A walk through the oak forest. The Oak Forest plantation, planted in 1900 for Tan Bark production to provide alternative local employment following the gold rush, it’s now managed as a recreation area by the Harcourt community. A beautiful little oak forest where kids and even adults can explore, the place includes, picnic areas, toilets and bike trails, lots to do here. short walk from the oak forest or last cache, a medium sized clear container contains pen and note pad, and toys to trade with the kids