National Forests in North Carolina: Croatan-Nantahala-Pisgah-Uwharrie National Forests
The National Forests of North Carolina (NFsNC) include four national forests (Nantahala, Uwharrie, Pisgah, and Croatan) covering 1.2 million acres, from the mountains to the sea. These forests provide a wealth of recreational opportunities including hunting, fishing, hiking, climbing and water sports. At the Cradle of Forestry, visitors can learn about the history of forest management in the United States. The Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest are just a few of the attractions.
Driving Directions
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For Visitors...
The things to do at National Forests in North Carolina: Croatan-Nantahala-Pisgah-Uwharrie National Forests are bike riding, boating, climbing, fishing, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, water sports, wildlife viewing and off-highway vehicles. Visitors taking a northcentral North Carolina vacation can find camping spots here. There's a picnic area.Find other northcentral North Carolina area lakes and vacation ideas or return to the home page.