Pike State Forest is a

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in the state of

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. Located off State Route 124, it covers an area of in western Pike County and eastern Highland County.

History

In 1924 the acquisition for the lands of the forest began, with the objective of restoring damaged woodland affected by fire and human interference to a form of protection. In the 1930s the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Division of Forestry undertook much of the restoration work.

Landscape and resources

Pike State Forest, whilst a protected area, offers a wide range of recreational activities, and the area is open to the public from April 1 to November 30 every year. It has of trails for hiking and

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, of trail open to

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s and off-road all-terrain vehicles. In season, Pike State Forest is also open to public hunting and fishing. Anderson Lake within the forest is a popular spot for fishing.

References

Ohio state forests Protected areas established in 1924 Civilian Conservation Corps in Ohio Protected areas of Pike County, Ohio Protected areas of Highland County, Ohio {{AppalachianOH-geo-stub