General Grant Tree Trail
General Grant Tree Trail
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Sjors H
Gouda, The Netherlands109 contributions
Sept 2019
There are several tours to walk here. You can follow the signs of dwell around. The idea is that the further you get away from the cultivated paths, the lesser people you have on your pictures. Of course these biggest trees are nice, but they are so popular that some of them have fences around them. When you walk further away from the parking lot, you will be able to wander around in the woods, between the giant trees or sit and watch for a few minutes without being disturbed. Personally I liked the few small groups of Sequoia's more, than the biggest ones. Even the 'small' ones can be very impressive.
Written 19 August 2020
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cornwall15
Durham, NC242 contributions
July 2021
You have to walk a substantial distance to get around Grant Grove and see the General Grant tree, but its very worth it. Several other interesting sights are on this trail. Like the General Sherman tree you can't get very close to the tree or touch it for its own protection.
Written 28 September 2021
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Carol H
Chino Hills, CA264 contributions
July 2020 • Couples
Never made it to General Grant, I foolishly decided to take a look inside the Fallen Monarch. On the root side of the tree, there are some steps down- they are uneven and unsafe -just wanted to warn fellow travelers. The light was not in my favor at 3pm and I was worried about hitting my head going down the steps. I should have been more worried about where I was planting my feet because I ended up with a broken fibula after hitting the super low next step.
I will go back to see General Grant, but will definitely stay out of the Fallen Monarch.
I don't want it to happen to anyone else so wanted to put the warning out.
I will go back to see General Grant, but will definitely stay out of the Fallen Monarch.
I don't want it to happen to anyone else so wanted to put the warning out.
Written 31 July 2020
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Bill K
Mantorville, MN6,856 contributions
June 2022
This short loop trail provides you with a great view of the General Grant Grove. There are a number of massive trees as well as the General Grant Tree. The General Grant Tree is the largest in the world in circumference at the base of the tree. This trail also includes a downed sequoia that you can walk into at root level and exit at the other end of the tree...it gives one a sense of just how massive these trees are from top to bottom.
Written 14 June 2022
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lizakq
Naguabo1,695 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
General grant tree is beautiful and impressive. Plenty of parking, to see the tree is a short hike but there is so much more to explore. We got to walk inside a Sequoia tree...that was a highlight. We spend a few hours here and even though there was many other visitors it never felt crowded.This is a must if visiting Kings Canyon.
Written 9 November 2023
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Karine D
Saint-Denis, France355 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Like the whole park, the place is unmissable and very impressive. But the must during our visit is to have followed the outing proposed by the rangers in the morning. It lasts about an hour, it may seem long, but it was really super interesting, nice, it was very clear, we were able to ask all the questions we had since the day before when we discovered these beautiful trees, we better understood why they are so huge and beautiful, how they resist fire etc. This activity is also offered in different places.
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Written 9 September 2024
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Lady Gigglemug
Monrovia, CA5,024 contributions
June 2020 • Business
1/3 mile, paved trail. The General Grant tree is the 3rd largest tree in the world and the widest (trunk is 40 ft across)!
What we loved about the trail is it really lets you get up close and personal with the sequoias! So you get a true sense of just how astonishing these giants are! You even get to walk through a fallen one from end to end! The trail is slightly hilly, but we didn’t find it to be strenuous. It was one of the most crowded trails we did. There’s an unpaved trail branching off of the paved main trail that added some fun and let you really get a close look at the giant trees!
The trail was very easy to find (lots of signage) and had ample parking. There are bathrooms at the entrance but they were probably some of the dirtiest bathrooms I’ve ever been in unfortunately. That was the only negative.
What we loved about the trail is it really lets you get up close and personal with the sequoias! So you get a true sense of just how astonishing these giants are! You even get to walk through a fallen one from end to end! The trail is slightly hilly, but we didn’t find it to be strenuous. It was one of the most crowded trails we did. There’s an unpaved trail branching off of the paved main trail that added some fun and let you really get a close look at the giant trees!
The trail was very easy to find (lots of signage) and had ample parking. There are bathrooms at the entrance but they were probably some of the dirtiest bathrooms I’ve ever been in unfortunately. That was the only negative.
Written 21 June 2020
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Reisende_Sun
Las Vegas, NV58 contributions
July 2021
This trail takes you to a number of fabulous sequoias. It's am easy walk and you get to see The Grant Tree, which is truly amazing! You have to see it in person to really appreciate its size. Although there was a line of people to take a picture with it, it was all very orderly and friendly. A lovely experience.
Written 23 July 2021
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SeniorTravelerTF
Fort Atkinson1,250 contributions
Aug 2021
Maybe with the exception of the Big Trees Trail, the best way to see the sequoias. A wide, paved path in a loop around the namesake tree and others that are well marked with interpretive signs. If you only have time for a day this would be on the list.
Large parking lots just off the main park road. An easy trail from Grant Grove if you are staying there. Another benefit is that rangers tend to hang out here, so you can get additional information when it may be hard to find them elsewhere in the park. Since it is a short trail and not physically challenging it is also good for kids and mobility limited.
Large parking lots just off the main park road. An easy trail from Grant Grove if you are staying there. Another benefit is that rangers tend to hang out here, so you can get additional information when it may be hard to find them elsewhere in the park. Since it is a short trail and not physically challenging it is also good for kids and mobility limited.
Written 6 September 2021
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RANDY A
Norcross, GA413 contributions
Dec 2020
Very Impressive. Amazing to see these trees. One one side is a limb that fell that was huge and they have not moved it, so you can get an idea of the size of the other limbs hanging above you. We spent some time climbing the nearby rocks as well. Weather was good so we did not need the chains on this day.
Written 25 December 2020
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Hello, on Sunday 30.4. I plan to visit the General Grant tree. What is the road to get there by car? Do I need car chains or not? Is there snow on the road? what is the condition of the parking lot? Thank you
Written 29 April 2023
Grant grove in December… we are planning a road trip in December. We are aware to check roads conditions and requirements for chains. We really want to se the giant Sequoias. Is this good place to see them this winter? What should we expect in The middle of December. Thank you
Written 22 November 2021
Hiya, we are planning on visiting General Grant tree in late December. We are traveling from Australia and will be hiring a car to get there from San Francisco. We are not really hikers & we will have my 6 y/o son with us. Can you please give me your thoughts on the drive to the tree from Fresno and also getting to the tree from the car park ...in December?
Thanks in advance!
Written 12 April 2019
Hi, I Lost my iPhone 6S plus in this trail , And I apreciate if the guys in the park could help me find it. In my first call they told That de phone was there. In the second time they didn't know about it. So I really hope to have my iPhone Back until I return to Brasil. I have very important informations in there.
Written 12 July 2017
we will be staying in three rivers ca can we visit general Sherman and sequoia kings both in one day ,then second day kings caynons coming in april 2017
Written 28 September 2016
Unless you plan to do a lot of hiking or just sitting around relaxing along the river you will not need a full day in Kings Canyon.
Written 29 September 2016
Hola,
Una pregunta, ¿cuanto tiempo hay entre el aparcamiento y el árbol?
Gracias
Written 3 March 2016
It's relatively close, maybe a 5 minute walk and handicap accessable
Written 19 March 2016
First time visiting sequoia national park. I have 3 children. Which tree will be better to visit? The general Sherman or general grant? Leaving tomorrow to sequoia.
Written 26 July 2015
Hello, obviously late on a response but I hope you were able to find that the trees were near each other and you were able to see both.
Written 19 March 2016
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