(WHTM) -- About 500 miles of state forest roads will open for archery deer season, which begins Saturday and runs through Nov. 21.

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced the openings Friday which they say will benefit hunters, hikers, fall foliage viewers, and others visiting state forests.

“DCNR’s Bureau of Forestry is opening approximately 500 miles of state forest roads normally open only for administrative use,” said DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn. “These roads will be available to hunters, hikers, foliage viewers, and others visiting state forestlands this fall.”

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A list of roads opening is available at DCNR's website.

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