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Chattahoochee-Oconee
National Forests
1755 Cleveland Hwy.
Gainesville, GA 30501
Phone: 770.297.3000
TDD: 770.297.3093
As part of America's national forest system, the Chattahoochee and Oconee National Forests represent the finest outdoor recreation opporutnities and natural resources Georgia has to offer. These lands are rich in history and culture you'll find fascinating to explore.
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October 22, 2008: The southern slopes of Brasstown Bald are putting on a show. Cold weather and more color is on its way. Details here.
October 1, 2008: The public is invited to participate in two fascinating, educational and fun field trips to the Oconee National Forest. We'll be visiting several sites in the forest that represent different forest conditions that present challenges and opportunities to improving the health of the Oconee National Forest. Don't miss this chance to learn about the forest ecosystems with Forest Service Ranger Erin Bronk and our biologists, soil scientist, hydrologist, and others. Get the details now.
August 2008: In this video, Forest Supervisor George Bain talks about horseback riding in the national forest, its environmental effects, some solutions, and the benefit of working with volunteers and partners to provide a great riding experience while protecting our natural resourses. Watch now >>>
As we enter the fall fire season in north Georgia, are you prepared and is your home Fire Wise? Check out this informative literature from InterfaceSouth.
Learn how you can benefit from the national pass program, which pass is best for you and recent changes to the program.
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