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Why so big and so old? (General Sherman Tree Accessible Trail)
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Why so big and so old? (General Sherman Tree Accessible Trail)
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<p>This wayside exhibit, titled "Why so big and so old,?" shows the sequoia's survival system.<br /> <br /> You can also find this exhibit on the west side of the General Sherman Tree.</p>
General Sherman Tree Accessible Trailhead
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<p>This trailhead orientation panel shows a map and images of the General Sherman Tree Accessible Trail area.<br /> <br /> You are getting close to the famous General Sherman Tree. The volume of wood in its trunk alone makes it the largest tree in the world.<br /> <br /> This…
What Brings Them Down?
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<p>This wayside exhibit, titled "What Brings Them Down?," shows photos and explains why sequoia trees fall.</p>
There it is!
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<p>As you stand on the path before this exhibit, notice the pavement has a textured feel. Under your feet, rows of paving stones radiate out in concentric circles from a central point. They represent a cross-section through the base of the General Sherman Tree. The outer edge…
General Sherman Tree Trail: Near the Bottom
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<p>This wayside exhibit, titled "Near the Bottom," shows your location in relationship to the height of the General Sherman Tree.</p>
General Sherman Tree Trail: Halfway Point
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<p>This wayside exhibit, titled "Halfway Point," shows your location in relationship to the height of the General Sherman Tree.</p>
General Sherman Tree Trail: Near the Top
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<p>This wayside exhibit, titled "Near the Top", shows your location in relationship to the height of The General Sherman Tree.</p>
General Sherman Tree Main Trailhead Shuttle Stop
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This Sequoia Shuttle stop is located at the main parking area for the General Sherman tree, the largest tree in the world!<br /> <br /> From here it is a 0.5 mile (0.8 km) walk down a paved path with stairs to General Sherman.<br /> <br /> For a shorter walk, take the shuttle…
General Sherman Tree Main Trailhead
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<p>You are getting close to the famous General Sherman Tree. The volume of wood in its trunk alone makes it the largest tree in the world. As you walk the 0.5 miles (0.8 km) to it, you'll pass many other spectacular giants as well. At the bottom of the trail, you can stand by…
Just Enough Soil
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<p>This wayside exhibit, titled "Just Enough Soil," shows why sequoias have shallow roots.</p>
Inheritance
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<p>This outdoor exhibit, titled "Inheritance," shows why fallen trees create good conditions for sequoias to thrive.</p>
