Mount Hood National Forest
Snow-capped Mount Hood reflected in a still lake, a landscape that represents Oregon.
Mount Hood National Forest is a broad forest in the state of Oregon that embraces snow-capped Mount Hood. Unlike a national park, a “national forest” is a place that protects both the forest and its trees while managing it so that people may enjoy nature, and it is beloved by those who enjoy hiking and camping.
The reverse of the coin depicts “Lost Lake” and Mount Hood seen in the distance. In the foreground is a still lake, and beyond it a mountain rises—a peaceful landscape.
This scene, with a snow-capped mountain rising in the distance above a still lake, is a representative view that the people of Oregon have long loved. The calm water and the tall mountain come together to convey the tranquility of nature just as it is.
Mount Hood National Forest began to be protected on September 28, 1893, and has long guarded both forest and mountain. Its beautiful mountain and forest were left so that anyone might come and rest.
When you look at the lake and mountain on the coin, a stillness is conveyed, as if you were standing by the clear water gazing at the mountain in the distance. In effect, a small quarter invites you into the forests of Oregon.