Bartram State Forest
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Bartram State Forest is a state forest located in Milledgeville, Georgia, United States. The geographic coordinates are 33 01.290 North and 83 12.284 West.
Over 2000 acres (8 km²) in size, it occupies property formerly used as a farm for patients of nearby Central State Hospital. It serves four major functions, the first of which is timber production and management. Income raised from sale of timber (predominantly Loblolly Pine) on the property supports the upkeep of the forest. Second, Bartram Forest is also a place for wildlife cultivation and refuge. Hunting is popular in the region, and Bartram Forest is one of only a few places where hunting is not permitted. Third, researchers use the forest to learn about plant diseases and genetics. Finally, it is a favorite destination for outdoor education and recreation, especially among members of the Georgia College and State University community. Bartram Forest also contains a stone labyrinth, used for meditative and other purposes.
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