Families wanting to get out in nature in spring can put State forests on top of their lists for places to visit during the October school holidays.

Local forests offer a fun and free experience and there’s loads to see and do.

To help you experience the best of what the region has to offer, Forestry Corporation staff have suggested a list of popular state forest experiences in your neck of the woods.

List of popular activities in state forests on the Mid North Coast

Forestry Corporation’s Tourism & Partnerships Manager Leah Moncrieff said there’s been a lot of improvements to facilities and attractions in Mid North Coast State forests, helping the public to make the most of their family day trips.

“Swans Crossing Camp Ground, Longworths Tramway Historic Walk and Coopernook HQ Visitor Area are just the tip of the iceberg of family friendly locations on the Mid North Coast,” Leah said.

“We encourage people to put State forests on their day trip plans, as well as supporting local businesses along the way, especially as camping in State forests is free. And you can even take the family dog.”

Visitors are asked to check the Forestry Corporation website for closures and notices, stick to formed roads and be mindful of potential dangers. Additionally, A Solid Fuel Fire Ban applies in State Forests.

With more than 2-million hectares of State forests across NSW, there are still plenty of unique places to discover and activities to share.

“Our State forests have spectacular scenery and award-winning visitor attractions. I encourage anyone who hasn’t visited in a while to download our free VisitForests app and discover great places to enjoy these holidays,” Leah said.

“Visitors can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram for up-to-date information on places to visit.”

For more information about Forestry Corporation of NSW, visit forestrycorporation.com.au