List of Alabama state forests facts for kids

Alabama has special places called state forests. These forests are managed by the Alabama Forestry Commission. They help keep our environment healthy and provide resources for people.

Alabama's Current State Forests

This section will tell you about the state forests that are currently active in Alabama. Each forest has a special purpose, like growing trees for wood, offering fun outdoor activities, or protecting wildlife.

Choccolocco State Forest

• Location: Calhoun County
• Size: About 4,536 acres. That's a really big area!
• Purpose: This forest is mainly used for growing timber (trees for wood). It's also part of the Choccolocco Wildlife Management Area. This means it's a place where animals are protected and managed by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.

Edward A. Hauss State Forest Nursery

• Location: Escambia County
• Size: About 319 acres.
• Purpose: This forest has a special nursery where young trees are grown. These young trees are then planted in other forests. It also grows timber.

Geneva State Forest

• Location: Geneva County
• Size: About 7,120 acres. This is the largest state forest in Alabama!
• Purpose: This forest is a great place for hunting and other fun outdoor activities. It also grows timber.

Little River State Forest

• Location: Escambia County and Monroe County
• Size: About 2,100 acres.
• Purpose: This forest offers recreational activities and is used for growing timber. It also has special hunting opportunities for people with disabilities.

Macon State Forest

• Location: Macon County
• Size: About 190 acres.
• Purpose: This forest is used for growing timber and offers special hunting opportunities for people with disabilities.

Weogufka State Forest

• Location: Coosa County
• Size: About 240 acres.
• Purpose: This forest is mainly used for growing timber.

See also

• List of U.S. National Forests