Twisted Trees, Natural aspen grove formation in Saskatchewan, Canada
The Twisted Trees consist of trembling aspen clusters with branches that curve and loop horizontally before reaching skyward. The formation spans roughly 2 acres and is accessible via a wooden boardwalk that guides visitors through the grove.
Local residents first documented these unusual trees during the 1940s and word of the site spread when it appeared in the Disney film Perri in 1957. This film appearance marked a turning point in bringing the location to public attention.
The twisted growth pattern has inspired local storytelling for generations, with explanations ranging from meteorite strikes to unusual soil composition. Visitors today encounter these narratives as part of the place's folk tradition.
The site sits roughly 20 kilometers (12 miles) north-northwest of Hafford in the Thickwood Hills and features a maintained wooden walkway for easy access. Taking time to wander slowly through the grove lets visitors observe the varied growth patterns more closely.
The twisted growth pattern passes to new generations through genetic inheritance, making this trait stable across the grove. Saplings grown from cuttings display the same looping branches as their parent trees.
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