How does it feel to stand underneath giant sequoias? The enormous stature and prowess of giant sequoias are almost incomprehensible. Towering above more abundant trees like pines and incense cedars, sequoias inspire prose, profound emotions, and a call for protection. The genesis of national parks as a concept owes much to the intrinsic values of sequoias and the sense of wonder they evoke. In fact, on this very day in 1864, an act creating the Yosemite Grant was signed, federally protecting Yos

1.1K reactions · 114 shares | From golden rolling foothills to the peaks of the High Sierra, Yosemite Mariposa County is a land of opportunity for fun-seekers. | Yosemite Nation | Facebook

Sometimes it's great to feel small. Yosemite's Mariposa Grove can currently only be reached by hiking... but oh what an experience! Video by Instagram user @discover_california_ 📰 | https://bit.ly/3pc7KV4 (Yosemite special offers) #YosemiteNation - Visit Gold Country - Visit California - California High Sierra | Yosemite Nation

9.4M views · 56K shares | Join scientists atop the biggest trees on earth in this stunning 360° footage. | National Geographic | Facebook

427K views · 3.1K reactions | Giant Sequoias next to a car. Most of these trees are well over 100 feet high! This drive is right by an area called Big Stump Grove. Let me know if you've been here! #sequoianationalpark #sequoia #gianttrees #usnationalparks #kingscanyonnationalpark | The Nature Seeker | Facebook