The program is designed to partially compensate private landowners with at least 10 contiguous acres of moderate to catastrophic timber loss from Hurricane Helene. Learn More about Eligibility and How to Apply
Parking lots are often completely full by 9:30 a.m. Come early or come late to increase your odds of getting a parking place. We open at 5 a.m. and close at 10 p.m. Plan Your Visit
Footbridge crossing a stream on the Talking Tree Trail is inaccessible to visitors. Detour options are available. Refer to the MIESF trail map. For updates, contact forest office. Trail Map/Contact
Find out about road and trail closures before you visit the forest. Full List of Road and Trail Closures
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