Pike National Forest, National forest in central Colorado, United States
Pike National Forest encompasses 1.1 million acres of land with elevations ranging from 6,000 to 14,000 feet, featuring pine forests and alpine meadows.
Established in 1908, the forest bears the name of Zebulon Pike, an explorer who conducted extensive investigations of the western United States territories.
The forest maintains educational programs through the U.S. Forest Service, connecting visitors with environmental knowledge and regional heritage.
Visitors can access over 225 miles of trails and 250 developed campsites, with facilities distributed across different sections of the forest.
At Devil's Head Lookout, visitors climb 143 steps to reach a fire tower that remains among the last operational fire lookout stations.
Location: Colorado
Inception: July 1, 1908
Website: http://fs.usda.gov/main/psicc/home
GPS coordinates: 39.18330,-105.31700
Latest update: March 26, 2025 05:09
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