The redwood trees in California are some of the tallest and most majestic trees in the world, and there are many beautiful examples to see throughout the state. Here are ten must-see redwood trees that you might want to add to your list:
- The Hyperion Tree: Located in the Redwood National and State Parks, the Hyperion Tree is the tallest tree in the world, standing at 379.7 feet (115.7 meters).
- The General Sherman Tree: Located in the Sequoia National Park, the General Sherman Tree is the largest tree in the world by volume, with a total volume of 52,513 cubic feet (1,487 cubic meters).
- The Chandelier Tree: Located in Leggett, California, the Chandelier Tree is a coast redwood with a drive-through tunnel carved through its base.
- The Rockefeller Tree: Located in the Humboldt Redwoods State Park, the Rockefeller Tree is a coast redwood that stands 324 feet (99 meters) tall and is named for its resemblance to a Christmas tree.
- The Del Norte Titan: Located in the Jedediah Smith Redwoods State Park, the Del Norte Titan is a coast redwood that stands 379.1 feet (115.5 meters) tall and is the second-tallest tree in the world.
- The Father of the Forest: Located in the Calaveras Big Trees State Park, the Father of the Forest is a giant sequoia that stands 267 feet (81 meters) tall and has a circumference of 102 feet (31 meters).
- The Boole Tree: Located in the Calaveras Big Trees State Park, the Boole Tree is a giant sequoia that stands 274.9 feet (84 meters) tall and has a circumference of 107.6 feet (32.8 meters).
- The Muir Tree: Located in the Yosemite National Park, the Muir Tree is a giant sequoia that stands 246 feet (75 meters) tall and has a circumference of 101 feet (31 meters).
- The Sentinel Tree: Located in the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, the Sentinel Tree is a giant sequoia that stands 246 feet (75 meters) tall and has a circumference of 107.6 feet (32.8 meters).
- The Grizzly Giant: Located in the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, the Grizzly Giant is a giant sequoia that stands 210 feet (64 meters) tall and has a circumference of 103.6 feet (31.6 meters).
- I hope this list gives you some ideas for redwood trees to visit on your trip to California. Enjoy your visit to these beautiful and awe-inspiring trees!