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Julia Clarke

Where to see giant sequoias: the 5 best sites in the world

Woman embracing the base of the trunk of a giant tree, Sequoiadendron giganteum, at Calaveras Big Trees State Park.

Colonies aside, giant sequoias are the largest single living organisms on the planet. Towering to heights of up to almost 95 metres tall and with trunk diameters of up to around 8 metres, standing next to one of these majestic trees is a truly powerful experience. To hike among them, breathing in their piney scent and touching their immense barks, is an experience that's on many people's bucket lists.

However, there are very few left on the planet and they only grow in a few select geographical regions. That's why we're here with our expert guide on where to see giant sequoias to help you plan that trip of a lifetime.

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