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General Sherman Tree Three Rivers, CA 93262 ☎ (559) 565-3341 Last Updated: 06/30/2024 |
| The General Sherman Tree is located in Sequoia National Park in the southern Sierra Nevada Mountains of California, USA. Sequoia National Park is adjacent to the town of Three Rivers. The General Sherman Tree is the largest known living single-stem tree on Earth. | |
| Size and Status: The General Sherman Tree is a giant sequoia (Sequoiadendron giganteum) and is estimated to be between 2,300 and 2,700 years old. The tree stands at an impressive height of approximately 275 feet (83.8 meters) and has a circumference of about 103 feet (31.4 meters) at its base. Conservation: The General Sherman Tree, like other giant sequoias in the park, is protected within the boundaries of Sequoia National Park. The park was established in 1890 to preserve the groves of giant sequoias, including the General Sherman Tree, and their unique ecosystems. Visitor Experience: The General Sherman Tree is a popular attraction in Sequoia National Park. Visitors can reach the tree via a short walk from the Giant Forest Museum or by taking the Congress Trail. There is a designated parking area and a paved trail that leads to the tree. Along the way, visitors can enjoy the beauty of the surrounding sequoia grove. Natural Features: The General Sherman Tree is a remarkable sight to behold. Its massive size and height make it a captivating natural wonder. Giant sequoias, including the General Sherman Tree, have distinctive reddish-brown bark and can live for thousands of years, making them some of the oldest and largest living organisms on the planet. Protection and Preservation: The National Park Service actively manages Sequoia National Park and takes measures to protect the giant sequoias and their fragile ecosystems. This includes initiatives to reduce soil compaction around the trees and control wildfires that could harm these majestic giants. Visiting the General Sherman Tree in Sequoia National Park offers a chance to witness one of nature's greatest marvels—the awe-inspiring size and age of the giant sequoias. It provides a unique and humbling experience, allowing visitors to appreciate the beauty and significance of these magnificent trees. | |
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Hospital Rock Picnic Area Place » Outdoors Nestled alongside the Middle Fork of the Kaweah River, this Sequoia National Park picnic area offers the perfect place to stop for lunch and access to nearby hiking, walking and bird-watching. The area is completely handicap accessible. Hiking enthusiasts are encouraged to take the Paradise Creek Trail which begins just a short distance from the picnic area. 26 views 💖 1Three Rivers, CA 93262 |
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Three Rivers Place » City Three Rivers is an unincorporated community in Tulare County, California. Located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada at the edge of the San Joaquin Valley, the town is near the entrance to the national parks of Sequoia and Kings Canyon. The population was 2,182 at the 2010 census, down from 2,248 at the 2000 census. 65 views 💖 1California |
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Tunnel Rock Place » Outdoors This granite boulder created a tunnel over the Generals Highway until the road was rerouted. If you want to take a closer look, accessible parking and a paved path provide easy access to the old roadway beneath Tunnel Rock. 68 views 💖 1Sequoia National Park, Generals Hwy, Three Rivers, CA 93271 |