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Northrup Creek Horse Camp Big Tree Trail

Posted on: March 29th, 2024 in Heritage Tree Details |

Abies grandis: Grand fir

The giant grand fir along this trail is the centerpiece of several trees already large in 1939 when Northrup Creek Forest Grassland was dedicated by Governor Charles Sprague. Sprague also initiated the Forest Acquisition Act encouraging counties to deed foreclosed lands to the State Board of Forestry to build a sustained revenue stream for the counties. Through efforts by Judge Guy Boyington, Clatsop County became the first county to participate.

Tree Facts

  • Approximate Age: 200 years
  • Height: 208′
  • Circumference: 19″8″
  • Dedicated: April 12, 2024

Learn More: Visit Oregon Encyclopedia

Location: You can visit the Big Tree Trail inside the Northrup Creek Horse Camp at 87644 Northrup Creek Road, Clatskanie, Oregon, 97016. It is located between Jewell and Birkenfeld four miles north of Hwy 202. The trail is just under one mile and is open year-round for hiking. Hikers must start at the gate during the seasonal closure of the camp, which adds two miles.