Place

Carbon River Rainforest Trail: Welcome Exhibit Panel

A vertical exhibit panel attached to a information board covered by a shallow roof covered in moss.
The Carbon River Rainforest Trail starts at the Carbon River Entrance.

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Quick Facts
Location:
Carbon River Rainforest Trail

Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits

Title: Rainforest Loop Trail

Main Text
Explore a rare inland temperate rainforest along this 1/4-mile Rainforest Loop Trail, a result of abundant rainfall and mild temperatures found in the Carbon River Valley. Rich in old growth trees, the area is thick with huge, moss-covered Sitka spruce, Douglas-fir and western red-cedar. Beneath these intertwined canopies of trees are thick understory, lush ground, and soft, spongy soil. Feel the moist air and breathe the earthy smell in the cool, damp shade of the rainforest.

Secondary Text
Regulations:
Pets are not allowed on trails
No bicycles on trails
Park out trash
Do not feed or disturb wildlife
Do not disturb any natural, cultural, or archaeological features

Exhibit Panel Description
This exhibit panel is oriented vertically, with the text at the top against a green background. The solid green background fades into a photo that fills the bottom two-thirds of the panel. The photo shows a dense forest of tall trees, with the ground covered in shrubs, ferns, and plants with large green leaves. In the upper right corner of the panel, a small circular graphic shows a drawing of a boot stepping on a wildflower crossed out by a red slash. Next to the graphic text reads: "Protect Fragile Vegetation Stay on Trails". A small box in the lower left corner of the panel reads "User Fee Project. Your Fee Dollars at Work. Entrance fees were used to produce this exhibit".

Visit This Exhibit Panel
This exhibit panel is located along the Carbon River Rainforest Trail, which begins at the Carbon River Entrance. The Carbon River Entrance is open year-round. NOTE: The Carbon River Rainforest Trail has been damaged by fallen trees and sections are closed. Please travel with caution. 

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Last updated: April 5, 2024