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Established in 1905, the Forest Service, an agency of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is the nation’s foremost federal forestry organization. The agency is a world leader in forest research, providing leadership in the sustainable management, conservation, use, and stewardship of natural and cultural resources on national forests and ...

What is the Forest Service? We are a federal agency under the U.S. Department of Agriculture that manages 193 million acres of land, roughly the size of Texas. We manage public lands in the form of national forests and grasslands, provide technical and financial assistance to state, private, and tribal forestry agencies and make up the largest ...

We offer a wide variety of career opportunities that span communities nationwide. Use the links below to find out more about common careers with the Forest Service and some of the hiring programs we support.

Get more information about your national forest and grassland through our convenient links or by using our Visitor Map. Special places to explore Browse our growing collection of destinations that allow you to explore while you plan your trip.

U.S. Forest Service International Programs promotes sustainable forest management and biodiversity conservation internationally. By linking the skills of the field-based staff of the U.S. Forest Service with partners overseas, the agency can address the world’s most critical forestry issues and concerns.

The Interactive Forest Visitor Map is an online or mobile app that provides the public with information on Forest Service roads, trails, recreation sites, wilderness areas, and wild and scenic rivers.

Jan 15, 2025 · The Research and Development arm of the Forest Service, a component of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, works at the forefront of science to improve the health and use of our Nation's forests and grasslands.

Before you visit, contact the local Forest Service district or forest office, as they are more aware of local ranges, local orders and restrictions, issues and special conditions that may affect you. More general information can be found below.

Our strategic plan embodies our focus on the future, providing the American people with a vision of our direction for the next 5 years. Our plan contains four outcome-oriented goals for the Forest Service. Sustain Our Nation’s Forests and Grasslands. Deliver Benefits to the Public. Apply Knowledge Globally. Excel as a High-Performing Agency.