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Cradle of Forestry In America Heritage Site

Indiana Source: ridb
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Nestled below the Blue Ridge Parkway on the Pisgah National Forest is the birthplace of forestry in America - the Cradle of Forestry.The Cradle abounds with ways to have fun while learning about the forest, traditional Blue Ridge culture, and forest management.Paved trails - perfect for strollers and wheelchairs - put the forest at your fingertips.Check out the brochure.

USGS Topo Good road labels

Nearby (≈ 5 miles)

Quick hits within ~8 km.

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BARNETT BRANCH TRAILHEAD
trailhead • 2.18 km
BUCKHORN GAP SHELTER
freecamp • 2.25 km
HEADWATERS ROADSIDE CAMPSITES
freecamp • 2.41 km
BENNETT GAP TRAILHEAD, UPPER
trailhead • 3.19 km
BIG EAST FORK
swimming • 3.48 km
CASE CAMP RIDGE TRAILHEAD
trailhead • 3.51 km
CANEY BOTTOM TRAILHEAD
trailhead • 3.59 km
BIG EAST FORK TRAILHEAD
trailhead • 3.83 km
SHINING CREEK TRAILHEAD
trailhead • 3.96 km
THOMPSON CREEK TRAILHEAD
trailhead • 4.63 km
Relief / Topo Great for terrain & contours

Weather (5-day)

Fri, Apr 17
55° / 75°
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Sat, Apr 18
60° / 79°
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Sun, Apr 19
40° / 61°
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Mon, Apr 20
38° / 64°
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Tue, Apr 21
40° / 71°
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