Forbes State Forest

First established as a forest reserve in 1909, Forbes State Forest offers a variety of natural, historical, and recreational resources to explore. Spanning Westmoreland, Somerset, & Fayette Counties, Forbes encompasses over 60,000 acres of forestland in Southwestern PA, providing visitors with numerous outdoor recreational opportunities. Unique natural features within Forbes includes the Quebec Run Wild Area, Roaring Run Natural Area, Mt. Davis (PA's highest point - 3,213 feet!), Spruce Flats Bog, and many more!


OUR MISSION:

The Bureau of Forestry’s mission is to ensure the long-term health, viability and productivity of the Commonwealth’s forests and to conserve native wild plants. The bureau will accomplish this mission by:

Managing state forests under sound ecosystem management, to retain their wild character and maintain biological diversity while providing pure water, opportunities for low-density recreation, habitats for forest plants and animals, sustained yields of quality timber, and environmentally sound utilization of mineral resources.

Protecting forestlands, public and private, from damage and/or destruction by fires, insects, diseases and other agents.

Promoting forestry and the knowledge of forestry by advising and assisting other government agencies, communities, landowners, forest industry, and the general public in the wise stewardship and utilization of forest resources.

Protecting and managing native wild flora resources by determining status, classifying, and conserving native wild plants.


EDUCATION:

Keep your eyes peeled for upcoming public programs!


EMAIL:

FD04@pa.gov


WEBSITE:

http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/forbes/


If you need maps, click here: http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/stateforests/forbes/maps/index.htm