General Sherman Tree in Sequoia National Park
Three Rivers, California
| Address: | Sequoia National Park, Three Rivers, CA 93262, USA |
| GPS: |
36°34'54.1"N 118°45'5.2"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | California |
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Within Sequoia National Park, the biggest attraction is General Sherman, the world's largest tree. It is believed that the tree is about 2,000 years old, and was named after the Civil War general, General William Tecumseh Sherman in 1879. Nestled in the section of the park, can drive or hike to the tree. There are walking trails that take visitors right up to the tree and allow them to marvel at the vast size of the tree. Two trails can take visitors to the tree, the General Sherman's trail and Big Tree's trail. A free shuttle is also available for visitors to take and runs from May through September each year.
The General Sherman Tree is the world's largest tree, measured by volume. It stands 275 feet (83 m) tall, and is over 36 feet (11 m) in diameter at the base. Sequoia trunks remain wide high up. Sixty feet above the base, the Sherman Tree is 17.5 feet (5.3 m) in diameter.Courtesy of nps.gov
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Sequoia National Park Itinerary
This Sequoia National Park Itinerary will help you get started as you plan your vacation to Sequoia National Park.
https://www.justgotravelstudios.com/collections/national-park-itineraries/products/sequoia-national-park-itinerary?ref=9zpxis0diinBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Three Rivers, California
- Head north on CA-198 E/Sierra Dr toward Eggers DrContinue to follow CA-198 E(24.5 mi)
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