The Northern Highland-American Legion State Forest

NHAL State Forest encompasses more than 220,000 acres in parts of Vilas, Oneida and Iron Counties. The area's rich land and water resources support many plants and animals, including rare and endangered species like the wood turtle, bald eagle and Cooper's hawk.

Annually, over two million visitors come to the forest seeking experiences ranging from highly developed recreation areas to remote solitude. They enjoy hunting, fishing, wildlife watching, nature study, mountain biking, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, snowmobiling, boating, canoeing, and countless other pursuits.