United States Pennsylvania Sheffield Township
Allegheny National Forest
A vast expanse of US federal land featuring diverse ecosystems with trails, camping, and myriad outdoor recreational activities.
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Allegheny National Forest covers over 500,000 acres of land in Northern Pennsylvania and is considered one of the least-densely populated areas east of the Mississippi. It was established in 1923 and is the only national forest in Pennsylvania.
Allegheny National Forest certainly follows the motto of “Land of Many Uses,” as locals rely on the timber, oil, and natural gas from this area. However, as technology is changing, there could be benefits to this area, or part of it, becoming a national park.
The forest is home to a few pockets of old-growth forest that have survived the unrestrained logging history. The forest also is filled with rivers, waterfalls, plateaus, and valleys for visitors to enjoy while out on a hike or a scenic drive.
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Allegheny National Forest Articles
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America’s Next National Park? Top Contenders for 2023
Read more...In 2019, White Sands National Park became America’s 62nd national park. Two years later, New River Gorge National Park became the nation’s 63rd. Now we’re all wondering: which park will take the title next? Lucky for us, the top contenders for America’s next national park include scenic national forests, ancient cultural sites, lazy rivers, and […]