A detailed hierarchy of Siuslaw National Forest and its key geographic and infrastructural relationships.
Internal
Describes the core natural and managed landscapes that define Siuslaw National Forest.
Sunset Basin (Siuslaw)
A broad basin where the _____ River gathers before reaching coastal estuaries, bounded by rolling hills and forested slopes.
Cape Features (Siuslaw)
The dramatic headlands, sandy beaches, and sea stacks that define the northern reach of the Siuslaw coastline.
Forest Management Zones
The designated zones within Siuslaw National Forest where logging, restoration, and recreation activities are coordinated.
Nearby
Lists key nearby towns and communities closely associated with Siuslaw National Forest.
Philomath, OR
A small college town serving as a common access point from the south for visitors heading into Siuslaw National Forest.
Cedar Fork Lake / Waldport
A coastal city with access to the Alsea River and nearby trailheads into central Siuslaw National Forest.
Bordering
Defines larger recognized geographic regions directly adjacent to the Siuslaw National Forest.
Oregon Coast
The extensive shoreline and associated communities that border and define the broader context of the Siuslaw National Forest.
Central Oregon Plateau
The high-elevation plateau characterized by sagebrush, basalt flows, and mountain views that lies east of the Siuslaw basin.
