"Sequoias reside in mountainous terrain" Top 5 Page for this destination Sequoia National Park by zrim

Sequoia National Park Travel Guide: 301 reviews and 653 photos

I suppose that most people know that the biggest trees in the world are found in California. The coastal redwoods are the tallest trees in the world and the sequoias are the largest trees by volume in the world. But, I don't think that most people differentiate between the two species. The redwoods are only found along the northern coast of California and rely upon constant moisture for their health. The sequoias, on the other hand, reside in the foothills and in the mountains of the Sierra. Half of the year snow covers the soil which they call home. The sequoias live in a mountain climate, 5000-8000 feet above sea level, and that might be a surprise to the novice who comes to Sequoia expecting the same sort of terrain that the coastal redwoods favor. If you vist Sequoia National Park be prepared for some mountain terrain and challenging hiking.

Pros and Cons

Pros:The biggest trees on the planet earth
Cons:none
In a nutshell:Look at the trees and find peace

Last visit to Sequoia National Park: Oct 2003
Intro Updated Nov 9, 2003
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Reviews (17)

whose eye is that? - Sequoia National Park

Can You See the Face? Local Customs (4)

My friend Scott (Herzog63) noticed that there was an eye in the front sequoia in the photo featured on my intro page.... more travel advice

a hazy sequoia grove - Sequoia National Park

Spooky Things to Do (7)

The forest fires in the Sierra created a hazy atmosphere throughout the park. A faint smell of smoke permeated most... more travel advice

evidence of fire - Sequoia National Park

Smoke makes for neat lighting Favorites (2)

There were a few decent sized forest fires within Sequoia National Park when we visited. The smoke made for poor... more travel advice

zrim and sequoia - Sequoia National Park

Who's bigger, the sequoia or zrim? Off The Beaten Path (4)

Not much of a contest--although this fallen sequoia is just a tadpole as compared to some of the true giants like the... more travel advice

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ewf Apr 30, 2009 at 10:50 PM

hi man
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chewy3326 Jan 6, 2006 at 4:25 PM

Great Sequoia page! I loved it, too, it's one of my favorite national parks
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Pete.Gibson Oct 27, 2005 at 10:20 AM

You have some excellent pages the sequoia national park looks awesome thanks for trip through
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johanl Oct 22, 2005 at 1:12 AM

very informative pages; will be in the park next week.
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Nicole77 Jan 31, 2005 at 11:51 PM

I love Sequoia NP! Your page is beautiful and your pictures as well!!! Cheers!! Nicole
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Myndo Nov 15, 2004 at 8:31 AM

I loved the feeling of this park and especially the way it smells between the trees. The burned undertone just adds to it. Good tips and excellent pictures!
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goingsolo Sep 22, 2004 at 1:13 PM

Your photos are excellent. Love the bears!
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M0B1US Sep 22, 2004 at 1:06 PM

Simply awesome opening pic and great tips - I had the added attraction of being here during snow! Would love to return during summer to see it in a different light...
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KaiM Sep 15, 2004 at 8:26 AM

Wonderful page on this great National Park. Really enjoyed your tips on the mystical eye on the tree and fire resistance of those trees.
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Imbi Nov 22, 2003 at 4:09 PM

Good to know about General Sherman Tree. Very informative. nice page.