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woman embracing the base of the trunk of a giant tree, Sequoiadendron giganteum, at Calaveras Big Trees State Park

Where to see giant sequoias: the 5 best sites in the world

By Julia Clarke last updated

Wondering where to see giant sequoias? Here's our list of of the five best places to wander among groves of the enormous evergreens

Nature & Wildlife
Heart drawn on a log

Carving your initials into a tree is trashy – so quit it!

By Julia Clarke published

Carving your initials into a tree can harm the tree and encourage others to do the same, impacting forests for everyone who wants to enjoy them

Nature & Wildlife
A fallen tree blocks a hiking trail

Hazard trees: what's your risk of a falling tree as a hiker?

By Julia Clarke published

How big of a risk are hazard trees for hikers, and what can you do to avoid falling trees and tree limbs on the trail?

Hiking
View from underneath oak tree

Relaxing under oak trees could be deadly, warn Yosemite park rangers

By Cat Ellis published

Oak trees are starting to experience a phenomenon called 'summer branch drop', which is exactly what it sounds like

National Parks & Monuments
A hiker on a trail in Redwood National Park

Where to see redwoods in California

By Julia Clarke published

Want to know where to see redwoods in California? Check out our top four spots around the state for strolling amongst these massive marvels

Nature & Wildlife