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USDA Forest Service opens 8 miles of new trails, new parking in Old Fort

Release Date: May 30th, 2025
OLD FORT, N.C., May 30, 2025 – The USDA Forest Service’s Grandfather Ranger District and its partners in McDowell County today opened new trails…

Black Swamp Fire Update- May 29, 2025

Release Date: May 29th, 2025
NEW BERN, N.C., May 29, 2025 – The Black Swamp Fire is now 100% contained at 950 acres thanks to the dedicated efforts of the USDA Forest Service…

More trail reopenings across Helene-damaged Appalachian Ranger District

Release Date: May 23rd, 2025
Visitors urged to use extra caution when visiting the Pisgah National Forest MARS HILL, N.C. (May 23, 2025) – In preparation for Memorial Day…

More Helene-Impacted Trails and Recreation Sites Reopen on Grandfather Ranger District

Release Date: May 22nd, 2025
Visitors should use extra caution when recreating outdoors this Memorial Day weekendNEBO, N.C., May 22, 2025 – The USDA Forest Service has updated…
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