Steep gradient stream headwaters have loose boulders and abundant downfall, forming an open canopy.;Rocky colluvial slope of a large high-mountain cove. West aspect slope is dissected by numerous radiating gullies. Community is a deciduous forest dominated by basswood with black cherry, sugar maple, and red oak. Herb layer is dominated by tall, nutrient demanding herbs.
Representativeness
Large patch cove forest with strong basswood dominance, interrupted by smaller patches with red oak (see MONF.507).