Giant Sequoia National Monument, Nature reserve in Sierra Nevada Mountains, California, United States.
Description
Giant Sequoia National Monument is a nature reserve in the Sierra Nevada containing 38 groves of these ancient trees. The protected land preserves the forest ecosystems where these giants naturally grow and thrive.
History
The monument was established by presidential decree in 2000 to protect thousands of giant sequoias and their habitats. This protection came after decades when the trees faced logging threats and habitat loss.
Culture
The Chicago Stump Trail displays remnants of a giant sequoia that was dismantled for a 1897 world's fair exhibition. This site reflects a time when these trees were treated as curiosities before protection became the priority.
Practical
The site remains open year-round, though winter weather can limit access to higher elevations. Visitors should wear sturdy footwear and bring plenty of water, especially for longer hikes.
Did you know?
Gray wolves returned to this protected land in 2023 after more than a century of absence. Their comeback shows how nature can recover when given the chance in a safeguarded area.
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