Thursday, December 18, 2025

Question: What is Pisgah National Forest considered the birthplace of?

Answer: The Pisgah National Forest is home to the Cradle of Forestry, which marks the birthplace of professional forestry education in the U.S., predating the area’s formal establishment as a national forest in 1915. Today, visitors can explore preserved historic buildings, exhibits, and trails within the Cradle of Forestry section of the forest.