Giant Forest Lodge Historic District

The Giant Forest Lodge Historic District includes several rustic structures and cabins designed to accommodate visitors within Sequoia National Park.

The district's first development began in 1899 with a tent camp, followed by permanent constructions in 1915 when the initial lodge was built.

The district represents the early efforts of the National Park Service to balance visitor accommodation needs with environmental preservation in natural areas.

The structures were removed in 1997 to protect the sequoia trees, and visitor accommodations were relocated to Wuksachi Village, five miles north.

The site demonstrates how environmental concerns led to the removal of National Register listed buildings to safeguard the natural ecosystem.

Location: Tulare County

Architectural style: rustic architecture

GPS coordinates: 36.56629,-118.76708

Latest update: March 3, 2025 11:56