1. Forests owned and managed by a state government, typically for conservation, timber production, or public recreation purposes
The state forests provide habitat for endangered species and recreational opportunities for visitors.
As florestas estaduais oferecem habitat para espécies ameaçadas de extinção e oportunidades recreativas para visitantes.
2. Protected woodland areas designated and administered by state authorities rather than federal or private entities
Many state forests have hiking trails and camping facilities available to the public.
Muitas florestas estaduais têm trilhas para caminhadas e instalações de camping disponíveis ao público.