Southwestern Region

Southwestern Region
333 Broadway SE [map]
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 842-3292
TTY: (505) 842-3198

About Us

The Southwestern Region is 20.6 million acres. There are six national forests in Arizona, five national forests and a national grassland in New Mexico, and one national grassland each in Oklahoma and the Texas panhandle. These National Forest System lands are marked by sudden bursts of alpine peaks, colorful mesas, and breathtaking canyons. This sun-baked region also features wild whitewater rivers and clear mountain streams. Renowned for its culture, this area's unique heritage is clearly visible in its wealth of prehistoric and historic sites and in the lives of many of its people who still celebrate the ways of centuries past.

REGIONAL OFFICE STAFF LISTING
The Regional Office in Albuquerque, New Mexico, provides administrative oversight and support to national forests and grasslands in the Southwestern Region. The Regional Office staff coordinates activities between national forests, monitors activities on national forests to ensure quality operations, provides guidance for forest plans, and allocates budgets to forests. Regional Forester Corbin Newman leads the Southwestern Region.

ABOUT THE SOUTHWESTERN REGION FORESTS
Map of the Region, quick facts and links to forest Web sites.

HISTORY
History of the Forest Service in the Southwest, creation of Forest Reserves and National Forests, Smokey Bear, historical photos, and more.