At somewhere around 1500 years old, The Seven Sisters Oak is not only a Louisiana state champion but a National Champion Live Oak as well. This tree is the largest Live Oak in the Country, with a circumference of 467 inches, a height of 68 feet and a very large crown spread spanning over 139 feet. This tree is the only recorded champion with a crown spread that is nearly double the height of the tree itself. It has held the title of National Live Oak Champion for over 30 years.
Image Citation: Chuck Cook, NOLA.com | The Times-Picayune archive
Contrary to many beliefs the tree was not named for the Seven main trunk sections of the trees but by a former owner, who was one of Seven Sisters. This tree is registered with The Live Oak Society, who's members are only Live Oak Trees. Since 1968, The Historic Seven Sisters Oak has remained the President of this unique society, becoming president when the Society's first President The Locke Breaux Live Oak died.
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Located in Mandeville, Louisiana, the tree resides in the front yard of a private residence, but still draws many visitors. It is located in the quiet historic neighborhood of Lewisburg, just North of Lake Pontchartrain. Because of it's sheer size it is said to be not well represented in photographs as the sheer size is hard to judge from one single angle. This one surely calls for an in person visit next time you are in Louisiana!
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