In Alaska, the Roadless Rule protects over 14 million acres of wild country.
These lands are the foundation for strong fisheries, tourism,
Tongass National Forest
The Roadless Rule protects 9.3 million acres of wild country in the Tongass National Forest. This area is home to 800-year-old trees and a wide breadth of wildlife like brown bears, bald eagles, humpback whales, and sea lions.
Balanced Management
The current application of the Roadless Rule to the Tongass National Forest has allowed for a land management plan that balances protections for the old-growth forest with community access and economic development.
