Clemmons
Educational State Forest
2411 Old U.S. 70 West
Clayton, N.C. 27520
(919) 553-5651
Email: ClemmonsESF.DFR@ncmail.net
2411 Old U.S. 70 West
Clayton, N.C. 27520
(919) 553-5651
Email: ClemmonsESF.DFR@ncmail.net
ABOUT CLEMMONS EDUCATIONAL STATE FOREST
About Clemmons ESF
The first of North Carolina's Educational State Forests, Clemmons opened in 1976 in Johnston County. Featuring self-guided trails and exhibits, as well as Ranger-conducted classes, the forest offers a wealth of experiences for the senses and the mind.
Maps
Forest Features
- Outdoor Education Workshops
- Picnic Facilities
- Ranger-Conducted Classes
- Trails
- Forest Geology Trail with "Talking Rocks"
- "Talking Tree" Trail
- Forest Demonstration Trail
Other ESFs
- Clemmons (Johnston County)
- Holmes (Henderson County)
- Jordan Lake (Chatham County)
- Mountain Island (Lincoln/Gaston Counties)
- Rendezvous Mountain (Wilkes County)
- Turnbull Creek (Bladen County)
- Tuttle (Caldwell County)
Season
Mid-March to Mid-November
Closed Mondays
Tuesday-Friday 9:00-5:00
Saturday & Sunday 11:00-5:00 EST, 11:00-8:00 DST