About
Mariposa Grove is a forest of giant sequoias in Yosemite National Park, in California, United States. It is the largest grove of these trees in the park, and a visit here puts you among some of the largest living things on earth.
What to expect
The main route is a moderate loop of about 2 miles. It moves through the grove at a relaxed pace, with the trees rising high above the path on every side. Along the way you will pass two of the grove's best-known sights:
- The Grizzly Giant, one of the grove's most famous trees.
- The California Tunnel Tree, a sequoia with a passage cut through its trunk.
Walking between these trees gives a clear sense of their scale. Many visitors take their time here, stopping often to look up and to notice how the light falls through the canopy.
Planning your visit
Because the loop is moderate in length, it suits most walkers who are reasonably fit, though the ground can be uneven in places. Wear sturdy footwear and bring water. Mariposa Grove is one part of Yosemite National Park, so it works well as a half-day or full-day stop within a wider trip to the park.
