Robinson Forest

Robinson Forest is an experimental forest in Kentucky that covers about 14,800 acres within the Cumberland Plateau region. The land preserves undisturbed watersheds and contains mixed forests with many different plant and animal species living together.

In 1922 a timber company owner named E.O. Robinson gave the land to the University of Kentucky for agricultural research and reforestation work. Since then the forest has served as a testing ground for studying natural woodland processes with minimal human activity.

The Department of Forestry and Natural Resources manages this facility for teaching sustainable practices and conducting research in forest ecology and resource management.

The forest has a fire tower with webcam access for remote observation and offers various research facilities for educational use. Visitors should know that this place is mainly used for scientific work so public access points are limited.

This forest is one of the most species-rich woodland regions in temperate North America and is deliberately kept with minimal human management. This allows researchers and students to watch how a forest naturally develops and changes over time.

Location: Kentucky

GPS coordinates: 37.47310,-83.14330

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:02