The branches of a live oak tree at the national seashore.
NPS Photo
From the wind-swept dunes of the barrier islands, to the maritime forests on the coastal mainland, trees and shrubs are an integral part of the Gulf Islands ecosystem. Explore the links below to learn more about these important natural features.
Locations:Adams National Historical Park, Arches National Park, Big Thicket National Preserve, Dinosaur National Monument, Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, Grand Canyon National Park, Great Basin National Park, Gulf Islands National Seashore, Hamilton Grange National Memorial, John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site, Natchez Trace Parkway, North Cascades National Park, Redwood National and State Parks, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Sitka National Historical Park, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Sunset Crater Volcano National Monumentmore »
Trees shade us from the sun, provide homes for wildlife, stabilize Earth’s surface, and produce food for humans and animals alike. Some are massive, and others are miniscule by comparison, but what makes one better than the other—we’ll let you decide!
Check out our iconic trees below and find your favorite!
Known as “live oaks” for their ever-green properties, the Q. virginiana is native to the southern region of the United States. The live oak is known for its impressive size, heartiness, and density.
