List of Oregon state forests facts for kids

Oregon is a beautiful state in the United States, known for its amazing nature. It has six special areas called state forests. These forests are like big parks managed by the state government. Five of them are looked after by the Oregon Department of Forestry, which helps keep the forests healthy. One forest, the Elliott State Forest, is managed by the Oregon Department of State Lands. These forests are important for wildlife, recreation, and sometimes for timber.

Oregon's State Forests

Oregon is home to six important state forests. These forests are managed for many reasons, like protecting nature, providing places for people to visit, and sometimes for sustainable logging. Here's a quick look at them:

The Tillamook State Forest is the largest, covering a huge area. These forests offer many chances for outdoor fun, like hiking, camping, and wildlife watching. They also play a big role in keeping Oregon's environment healthy.

Former State Forests

Over time, some areas that were once state forests have changed. They might have been renamed or joined with other lands. Here are a few examples of former state forests:

• The Adair Tract State Forest is now called the Paul M. Dunn Research Forest. It is managed by Oregon State University.
• The George T. Gerlinger State Experimental Forest is now part of the West Oregon District. It is managed by the Oregon Department of Forestry.
• McDonald State Forest was located north of Corvallis.
• Van Duzer State Forest is now part of the H. B. Van Duzer Forest State Scenic Corridor. This area is known for its beautiful scenic drive.

See also

• Lists of Oregon-related topics
• Black Rock, Oregon