General Grant Tree Trailhead

The start of the General Grant Trail

Quick Facts

Location:

Grant Grove, Kings Canyon National Park

Amenities

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Audio Description, Benches/Seating, Braille, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Parking - Auto, Parking - Bus/RV, Recycling, Restroom, Restroom - Accessible, Toilet - Flush, Trailhead, Trash/Litter Receptacles, Water - Drinking/Potable

You are about to travel among some of the giants of the world. The General Grant Trail is an easy, 0.5 mile loop through the Grant Grove of sequoias.

The grove's namesake, the General Grant Tree, is the second-largest tree by volume in the world. (The largest is the General Sherman Tree, also in Sequoia Kings Canyon National Parks.)

President Coolidge proclaimed the General Grant Tree as the Nation's Christmas tree in 1926. You can also visit the historic Gamlin Cabin and walk inside the Fallen Monarch sequoia as you travel along this paved trail. Wayside exhibits along the trail offer insights into the history and natural wonders of this area in both English and Spanish. After you witness these giant sequoias, you can also explore other nearby groves, such as Redwood Mountain and North Grove.

Visiting in Winter

The Grant Tree Trail is a good choice in winter, as long as you're prepared. If trail conditions are icy, you may wish to use snowshoes, which are available for rent at the Grant Grove Gift Shop (check for final decision on availability).