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Sequoia NP, California
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Located in Sequoia National Park, the General Sherman Tree stands at 275 feet tall and is estimated to be over 2,200 years old.
The tree is estimated to weigh around 2.7 million pounds, making it a true giant of the forest.
It is a Giant Sequoia, known scientifically as Sequoiadendron giganteum, which is native to the western slopes of the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
The base of the tree measures about 36 feet in diameter, providing a massive foundation for its towering height.
Yes, despite its age, the tree continues to grow, adding enough wood each year to make a 60-foot-tall tree of typical proportions.
The tree was named after Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman by naturalist James Wolverton in 1879.
Visitors can access the tree via a short, paved trail in Sequoia National Park, making it a popular and accessible attraction for all ages.
