Hoosier National Forest
The Hoosier National Forest is a property managed by the United States Forest Service in the hills of southern Indiana. Composed of four separate sections, it has a total area of 202,814 acres (821 km2; 317 sq mi). Hoosier National Forest's headquarters are located in Bedford, with a regional office in Tell City. Prominent places within the Forest include the Lick Creek Settlement, Potts Creek Rockshelter Archeological Site, and Jacob Rickenbaugh House.
| Hoosier National Forest | |
|---|---|
IUCN category VI (protected area with sustainable use of natural resources) | |
Sycamore trail in Hoosier National Forest | |
| Location | Indiana, United States |
| Nearest city | Bloomington, IN |
| Coordinates | 38.461°N 86.494°W |
| Area | 202,814 acres (820.76 km2) |
| Established | October 1, 1961 |
| Governing body | U.S. Forest Service |
| Website | Hoosier National Forest |
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