Ross Forbes is missing in Tuan State Forest, near Bauple.

Ross Forbes is missing in Tuan State Forest, near Bauple.

A SEARCH is under way for 32-year-old Ross Forbes who is believed to be missing in the Tuan State Forest, near Bauple.

Preliminary information indicates Mr Forbes went to the Tuan Forest on Saturday morning about 6am.

He was reported missing on Sunday morning by his family.

Police are coordinating a land and air search, which includes police and SES personnel on foot and a rescue helicopter searching thick national forest, as well as establishing a forward command post in the Main St park.

It is believed the missing person does not have any supplies to sustain him for an extended period.

The man is described as Caucasian in appearance, approximately 178cm tall with a slim build, brown hair and a full beard.

Anyone with information which could assist with this matter should contact Crime Stoppers anonymously via 1800 333 000 or crimestoppers.com.au 24hrs a day.