urban dwellers and visitors. Explore these...

The Sweet Taste of Success: Foraging in the Appalachian Mountains

Get Lost in the Woods with these Five Books

Books are often portals to new places and a great way to experience wonder without ever leaving the couch. The Forest also...