We were on vacation at our daughter’s home in San Francisco in the late 1990’s. She suggested going to a national park. I had wanted to see the largest tree in the world, therefore, we drove to the Sequoia National Park. As Anne, Al and I walked the pathways, we found it a bit confusing which to take. She had been there before and our problems were taken care of beautifully. It was something to get in the middle of the forest and hear absolutely nothing. We got to the “General Sherman Tree” – it was a magnificent sight. Huge! It is a quiet and peaceful place. Going there was breathtaking. I was in awe of seeing the biggest tree on earth, as well as all the others! The word tranquility described my visit in that forest. It was absolutely noiseless. What gifts God has given us to enjoy. We couldn’t see the sun which was shining because of all the trees. I was satisfied because I went to see trees – and I did!
Sincerely,
Sequoia National Park
Sequoia National Park is home to the tallest mountain in the Lower 48 and the largest tree on earth. Mount Whitney's granite peak rises 14,505 feet above sea level on the arduous High Sierra trail. General Sherman, a sequoia in the Giant Forest, is the world's most voluminous living tree specimen, standing 275 feet high with a base circumference of over 100 feet. The park also features spectacular waterfalls and more than 200 marble caves.
State(s): California
Established: 1890
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