Proposed Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest
Managing agency: Inyo National Forest
Size: Approximately 28,991 acres.
 The
Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, inside the White Mountains proposed wilderness,
is included in the California Wild Heritage
Act. The bristlecone pine is the longest living plant in the world;
some trees reach and surpass 4,000 years of age. The Forest will be protected
for public enjoyment and scientific study.
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Just three miles off of Interstate 80, 
