The official Eastern Region National Forest app provides essential information about the National Forests from Minnesota to Maine, and from Missouri to West Virginia. This app includes information on recreational activities and sites, trail permit information, alerts, maps, news, events, directions and contact information. Plan and prepare your visit to the Forest with the many great tools and features such as “Things to Know”, “Things to See”, “Things to Do” and “Near Me”.
The Eastern Region is home to 55 designated wildernesses, 20 wild and scenic rivers, 12 congressional study rivers, 5 national recreation areas, and 4 national scenic trails. These congressionally designated areas are a unique and vital resource. In addition to offering recreation opportunities, they are valuable for their scientific and educational uses, serve as benchmarks for ecological studies, and preserve the diversity of historical and natural features found within the Region.