Hoosier National Forest
Setting the Record Straight on Care for Our Forests and Wildlife
Forest Supervisor, Mike Chaveas, shares the facts about how the Forest Service cares for our public forests and wildlife in a three-part series.
Welcome to Hoosier National Forest
Hoosier National Forest, in the hills of south central Indiana, provides a wide mix of opportunities and resources for people to enjoy. Rolling hills, back-country trails, and rural crossroad communities make this small but beautiful 204,000 acre Forest a local treasure.
Forest managers work with the public to develop a shared vision of stewardship focused on restoring, maintaining, and interpreting the cultural and natural resources of our public lands.
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July 2024 FREE Events
Release Date: Jun 27, 2024
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“Oaks – The Trees of Life” presentation
Release Date: Jun 17, 2024
Features
District Ranger Discusses Draft Decision on Houston South Project
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District Ranger, Chris Thornton, gives the current status of the Houston South Vegetation Management and Restoration Project and explains the importance of it.
Setting the Record Straight on Care for Our Forests and Wildlife – Part 3
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Forest Supervisor, Mike Chaveas, shares the facts about how the Forest Service cares for our public forests and wildlife.
Spotlights
Photograph Your Forest Contest
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The Hoosier National Forest is excited to announce a photo contest open to the general public! Come visit the Hoosier and capture spectacular views, special moments and hidden gems.
Charles C. Deam Wilderness
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As Indiana's only officially designated Wilderness, the Charles C. Deam Wilderness is special. Discover what Wilderness means and how to keep up the area's untrammeled spirits.
Hemlock Cliffs Trail Makeover
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Get the scoop on this trail improvement project funded by the Great American Outdoors Act.
Buffalo Trace Interactive Map
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Whether sitting at home or out and about traveling this historic route, you can now learn more about the history that makes up the Buffalo Trace through the new Interactive Story Map.