The Charles Lathrop Pack Demonstration Forest is used for graduate and undergraduate academic programs, research, conferences, continuing education and public outreach. Elevations range from 600 to 2000 feet.
Soils range from glacial outwash to andesitic and lacustrian.
Substantial forest stand diversity, ranging from new plantations to old-growth Douglas firs exists. The main forest is generally secure and reasonably vandal-free, making research investments relatively easy to protect. Users must comply with rules related to the use of University-owned facilities. Location South Pierce County. The forest is located 68 miles south of the main UW campus.