Appreciation for the Porsche 911 GT3 amongst enthusiasts has only continued to grow with every passing year — which is why seeing this all-but-abandoned 997-generation model raises a lot of questions.

The blue gum eucalyptus, some reaching nearly 200 feet high, are thought to be the tallest stand of hardwood trees in North America. Across Strawberry Creek to the south lies the Grinnell Natural Area ...