Few national forests offer the range of ecosystems that the Francis Marion does. From its open pine forests to its sultry moss-draped swamps, this coastal wonderland offers a visitor the unique opportunity to: hike miles through stately longleaf pine stands; peer into the rich, salt-scented, wildlife-rich depths of a marsh at low tide; or paddle into the mysterious heart of the swampy, blackwater jungle—all in a single visit. (more)
Sumter National Forest
The Sumter National Forest lies within both the Blue Ridge (Andrew Pickens Ranger District) and the piedmont (Long Cane and Enoree ranger districts) areas in South Carolina where variations in elevation lead to differences in the natural resources across the forest. (more)
If you live near a forested area, there are things you can do to lessen the danger of wildfire to your home and property. Learn more about not only the dangers of wildfire, but about the ways in which the Forest Service uses fire itself as a tool to reduce the chances of catastrophic wildfire.
Fact sheets report forest data by fiscal year. You'll find information on acreage, facilities, fire, recreation and wildlife species, to name only a few.
Few national forests offer the range of ecosystems that the Francis Marion does. From its open pine forests to its sultry moss-draped swamps, this coastal wonderland offers a visitor the unique opportunity to: hike miles through stately longleaf pine stands; peer into the rich, salt-scented, wildlife-rich depths of a marsh at low tide; or paddle into the mysterious heart of the swampy, blackwater jungle—all in a single visit. (
The Sumter National Forest lies within both the Blue Ridge (Andrew Pickens Ranger District) and the piedmont (Long Cane and Enoree ranger districts) areas in South Carolina where variations in elevation lead to differences in the natural resources across the forest. (
