Martha Sundquist State Forest
Martha Sundquist State Forest is a Tennessee state forest located in Cocke County near Hartford. The forest was named in honor of former Tennessee governor Don Sundquist's wife, Martha.[1] The forest consists primarily of mature mountain and cove hardwood stands, and is surrounded on three sides by the federally-managed Cherokee National Forest.[1]
Martha Sundquist died on March 11, 2026, at the age of 88.[2]
History
[edit]The forest was created in 2001 when the state purchased 2,001 acres (810 ha) from the International Paper Company (formerly Champion International).
Features
[edit]The forest features a hiking trail called "Tennessee Gulf Trail".[3]
Tree types found in the forest include eastern hemlock,[4] magnolia, maple, birch, and white pine.[3]
References
[edit]- 1 2 Martha Sundquist State Forest, Tennessee Division of Forestry website. Accessed: 4 May 2016.
- ↑ WZTV (March 12, 2026). "Martha Sundquist, former Tennessee first lady, dies at 88". WZTV. Retrieved April 8, 2026.
- 1 2 Morgan Simmons, "Martha Sundquist's Suggestions Adds Only Footpath to State Forest," Go Knoxville, 2 July 2010.
- ↑ "Biological Control Released at Martha Sundquist State Forest to Protect Hemlocks," The Chattanoogan, 5 December 2012.
