A Living Shrine

This wayside can be found on the General Grant Trail

Quick Facts

Location:

Grants Grove, Kings Canyon National Park

Designation:

National Park

Amenities

3 listed

Audio Description, Benches/Seating, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits

Some national parks exist to commemorate battles. No known battle took place here, yet this giant tree inspires us to consider the inner strength and endurance of this country and those who have fought for it. What do you feel about the unusual move of designating a tree as a national shrine?