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Big Tree Wayside
The Big Tree Wayside offers the quickest access to this gigantic redwood tree.
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Big Tree Wayside Details
The Big Tree Wayside offers the quickest access to this gigantic redwood tree. The wayside has a wide pull out for vehicles and a handicapped-accessible path to the tree. Although this tree is not the largest in the park, it's incredible width and height stand out among its neighbors. The circumference of the aptly named Big Tree is a whopping 68 feet, and the tree is estimated to be at least 1,500 years old!
Difficulty
Low
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Region
Newton B Drury Scenic Parkway
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