American Forests National Tree Register, Species: Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis), State: WA
Description Located – Quinault Lake. Updated 1/4/09.
Description Located – Quinault Lake. Updated 1/4/09.
Location Olympic National Park, WA
Sitka SPRUCE
Picea sitchensis
This champion Sitka Spruce of Washington made its debut on the list of American Forests Champion Trees in 2018, as it is the largest known tree of its species in the country. By recognizing these champions, we recognize the beauty and critical ecosystem services provided by our biggest and oldest trees.
| STATUS | Champion |
|---|---|
| Tree circumference | 740 |
| height | 191 |
| crown spread | 80 |
| Total points | 951 |
| LOCATION | Olympic National Park, WA |
|---|---|
| Nominated by | Robert Van Pelt |
| Year Nominated | 1987 |
| Date crowned | 2018-08-17 |
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