Land & Resources Management
Francis Marion National Forest
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)
Features
Travel Management on the Francis Marion and Sumter Forests
TAP is intended to identify opportunities to assist managers in addressing the unique ecological, economic and social conditions on the National Forests and Grasslands related to the road system. In addition, TAP and corresponding Travel Analysis Reports (TARs) are not intended to be one time analyses. They are meant to be updated over time as social, economic and environmental conditions and management considerations influencing our road system change.
Alerts & Warnings
- Woods Ferry Recreation Area temporarily closed
- Sumter Nat'l Forest opens several more areas today (10/31)
- Closures on Francis Marion Nat'l Forest (Litchfield/Lottie bridges
- Candy Branch Rifle closed until further notice
- Emergency Bridge Closure off Forest Service Rd. 251H
- Long Cane district office reopening in new location
- Check the Call Before You Haul hotline before riding our OHV trails
- FSR 376 Asias Branch Road closed on Enoree Ranger District
- FSR 374 (Hunting Fork Rd) closed
- America the Beautiful passes unavailable at Supervisor's & Long Cane offices
- Damaged bridges along the Enoree Passage of Palmetto Trail; exercise caution
- Please be aware of open well hazards on Sumter National Forest
- Enoree Ranger District Rifle Range Cleaning Schedule