Sequoia National Park

Sequoia National Park, home to some of the world's biggest trees, is awe-inspiring to visit. It's easy to feel little in compared to the park's enormous trees, which soar hundreds of feet above you. The park was founded in 1890 as a measure to safeguard the gigantic trees from being felled, and it is America's second national park. It is located about 80 miles east of Fresno, California, in the southern Sierra Nevada mountain range. In 1940, the nearby Kings Canyon National Park was established, and the two parks were subsequently united.

The trees, of course, are the park's main attraction. The General Sherman Tree, which has deservedly earned the title of the world's biggest tree, is perhaps the most notable (it stands 275 feet tall and its base measures more than 36 feet in diameter). Beyond appreciating the park's flora, there are lots to see and do, including cave exploration, hiking, and snowshoeing. Furthermore, the park is open every day of the year, with different attractions for each season.