Picea breweriana

The Brewer spruce was first scientifically identified in 1884 by Thomas Jefferson Howell, an important early Oregon pioneer botanist. T.J. Howell created the first book on regional flora of the Pacific Northwest. The Babyfoot Lake Botanical Area was created in 1966 to protect one of the largest remaining stands of Brewer spruce, which as a small native range. The 2002 Biscuit Fire consumed most of the protected trees; only a few isolated stands survived.

Tree Facts

• Date of dedication: 4/10/2015

Location: Hungry Hill, Babyfoot Lake Botanical Area, TJ Howell Botanical Drive. Drive 14 miles to the end of FS Rd 4201. The Babyfoot Trailhead is located at the junction of FS 140. Hike .25 miles to Brewer spruce.

Note: Gravel roads may not be suitable for all cars. Contact Wild River Ranger District at 541-592-4000 for updated weather and road conditions.