The Grand Sequoia Tree of Yosemite
We’ve all seen the famous photos of the drive-through tree in California. When we were younger we marvelled at the fact that a car could actually drive through the centre of a giant sequoia tree. Unfortunately the famous drive-through tree toppled over decades ago due to the fact that man cut a hole in it, but the size and scope of the giant sequoias of Mariposa Grove in Yosemite cannot be denied.
There is still a sequoia tree in Yosemite that has a path cut through it big enough for a horse and carriage to pass through, but as it was surrounded by excited tourists taking their photographs in front of the opening, we took in the beauty of nature.
A Sequoia Tree Unspoiled by Man
A Sequoia Tree rises majestically in the Mariposa Grove in Yosemite National Park
Upper Mariposa Grove
If you walk to the upper groves of the forest, you will encounter few tourists and have the sequoias to yourself and witness the largest trees on earth. The Sequoia trees of Yosemite are not the tallest trees in the world nor the widest trees but when you combine the two together and they make up the largest trees on the planet. They are truly massive and I can only imagine what it was like for Galen Clark; early pioneer and activist who not only discovered the grove but lobbied to protect it and turn it into a national park, when he laid eyes upon these sleeping giants for the first time.
The United States lead the way in setting aside plots of land for protection and it is the work of people like Galen who helped preserve much of the great treasures of the world. Without the vision and the foresight of the early settlers of Yosemite, we may only be hearing old wives tales about big trees that once stood on earth.
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Beautiful photo!
Thank you Judit and Corina. We appreciate you stopping by.
Stunning picture. Although they’re so massive, I’d be a bit worried if they upped their roots and started walking, a bit like the ents from Lord of the Rings…Nice tip on where to go to avoid the bustling tourist groups, though
Haha, that’s awesome. I know that New Zealand was a big inspiration for Peter Jackson when filming LOTR but I wonder if he had the grand sequoias in mind when we designed that scene.
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Great photo!! Really well done.
Thanks so much! They are pretty spectacular trees to see in person.
That sounds like an amazing trip. I recently visited some National Parks in Alaska and loved it. Out of the hotels I stayed at the one in Fairbanks that I stayed at was amazing. Here is the link in case anyone else wants to check it out. The staff was great and gave me some great advise on which day tours to go on.
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Sequoia Tree is one of the oldest living things on the planet. A stunning natural wonder that truly unspoiled by man.
Very true. Cheers.
Eye catching view, amazing. Sequoia a best place to visit and making your trip memorable. It has many trees and fountain after looking we can’t forget and a video again and again walk in memories. Thanks