Elk Meadows is a grassy oasis in a sea of conifers. Gnarl Ridge offers a close-up view of Mount Hood's awesome east face, with its Newton Clark Glacier.

The 11 acres of land was donated by the Elks Lodge and is connected to the Arms Forest and includes woodland trails and a meadow.

Robert Redford reads late son’s letter about Elk Meadows land set aside as wilderness The actor and his family celebrate giving 316 acres at Sundance resort up for a conservation easement.