The Northwest Forest Plan added large Late-Successional Reserves and a network of wider Riparian Reserves. On the Middle Fork district, the combined reserved areas established in the Willamette Forest Plan and Northwest Forest Plan contain over 144,000 acres of old growth forest. While the Forest Plan old growth groves provide some beautiful and relatively accessible forest for your enjoyment, there are numerous other areas to visit in order to see majestic Douglas-fir old growth forests. Also, the road leading to Waldo Lake traverses some beautiful examples of mountain hemlock old growth. For more information on how to locate these old growth stands, stop in at the Middle Fork District offices in either Lowell or Oakridge for directions and maps and discuss with the receptionist or District personnel the best way to find these old growth stands.
Acreage includes old growth stands as well.