Public access to Franklin State Forest in Franklin and Marion Counties resumed on Aug. 26, 2024, following a temporary closure that facilitated a still-ongoing investigation into vandalism and theft of state-owned equipment on the forest.
State Forester Heather Slayton said “We continue to pursue our mission to protect, conserve, and enhance the working forest at Franklin State Forest through active management practices. We welcome the public back and hope they will engage with us to understand the importance of active management to ensure healthy and thriving state forests for generations to come.”
Tennessee Dept. of Agriculture
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