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Friends of DuPont Forest is a membership organization dedicated to the preservation of DuPont State Recreational Forest, home of more than 10,000 acres of forest, trails, and waterfalls near Brevard, North Carolina.

Join us in preserving the beauty and adventure of the forest

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Friends of DuPont Forest is a membership organization dedicated to the preservation of DuPont State Recreational Forest, home of more than 10,000 acres of forest, trails, and waterfalls between Hendersonville and Brevard, North Carolina.

Join us in preserving the beauty and adventure of the forest

Get Involved
Maps & Directions

Parking and Visitor Center Info

Explore the Trails

The forest is open daily from 5am to 10pm.

DuPont Forest Single-Track Trails Closed - Nov. 13, 2018

Heads up! The NC Forest Service has just announced that all single-track trails in DuPont Forest are closed due to wet and rainy conditions. They anticipate the trails will be back open on Saturday, November 17th. Please see the official announcement…
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Become a Forest Festival Sponsor.

We appreciate the support of our sponsors and all who support the Forest to help maintain its use and enjoyment for everyone.

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Hooker Falls with fall foliage

Waterfall & Trail Guides

Plan your trip with our trail and waterfall guides or choose an attraction to explore all that DuPont Forest has to offer.

Recreation & Use Policies

The forest welcomes all visitors. We asks that you follow the rules and user policies set forth by the NC Division  of Forest Resources.

Hiking   |   Mountain Biking  |  Equestrian  |  Fishing

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Join us to help conserve and protect the Forest

When you become a member of Friends of DuPont Forest, you’ll stay connected to events and volunteer opportunities. By joining, you are helping to support our efforts to preserve resources, educate our community, and create an enjoyable experience for visitors.

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