Forest, Census-designated residential area in Bedford County, Virginia.
Forest extends across multiple neighborhoods at 266 meters elevation, featuring tree-lined streets and residential subdivisions near the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The settlement formed in the 1800s around timber production, with local sawmills processing wood from the surrounding hardwood forests.
The community maintains several annual festivals that celebrate Virginia's agricultural heritage through local food, music, and craft demonstrations.
Forest provides direct access to Route 221 and features multiple shopping centers, medical facilities, and educational institutions within its boundaries.
The area contains a network of underground springs that supply natural mineral water to many residential properties through private wells.
Location: Bedford County
Elevation above the sea: 266 m
GPS coordinates: 37.36670,-79.26670
Latest update: March 7, 2025 07:54
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