Fallen Champion - Congaree National Park - SC
N 33° 49.795 W 080° 49.400
17S E 516347 N 3743311
Located inside the visitor center, this section of growth rings commemorates a former national champion Shumand Oak found in the park.
Waymark Code: WM9R2J
Location: South Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 09/22/2010
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This quarter section and photograph commemorate a national champion Shumark Oak that was one of many large trees blown over by Hurricane Hugo in 1989. Many record size trees continue to flourish in the Monument. Champions grow best in undisturbed forests with rich soils, an ideal climate, and plenty of moisture. Champions die as a result of old age, high winds, lightning strikes, or disease; opening the way for new record setters to take their place.
Height - 159 feet
Circumfrence - 15 feet, 4 inches
Crown spread - 65 feet
Location Name and/or Address:
Congaree National Park
Tree Species: Shumard Oak
Indoors/Outdoors: Indoors
Entry Fee or Requirements: No
Availablility: Has specific hours
Website: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Visit the location and take a photo of the Tree Growth Rings. If you have more information about the tree or circumstance, please share it in your visit log.