Sequoia National Forest
Sequoia National Forest spans over 4,000 sq km of the central Sierra Nevada, famed for giant Sequoiadendron giganteum trees, alpine peaks, and deep canyons.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Western United States |
| Subregion | Sierra Nevada |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Tulare and Fresno counties |
| Timezone | AmericaLos Angeles |
| Latitude | 36.5 |
| Longitude | -118.75 |
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8:33 PM LOCAL TIMESequoia National Forest covers a vast area of the central Sierra Nevada, from sagebrush plains near the Mojave Desert to high mountain passes averaging over 13,000 ft (4,000 m). The forest is home to iconic giant sequoia groves, including parts of the Siquoa and Kings Canyon areas, where some of the largest trees on earth stand. Beyond mature giants, the terrain includes glacier-carved valleys, rugged granite peaks like North Palisade and Mount Williamson, and a network of alpine lakes such as Clair Topping and Boulder. Visitors to Sequoia National Forest can expect a mix of high-elevation hiking, backcountry camping, scenic drives, and seasonal snow, with accessibility and services varying by elevation and location.
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