Abstract: Throughout the correlations between the vegetation and the distribution of surface and ground water resources, this presents the impact of the vegetation on the water resources in Jilin Province. The role of vegetation in the hydrological cycles is also discussed. The interrelations between the vegetation and the water resource are presented from the microscopic point of view. The results indicate that a close relationship can be found between the vegetation and the distribution of the water resources in Jilin Province. As an important stage in the entire hydrological cycles, the vegetation is a controlling factor that affecting the distribution of the water resources. Trees can be planted in water scarce areas so that the water resources can be positively adjusted for the need of social and economic development.

Key words: Vegetation, Surface Water, Ground Water, Water Resources