California Tunnel Tree
A giant sequoia with a tunnel cut through it in 1895 to allow horse-drawn stages to pass through.
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California Tunnel Tree Details
Some 50 yards beyond the Grizzly Giant, you'll find this classic landmark. Most visitors don't know that two trees in this grove were tunneled: only this one is still standing. Walk down and stroll through a tree! Source: NPS/Jon Kinney
Difficulty
Low
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Region
Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
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0.1 mi away
Grizzly Giant (S4)
One of the largest trees in the Mariposa Grove and estimated to be 1,800 years old.
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Bachelor and Three Graces
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0.4 mi away
Faithful Couple
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0.4 mi away
Clothespin Tree (S5)
Numerous fires have left the trunk of this tree in the shape of an old-fashioned clothespin.
0.5 mi away
Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
Various trails exist throughout the Mariposa Grove.
