Kentenia State Forest, Protected forest in Harlan County, Kentucky, United States.
Kentenia State Forest encompasses 4,277 acres of land with seven distinct tracts situated along the southern side of Pine Mountain.
The Department of Natural Resources acquired the forest in 1919 through a land donation from the Kentenia-Cantron coal company, establishing Kentucky's first state forest.
The forest serves as an outdoor learning center where visitors connect with Kentucky's natural heritage through guided educational programs and environmental studies.
Multiple hiking trails throughout the forest allow visitors to explore the terrain while observing native wildlife and plant species in their natural habitat.
The forest maintains several protected zones that support local biodiversity and contribute to regional conservation efforts in southeastern Kentucky.
Location: Kentucky
GPS coordinates: 36.91830,-83.22220
Latest update: June 1, 2025 12:16
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