National Forest System (United States)

The National Forest System (NFS) in the United States is a network of public lands managed by the U.S. Forest Service, part of the Department of Agriculture. It includes over 150 national forests and grasslands across the country, totaling nearly 200 million acres. These lands are preserved for multiple uses such as recreation, wildlife habitat, grazing, timber harvesting, and watershed protection, while also conserving natural resources and ecosystems. The NFS aims to balance human needs and environmental health, providing public access to outdoor activities while ensuring sustainable management of these vital natural landscapes.