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The North Carolina Division of Forest Resources operates a system of Educational State Forests designed to teach the public - especially school children - about the forest environment. Each forest features self-guided trails that include exhibits, tree identification signs, a forest education center and a talking tree trail, plus picnic tables and shelters that may be reserved. Contact the forest offices to arrange programs for schools or other youth groups.

Clemmons Educational State Forest
2411 Old U.S. 70 West
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 553-5651
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Clemmons' pine stands and hardwoods are set on a pleasant rolling terrain highlighted by streams, a pond and rock formations. Note that although the Web site and brochure for Clemmons indicate camping is available, the campground has been closed. Click on the firetower photo for more information.

Holmes Educational State Forest
1299 Crab Creek Road
Hendersonville, NC 28739
(828) 692-0100
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With rugged terrain, numerous rock outcroppings and scenic vistas, Holmes offers a rich mixture of mountain hardwoods, rhododendron, flame azaleas and wildflowers.

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Jordan Lake Educational State Forest
2832 Big Woods Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
(919) 542-1154
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The Jordan Lake forest showcases a wide variety of pines and hardwoods found in a wetland ecosystem. Trails lead to the shore of the lake. Jordan also has a fire control exhibit. Click on the photo for more information.

Mountain Island Educational State Forest
1933 Mountain Island Highway
Mount Holly, NC 28120
(704) 813-3563
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Mountain Island is under development and not yet open to the public, but can schedule small groups.

Rendezvous Mountain Educational State Forest
1956 Rendevous Mountain Road
Purlear, NC 28655
(336) 667-5072
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Rendevous Mountain showcases magnificent mountain hardwoods in one of North Carolina's most scenic settings.

Turnbull Creek Educational State Forest
4803 Sweet Home Church Road
Elizabethtown, NC 28337
(910) 588-4161
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Turnbill Creek is located among Bladen County's numerous Carolina bays - mysterious land formations particular to this section of the state's Coastal Plain.

Tuttle Educational State Forest
3420 Playmore Beach Road
Lenoir, NC 28645
(828) 757-5608
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Tuttle boasts a wide variety of pines and hardwoods plus rolling terrain and clear streams in the foothills of the Blue Ridge.

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