A snow covered giant sequoia tree trunk with a half buried sign in front of it labeled General Grant
30-60 Minutes

Grant Grove Loop Winter Trail

Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks

Visit one of the world's largest living trees. President Coolidge proclaimed the General Grant tree the Nation's Christmas tree in 1926, making it the perfect place to visit for the winter.

Visit one of the world's largest living trees. President Coolidge proclaimed the General Grant tree the Nation's Christmas tree in 1926, making it the perfect place to visit for the winter. Stop by the historic Gamlin Cabin and the Fallen Monarch along this paved trail. Start at the General Grant Tree Parking area, 1 mile (1.6 km) northwest of the Kings Canyon Visitor Center. Trail Information Trailhead: General Grant Tree parking area Distance: 0.7 miles (0.5 km) Difficulty: Easy Elevation Gain/Loss: 32 feet Approximate Round Trip: 30 minutes – 1 hour For a complete map of winter trails, check out our Park Newspaper. For more detailed trail information, please visit our Maps page.

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HikingTrailsWinter TrailSequoia and Kings Canyon National ParkKings Canyon National ParkGrant GroveGeneral Grant

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Duration

30-60 Minutes

Duration Details

The duration will vary depending on fitness level, snow conditions, and length of time spent at trail features.

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Winter

Accessibility

In the General Grant Tree parking lot, there is one accessible parking space, accessible flush restrooms, and drinking fountains at the trailhead.

Pets

No

Reservations

No

Location

General Grant Tree Parking Area

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