“Evergreen leaves” stay on the tree all year
Hosts more than a dozen butterfly species
This is the most untouched part of the forest, bounded by the western edge of the property and nestled into a gentle slope that rises above the meadow. It’s perfect for enjoying quiet reflection yet still easily accessible from the trail network.
In Poet’s Knoll, diverse species of deciduous trees and evergreens grow together. Among the ponderosas and sugar pines are moss-covered black oaks, with branches reaching up toward the sun.
Generous spacing between the mature trees allows sunlight to stream through, highlighting pockets of purple lupines.
We look forward to welcoming you to the forest!
If this is your first visit to the Yosemite Gateway Forest, we invite you to enjoy a personalized forest tour hosted by our Forest Guides. Bring your friends & family, meet your tree and our team, and experience the beauty of the forest you are helping to protect. These 1 on 1 forest visits are available by appointment only Friday through Monday and can be booked online at https://betterplaceforests.as.me/yosemitegateway. If you don't see a time or date that you prefer please reach out to us at Yosemite.gateway@betterplaceforests.com or by calling or texting 1 (415) 300-2575 with the time and date you wish to visit and we will confirm our availability. Please note that during the Winter season all visits must be booked by phone or email.
If you have already visited the forest and would like to revisit and don't need any assistance in getting around the forest and locating your tree please reach out to us at Yosemite.gateway@betterplaceforest.com or by calling or texting 1 (415) 300-2575 with the time, date and tree you wish to visit and we will confirm our availability.