State: California
Location: Sequoia/Kings Canyon National Parks
Length, Round Trip: 2 miles
Trail Type: Loop
Minimum Elevation: 6800 feet
Elevation Change: 200 feet
Trail Surface: Paved
Best Season: June to October
Difficulty: Easy
Usage: Heavy
Sierra Foothills
Trail Information
The Congress Trail is the most known and most popular trail in all of Sequoia National Park. The trail is a level, two-mile loop that begins at the General Sherman Tree. The route follows a paved path through the heart of the Giant Forest. It is highly recommended for first-time visitors to Sequoia National Park and for those with limited time. The trail ascends gently into Alta Plateau section of forest. This is one of the easiest access points to large groups of the Big Trees. Famous sequoias along this trail include the House and Senate Groups, the President, Chief Sequoyah, General Lee and McKinley Trees. An informational trail pamphlet is sold at the Sherman Tree or at the visitor center book store. Also nearby are Founders Group, Room Tree and giant Lincoln Tree.
Be prepared for crowds at this site, it’s one of the best viewing areas for the giant trees anywhere.
Directions
From Ash Mountain Entrance:
Drive north on Generals Highway (Highway 198) for approximately 20 miles to the General Sherman Tree.
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