The Wayne National Forest is a patchwork of public land that covers over a quarter million acres of Appalachian foothills of southeastern Ohio. The Forest is divided into three units managed out of two Ranger District offices located in Nelsonville and Ironton, with a field office in Marietta.

The Forest features over 300 miles of trails for hiking, all-terrain vehicle riding, mountain biking, or horseback riding in season.  The trails are open to ATVs, mountain bikes, and horseback riders from mid-April to mid-December each year. Come visit the Wayne and hike or ride our trails!

Recent News

• Wayne National Forest Announces Telegraph Trail Closure

  Release Date: Aug 7, 2020  

Features

Wayne National Forest Recreation Updates

Thanks to the efforts of employees, volunteers, and partners, our designated trails will open to off-highway vehicle (OHV), horse, and mountain bike use on May 15^th. Follow along for current conditions and services at our recreation areas. 

Forest Plan Revision

The Wayne National Forest is currently in the process of revising its Forest Plan. This process began in April of 2018. Learn more about what this means, where we are in the process, and how you can get involved!

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Spotlights

Sunny Oaks Project Information

The Sunny Oaks project intends to create young, brushy forests of oaks and hickories, increase forest resiliance, and contribute to local economies through commercial timber harvests. 

Baileys Mountain Bike Trail System Partnership

A diverse and growing group of local residents and community leaders envision a nationally recognized mountain bike project as a means of elevating the region.

Current and Recent Projects in Analysis

Before certain activities can take place on the Wayne National Forest, we complete an analysis of the potential effects and involve the public.