Explore the Forest!

The Wilderness Act of 1964 directs that many tracts of land remain in their natural condition for use and enjoyment now and in the future. Wilderness areas provide opportunities to find solitude and natural beauty as well as protect important habitat for many species of animal and plant life. Primitive forests store critical rain and snow for gradual release to streams and rivers and the areas provide crucial opportunities to study natural ecological relationships. Wilderness areas are managed in order to protect these many benefits.