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Clemmons Educational State Forest

Visit on your scheduleNovember 1 through end of February: Tuesday–Friday 9 am–5 pm; closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday. March 1–October 31: Tuesday–Friday 9 am–5 pm, Saturday–Sunday 11 am–6 pm. Closed designated state holidays including Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's and MLK Day.

Clemmons Educational State Forest2411 Old U.S. 70 West, Clayton, NC 27520Directions

All ages

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About this adventure

North Carolina's first Educational State Forest (opened 1976) near Clayton, built for learning in the woods. Self-guided trails include the Forest Geology Trail with 'Talking Rocks', the 'Talking Tree' Trail where recorded trees tell their stories, the Forest Demonstration Trail and the Watershed Extension Loop, alongside exhibits, picnic facilities, outdoor education workshops and ranger-conducted classes.

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