George Washington & Jefferson National Forests
Explore Your Forests
From lush forests and cold mountain streams to unique mountaintop balds, over 1.8 million acres of Appalachian forests in Virginia, West Virginia, and Kentucky are yours to explore.
Mountain Valley Pipeline and Jefferson National Forest
Highlights
Recent News
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Forest Service Hosts Kids Fishing Day
Release Date: Apr 19, 2024
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Forest Service to conduct prescribed burn in Hardy County on Thursday, April 18, 2024
Release Date: Apr 18, 2024
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Forest Service to conduct prescribed burn in Montgomery County on Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Release Date: Apr 18, 2024
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Forest Service to conduct prescribed burn in Wythe County on Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Release Date: Apr 16, 2024
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Forest Service to conduct prescribed burn in Pendleton County on Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Release Date: Apr 16, 2024
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Forest Service to conduct prescribed burn in Bath County on Monday, April 15, 2024
Release Date: Apr 15, 2024
Spotlights
Project Frees a Stream - and Trapped Trout
The George Washington and Jefferson National Forest partners with Trout Unlimited to complete a project improving stream health.
Forest Receives Award for Habitat Management
The National Wild Turkey Foundation awarded the Forest the “Making Tracks” award in conservation achievements.
Resource Advisory Committee (RAC)
The RAC works with the forest and partners to improve conditions via projects that provide local jobs, restore landscapes, enhance recreation, combat invasive species and engage youth.
Forest Health
The Forest Service manages the national forests for multiple uses. We aim to protect, restore, and enhance forest ecosystems.