John B.
8/13/2024
This is a short diversion of the Blue Ridge Parkway on the windy road down to Brevard. Having passed through the area many times, it was not on my radar; my knowledge of forestry is slightly...
Cradle of Forestry
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11250 Pisgah Hwy
Pisgah Forest, NC 28768
*Temporarily Closed for Winter Hours, reopening April 7th, 2018* Continuing a legacy of forest conservation history, the Cradle of Forestry offers a snap shot of life at America's first school of Forestry along the Biltmore Campus Trail. You can also take a picturesque walk along the Forest Festival Trail complete with a restored 1914 logging locomotive, or take a simulated ride with firefighters aboard a helicopter on their way to a roaring fire in the wilds of Idaho in the Forest Discovery Center Exhibit Hall. Come explore the sights and sounds, check out the events and activities, and plan your adventure at the birthplace of Forest Conservation in America - the Cradle of Forestry in America. We are CLOSED November-March.
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5.028 reviews
Ed D.
9/26/2024
Great place for kids and adults alike. Good for a family outing. All trails are loops and approximately one mile long so do as many as you like. Historical forestry buildings with descriptive...
Mike R.
5/22/2024
Beautiful FREE park with lots of parking and trails with lots of attractions for kids and also for adults. Love the helicopter fire trip in their exhibit. don't forget to get your park passport...
Rebecca M.
8/7/2022
The Cradle of Forestry was a highlight of my recent trip to the mountains. It is 6,500 acres of land that has been preserved for the future generations to learn about forestry. It is located in...
Jordan E.
10/25/2022
Such gorgeous walking trails, trees, and open spaces to enjoy the Pisgah National Forest. I could spend all day here and not tire of the beautiful nature preserve. Incredibly interesting history...
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