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General Sherman Tree: Traveler Reviews

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park, CA
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Type: Historic Sites, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Description: An 249.9 foot ancient tree believed to be between 2,300 and 2,700 years old.
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Kansas City, Missouri
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68 reviews 68 reviews
30 attraction reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
“Impressive”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 26, 2012

Of course tons of tourists but really nice to see up close. If you haven't been its a given you have to but also check out Big Tree Trail, Moro Rock, and Kings Canyon scenic highway.

Visited October 2012
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Los Angeles, California
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32 reviews 32 reviews
7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“nice...one of the must see things in Sequoia”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 26, 2012

well maintained trail that is easy and hence recommended for all ages. Must do in Sequoia National Park.

Visited November 2012
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Geneva, Switzerland
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43 attraction reviews
Reviews in 40 cities Reviews in 40 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
“Of course, you can't miss him”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 25, 2012

Nice and easy walk, lots of people but still a superb view in a beautifull forest.
Everything is done to preserve it so you have to follow the walkways.
No way to go "wild".

Visited August 2012
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lunenburg, massachusetts
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32 reviews 32 reviews
16 attraction reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Wonderful walk and majestic tree”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 22, 2012

Beautiful spot to walk around, plenty of easy trails to wander through. Maybe 30-50 minute drive from the park entrance.

Visited November 2012
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Whittier, California
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17 reviews 17 reviews
10 attraction reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Unbelievable and Beautiful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 21, 2012

Wow, that's about all that needs to be said. Thank heavens for people like John Muir, Abraham Lincoln, Teddy Roosevelt, and all of the men and women who had the foresight to preserve such amazing beauty!!! If you haven't taken the time to check out these awe-inspiring trees, please go and see them. They definitely make you remember that we are just a "small" part of this wonderful planet. We followed the one day plan from Trip Advisor, and it was definitely worth it.http://c1.tacdn.com/img2/x.gifhttp://c1.tacdn.com/img2/x.gifhttp://c1.tacdn.com/img2/x.gifhttp://c1.tacdn.com/img2/x.gifhttp://c1.tacdn.com/img2/x.gif

Visited November 2012
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