Spanning 740 miles, the Northern Forest Canoe Trail is made up of more than 80 lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams, offering a truly unique experience for all travelers. But how did this long trail come to be? Used by Indigenous communities for trade, the NFCT's history starts long before it was mapped in 2000. Learn more at: https://on.natgeo.com/3YFtQy5 | National Geographic

The Northern Forest Canoe Trail may have been formally mapped in 2000, but Indigenous groups have used these waterways for generations. Now, the 740-mile route allows visitors to experience the Appalachian Trail of canoeing, stretching from the Adirondacks to northern Maine. Discover more about the NFCT: https://on.natgeo.com/44riTnt | National Geographic History

10K views · 99 reactions | With 154 national forests spanning 42 states, there is always a “backyard forest” ready for you to explore. Whether you want to hike, camp or simply unwind in nature, these incredible landscapes are closer than you think! | U.S. Forest Service | Facebook