Calaveras Big Trees State Park

State park Arnold, California, United States

What to expect

Calaveras Big Trees State Park is a state park preserving two groves of giant sequoia trees. The park features the North Grove and the South Grove, with the North Grove being home to the 'Discovery Tree', also known as the 'Big Stump'. The park offers various activities such as hiking, mountain biking, bird watching, and cross-country skiing. It also has campgrounds, picnic areas, and trails. The park is suitable for families and offers educational programs for children. The park's history dates back to 1852 when the existence of the giant sequoias was first widely reported, and it has been a major tourist attraction ever since

Plan your family visit to the Calaveras Big Trees State Park with these blog insights 👇

California Family Vacation | Panning for Gold with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We hiked among the giant sequoia trees, some of which are over 2,000 years old!

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the giant sequoia trees and learning about their history, especially the one that was once used as a dance floor ✨

Scenic Stops On A Yosemite to Lake Tahoe Road Trip

This family's experience:

Activities: We saw the giant sequoia trees, and walked through the park

Highlights: The family enjoyed seeing the ancient trees, and the scenic trails ✨