Chinook Forest Partners to Acquire South Coast Lumber

On Wednesday, Chinook Forest Partners, a forestland investment manager based in southwest Oregon, said it has agreed to acquire South Coast Lumber Co. and affiliates on behalf of long-term investors.

The acquisition includes 104,000 acres (42,000 hectares) of premium coastal forest and modern manufacturing facilities. Chinook said it will manage the assets as a fully integrated platform within its portfolio of high-quality natural capital investments.

The transaction is expected to close before year-end, pending customary closing conditions.

In a statement, South Coast CEO and President Mike Beckley said:

“This transition reflects our shared values and mutual respect. Chinook understands what matters most: our people, our land, and our community. We are confident they will honor the legacy the Fallert family has built over four generations, while helping South Coast reach new levels of growth and opportunity.”

Chinook Forest Partners CEO Scott Marshall added:

“South Coast is an exceptional organization—built over generations and guided by a team with deep expertise and vision. Our approach is rooted in long-term management: investing in people, operations, and communities to ensure these assets thrive for generations. This acquisition reinforces our commitment to sustainable forestry and positions Chinook as a differentiated partner to our investors.”