Redwood National Park

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The Redwood National Park near Crescent City, California is a beautiful park. We were all so surprised that the trees only grow in groves. You suddenly drive into them and just as suddenly drive out of them. These pictures will show their immense size compared to a human being.

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Photos

Wow
Look at the roots on this tree! Actually the root systems on these trees are very small compared to their size. They are hundreds of years old.

Our first redwood
This was the first large redwood entering the park. Harold, Katie and Patti standing in front of this giant tree show just how insignificant we really are compared to these trees. Walking back into the grove was an experience.

In the grove
The ferns and undergrowth are amazing.

A cute couple
Taking a little rest.

The fallen tree
The tree behind us is on its side. It fell many years ago and now has new growth of ferns and trees on its side. All four of us together could not reach around this tree. It is 2-1/2 times as high as we are tall, on its side!

Another Stump
Here is another stump on its side. Look at the massive root system on this one!

The jolly green giant
This tree makes me look like a midget!

Another giant !
The bottom of this giant fallen tree makes Harold look small. Harold is nearly 6 ft. tall and with his arms outstretched, he still looks dwarfed in comparison!

The forest is nearly fireproof
The extremely thick bark on these trees prevents them from being damaged in forest fires. It is almost impossible to burn one of these trees.

Walking among the giants
Patti and Katie walking among the giants.

A fallen comrade among the giants
This will give you some idea of the size of the fallen trunk compared to those still standing.

Hey up there!
The branches are so high up the tree they can barely be seen from the ground.