"Fallen Monarch" refers to a famous giant sequoia tree located in Hume, California, within the Kings Canyon National Park. The tree is a fallen giant sequoia, and it has been lying on the forest floor for many years. The Fallen Monarch is a significant landmark within the park and has a rich history.

Hume Lake is a reservoir in the Sierra Nevada, within Sequoia National Forest and Fresno County, central California. Hume Lake is an 87-acre lake formed by a unique multiple arch dam, constructed in 1908. Built to support a large, commercial logging operation, the lake supplied water to the longest lumber flume transporting logs to the Central Valley.

Discover the story of the General Grant Tree, an iconic symbol of resilience and remembrance within Kings Canyon National Park. From its designation as the nation’s Christmas tree to its revered status as a living shrine, embark on a journey through history and nature at this cherished landmark.