Embark on a journey across the lush tapestry of North America, where the
whispering trees tell a story of nature's bounty, resilience, and diversity.
Welcome to our page dedicated to exploring the percentage forestation of each
American state and Canadian province.
Forests are more than just a collection of trees. They are complex ecosystems
teeming with life, intricate webs of interaction, and symbiosis that embody the
vitality and resilience of our planet. In a world increasingly affected by human
activities, understanding the forest coverage of our regions is essential not
only for conservationists and researchers but for each one of us.
This page presents a fascinating statistical journey through the wooded expanses
of North America, illustrating the varying degrees of forestation across states
and provinces. These numbers do more than just quantify; they offer a glimpse
into the ecological fabric of each region, shaped by its unique climate,
geography, and human influences.
From the sweeping boreal forests of Alaska and Quebec to the hardwood groves of
Vermont and the mixed woods of British Columbia, these statistics represent
diverse landscapes and ecosystems. They remind us of the expansive beauty of our
continent and underscore our responsibility to safeguard these natural treasures
for future generations.
Whether you're a student conducting research, a policy maker drafting a
conservation plan, or just a curious visitor fascinated by our natural world,
this page offers a wealth of information. So, go ahead and dive into the data.
Explore, learn, and join us in appreciating the verdant wealth of North America.
| State | %age | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Whole of USA | 32% | Approximately half the land area of the USA was forested before the arrival of the Europeans |
| Alabama | 65% | |
| Alaska | 33% | |
| Arizona | 25% | |
| Arkansas | 50% | |
| California | 40% | Approximately 25% of the land area of California is covered by National Forests |
| Colorado | No information | 21% of the land area of Colorado is covered by commercial forests; there are also areas of non-commercial forested land |
| Connecticut | 60% | |
| Delaware | 30% | |
| Florida | 35% | |
| Georgia | 60% | |
| Hawaii | No information | Hawaii has more than 60 state forests |
| Idaho | 45% | |
| Illinois | 10% | Approximately 45% of Illinois was forested before the arrival of the Europeans |
| Indiana | 16% | |
| Iowa | 5% | |
| Kansas | 1.3% | |
| Kentucky | 40% | |
| Louisiana | No information | 50% of the land area of Louisiana is covered by commercial forests; there are also areas of non-commercial forested land |
| Maine | 80% | |
| Maryland | 43% | |
| Massachusetts | 55% | |
| Michigan | 50% | Most of the forested areas of Michigan are in the Upper Peninsula and the northern part of the Lower Peninsula |
| Minnesota | 33% | |
| Mississippi | 55% | |
| Missouri | 28% | Approximately 66% of Missouri was forested before the arrival of the Europeans |
| Montana | 23% | |
| Nebraska | 2% | |
| Nevada | 10% | |
| New Hampshire | 83% | |
| New Jersey | 40% | |
| New Mexico | 22% | |
| New York State | 53% | |
| North Carolina | No information | Extensive areas of the western part of North Carolina are forested |
| North Dakota | 1% | |
| Ohio | 25% | |
| Oklahoma | 16% | |
| Oregon | 43% | |
| Pennsylvania | 56% | |
| Rhode Island | 58% | |
| South Carolina | 60% | Nearly all of South Carolina was forested before the arrival of the Europeans |
| South Dakota | 3% | |
| Tennessee | 50% | |
| Texas | 8% | |
| Utah | 28% | |
| Vermont | 75% | |
| Virginia | 60% | |
| Washington State | 50% | |
| West Virginia | 75% | |
| Wisconsin | 43% | Most of the forested areas of Wisconsin are in the north of the state |
| Wyoming | 17% |
| Province | %age | Comments |
|---|---|---|
| Whole of Canada | 49% | |
| Alberta | No information | The entire northern half of Alberta is forested; 39% of Alberta is covered with commercial forests and there are also non-commercial forested areas |
| British Columbia | 50% | |
| Manitoba | 60% | |
| New Brunswick | 90% | |
| Newfoundland | 60% | |
| Northwest Territories | 19% | |
| Nova Scotia | 75% | |
| Nunavut | No information | Likely to be rather less than the figure for Northwest Territories, I would imagine |
| Ontario | 70% | |
| Prince Edward Island | 50% | |
| Province of Quebec | 69% | |
| Saskatchewan | 40% | |
| Yukon Territory | 57% |
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