Twisted Pine

About

An evergreen species of conifer tree, Twisted Pine is found throughout western North America. Known by several common names including lodgepole pine, shore pine, and contorta pine, this tree thrives in diverse environments across the region. Twisted Pine grows abundantly near ocean shores and in dry montane forests extending to the subalpine zone. However, the species remains rare in lowland rain forests. Its widespread presence in western North America's varied ecosystems reflects its adaptability to different climate conditions and elevations.