John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Forest Preserve

John Ripley Forbes Big Trees Forest Preserve is a beautiful and unique 30-acre Fulton County Tree, Plant and Wildlife Sanctuary. An oasis in a bustling city, the forest is the perfect setting for a quiet afternoon stroll. It also serves as an outdoor classroom for those looking to take a self-guided nature walk. Grab a trail guide brochure at the entrance to the forest and follow the 15-stop watershed education tour to learn about the positive and negative effects humans have on water quality and the forest community. The forest contains old oaks, beech, and sourwood trees among other hardwoods up to 150 years old, with a 50-foot white oak as the largest.